Chennai formerly known as Madras is the capital city of Tamil Nadu state
and is the fourth largest metro city in India. The city grew up around
the English settlement of Fort Saint George and gradually absorbed the
surrounding towns and villages. However, despite the strong British influence,
Chennai has retained its traditional Tamil Hindu culture and effectively
blended it with the foreign influence. The city is widely spread in about
180 Sq. Kms. It is a major trade center, being well linked by road, rail
and air to important cities besides being a sea port. Compared to the
other major metros of India, it is far less congested and polluted.
Chennai, is a journey into timeless India, a kaleidoscope of moods. rich
in the treasures of history, from temples and shrines to forts and palaces,
the landscape of the past lives easily with the present. Chennai is the
fourth largest city in India and the capital of Tamil Nadu. Retaining
much of its traditional charm, this 350 year old city is the gateway to
the south, providing many a fascinating vignette of southern heritage.
REACHING CHENNAI
Kamraj National and Anna International Airports are situated at Tirusulam
about 20 Kms from city. Chennai is connected by rail with all major towns
and cities in India. Main Railway Stations: Central and Egmore. Chennai
is connected by good network of roads with all important places in Tamil
Nadu and other parts of India.
Near by Cities
Kancheepuram - 75kms.
Bangalore - 334 kms.
Pondicherry - 162 kms.
Tirupati - 154 kms.
Mamallapuram - 58 kms.
Vellore - 145 kms.
Thirukkazhukundram - 74kms
Vedanthangal - 85 kms.
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