Location: Situated along the coast of Bay of Bengal, Tamil Nadu, India.

History:Chennai also known as 'The Gateway to the South' was formerly called Madras. It's the 4th largest city in India and the capital of Tamil Nadu. Once made the capital of the British presidency in 1639, Chennai was the bone of contention between British and the French. It's the true representative of the Dravidian culture and legacy. Chennai is about 350 years old. It's famous for its coconut fringes and silk saris. You can learn more about Chennai on tours to Chennai.

Tourist Attractions: Marina beach, Kapaleeswara temple, Fort St. George, Theosophical Society, MGR film city, Anna Zoological Park, St. Mary's Church, Birla Planetarium and Parthasarthi temple which you can explore on tours to Chennai.

Marina Beach: It's considered to be the second longest beach in Asia. It's spread over a stretch of 13 kms. Marina beach with its golden sand and festive ground, is surely a treat for those who love natural beauty.

Kapaleeswara Temple: This is the biggest temple in the city and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. There are beautiful inscriptions and carvings in this temple dating back to the 13th century, depicting stories from Hindu mythology.

Fort St. George: This fort was built in 1653 by the British East India Company. It has a Museum within, which houses a rich collection of British and French antiques.

Parthasarthy Temple: This temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and is one of the oldest temples of Chennai. It was built in the 8th century by the Pallava Rulers.

How to Reach:
Air:Chennai has domestic as well as international airports. The Kamaraj Domestic Airport and Anna International Airport both located at a distance of 20 kms from the Chennai city.

Rail:Well connected with major cities through its two Railway stations- Madras and Egmore.

Road: Excellent National Highway connecting Chennai with all major cities of India.

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