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Chennai, being the gateway to south India is a very culturally
rich city and offers something for everyone, with a south
Indian flair. From Christian churches to Hindu temples, from
military forts to motorcycle factories, there is something
for everyone here.
If you are a history or a culture buff, then welcome to the
melting pot of south India, for Chennai is its capital, and
over the centuries has attracted people from not only over
South India, but also from all over the world. A must visit
place is Mylapore, with its numerous Temples depicting the
classical architecture of South India over the centuries.
Chennai is more or less divided into 3 sections: George Town,
Egmore and Central Chennai, and South Chennai. George Town,
named in honor of King George V being crowned emperor of India,
is reminiscent of Chennai's colonial past, where as the other
parts of Chennai have a more ethnic feel.
Places to see in Chennai
George Town
1. High Court Building
2. Fort St. George
3. St. Mary's Church
Egmore & Central Chennai
1. Government Museum
2. Vivekananda Museum
3. Valluvar Kottam
4. Development Center for Musical Instruments
5. St. Andrews Church
6. Sri Parthasarthy Temple
South Chennai
1. Theosophical Society
2. Kapaleeshwarar Temple
3. San Thome Cathedral (Sao Tome)
4. Luz Church
5. Guindy National Park
Other Areas
1. Film Studios
2. Enfield Factory
3. Little Mount Church
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