Best Things to do in Chennai
Chennai is a culturally rich South Indian city that is best steeped in ancient works of art, British colonial architecture, several exotic beaches, newly developed marketplaces, and the home of ancient old temples in the world. Home to the second largest urban beach in the world, Chennai draws numerous visitors from various parts of the globe to experience the rich South Indian culture, fine combination of culinary delight, and various historical places to visit.
1. Government Museum
Chennai Government Museum, which is also called Madras Museum, is in the heart of town, in Chennai’s busy Egmore area. This is an old museum founded in 1851 and boasts of exhibits from a wide variety of subject matters from archaeology and sculpture to anthropology, zoology, botany and geology.
3. Elliot's Beach
Out of the many spectacular beaches of Chennai comes another beach touted as the cleanest beach in the city. Elliot beach is located in the Basant Nagar area is a must-have stopover for youngsters because of a plethora of restaurants, cafes, and dessert joints all around the beach.
5. Marina Beach
Escape the heat of Chennai city to the spot of Marina Beach stretched across 13 km. It is the longest urban beach in the country and the second-largest in the world is one of the best places to visit in Chennai. Walk on the soft white sandy beach path and explore the mesmerizing landscape.
6. Kapalishvara Temple
Strategically located in the religious district of Chennai called Mylapore, Kapaleeswarar temple has its history dates back to 1300 years ago. The temple exhibits the magnificent Dravidian style of architecture where you will be astonished to see the colourful deities status all over the place.