Things to do in Chennai (Madras), Tamil Nadu: The Best Sights & Landmarks

November 13, 2021 Emerita Lamoureux

The diverse population of Chennai (Madras) is reflected in its rich cultural scene. You’ll find serious theatre as well as the glitz and glamour of Kollywood. Chennai is also an important center for the Bharatanatyam, a local form of classical dance. Visit in January, for the festival of Pongal, or in April, when Chennai celebrates its new year.
Restaurants in Chennai (Madras)

1. Tara Books Book Building

9 CGE Colony, Off Kuppam Beach Road, Chennai (Madras) 600041 India +91 44 4260 1033 http://www.tarabooks.com/book-building/
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Tara Books Book Building

2. Ashtalakshmi Temple

Odaimanagar Beach Rd Besant Nagar, Chennai (Madras) 600090 India +91 44 2446 6777 http://ashtalakshmitemple.tnhrce.in/other-shrines-mahalakshmi.html
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4.5 based on 250 reviews

Ashtalakshmi Temple

Reviewed By srmora66 - India, null

As per Hindu mythology Ashtalkshmis are very famous for eight types of prosperity to a human being. They follow as below in a chronological order Adi Lakshmi.= Overall wealths Dhana Lakshmi.= Money and jewellary Dhanya Lakshmi.= Food grains Gaja Lakshmi.= Vehicles Santana Lakshmi.= Children Veera/Dhairya Lakshmi.= Bravery Jaya/Vijaya Lakshmi.= Victory Vidya Lakshmi.= Knowledge and education This temple situated at sea shore in three floor building with separate sanctum sanctorums. Along with subject eight deity godesses, few more sub and main deity temples also established within the premises like Lord Ganesh, Lord Murugan etc. Every Hindu must visit religious place in Chennai, Tamilnadu, India

3. Marundeeswarar Temple

Near Beach of Bay of Bangal, Chennai (Madras) India
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4.5 based on 207 reviews

Marundeeswarar Temple

Reviewed By sridharan2013 - Bengaluru, India

This temple located in the famous Mylapore area of Chennai is ancient with lots of history. Lord Kapaleeswara and Goddess karpagambal are the main deities in the temple. Temple has a huge area with mandapams for devotees to sit and relax/meditate. The temple has its own large temple pond. It is a divine experience visiting the temple and having Dharshan of Lord and the goddess.

4. Hare Krishna Movement Sri Krishna Balarama Temple

63 1'st C Ward Road Valmiki Nagar, Tiruvanmiyur, Chennai (Madras) 600041 India +91 44 2457 1900 http://www.hkm-chennai.org/
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Hare Krishna Movement Sri Krishna Balarama Temple

5. Gandhi Statue

Marina Beach Road, Chennai (Madras) India
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4.0 based on 214 reviews

Gandhi Statue

Reviewed By BernardBertram - London, United Kingdom

A gentle reminder that India raised a great man- admired by all of the most intellectual people of the World. Not appreciated enough in his home land though except on the notes!

6. Light House

Marina Beach Rd Mylapore, Chennai (Madras) India +91 44 2498 5598
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4.0 based on 287 reviews

Light House

Reviewed By anandm_13

Marina Beach, Chennai is by far among the best beaches in India. But, if you have not experienced it atop the Light House, you missed its breathtaking beauty. There is a museum there too. A very inconspicuous tower that you could easily ignore as you pass the road. And yet, as you experience its view it leaves behind an eternal impression of Chennai's uniqueness, history and beauty.

7. Annai Vailankanni Church

Elliots Beach Road, Chennai (Madras) 600090 India +91 44 2491 1246 http://vailankannishrinechennai.in/
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4.0 based on 11 reviews

Annai Vailankanni Church

Reviewed By C2122BNsusanr - Johor Bahru, Malaysia

its a place people cannot forget and also its a place for all your troubles to be shared to the mother who is really admired by her devotees and people who still have faith in her. She is a lovely MOM

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