| The city of Chennai is the fourth biggest metropolitan | | | | your trip to Chennai. |
| of India. Also known as Gateway to the South, | | | | San Thome Cathedral Basilica |
| Chennai is in many ways different from the cities in | | | | Towards the south of Marina Beach is sited the |
| the North of India. Both culturally and traditionally rich | | | | colossal San Thome Cathedral Basilica. The Cathedral |
| this region is full of exuberance and vibrancy. The city | | | | is devoted to St. Thomas, the apostle of Christ who |
| of Chennai is dotted with numerous hotels that are | | | | allegedly came to Madras during 52 AD to preach |
| well equipped with state of the art amenities and | | | | Christianity. Inside the church you will see a stunning |
| provide commendable staff service. Falling in all price | | | | stained glass window that unveils the journey of St. |
| brackets, Hotels in Chennai can be found in all ranges. | | | | Thomas via beautiful depictions. Another highlight of |
| Famous for temples and beaches, Chennai has many | | | | the San Thome Cathedral Basilica is the 3 ft. tall idol |
| places of interest. The patterns on these temples, | | | | of Mother Mary which is believed to have been |
| the colossal structure of the Cathedrals, the market | | | | brought from Portugal in the year 1543. |
| arcades and the local life of Chennai is truly enticing. | | | | Fort St. George |
| Some of best known tourist attractions include: | | | | It was in the year 1640 A.D that the British East |
| Kapaleswarar Temple | | | | India Company built the Fort of St. George under the |
| Beautifully designed and constructed the | | | | direction of Andrew Cogon and Francis Day. |
| Kapaleswarar Temple is located in the district of | | | | Dedicated to the patron saint of England- St. George, |
| Mylapore in Chennai. A temple built in the name of | | | | this Fort is a pride of Madras. Within the area of this |
| Lord Shiva, Kapaleswarar is a typical eighth century | | | | fort you will find St. Mary's Church and the Fort |
| Pallava style shrine. The tower of the temple or | | | | Museum. |
| Gopuram has been erected in the Dravidian | | | | Valluvar Kottam |
| architectural style. The inside of the temple is nicely | | | | Built in the memory of poet-saint Tiruvalluvar the |
| adorned with bronze idols and sculptures of the | | | | temple of Valluvar Kottam is awe strikingly built in the |
| deities and saints. | | | | shape of a chariot. The temple displays works of the |
| Marina Beach | | | | famous poet and it gigantic hall large enough to have |
| Being the second longest beach in the world, Marina | | | | room for around 4000 people and is the largest of its |
| Beach is the most prominent shoreline of the | | | | kinds in the entire Asia. |
| Incredible India. Attracting hordes of tourists and | | | | Just like these beautiful places of attractions Hotels in |
| visitors everyday to its environs, on this well-known | | | | Chennai India are equally exquisite. Whether you are |
| beach you may also pay a visit to the samadhis | | | | in Chennai for a business meeting or just a trip your |
| (memorials) of Anna and MGR- who were former | | | | needs and requirements are well met. From Chennai |
| Chief Ministers of the State. Bustling with activities | | | | budget Hotel to luxury hotels Chennai you will find a |
| and entertainment the Marina Beach is a must visit on | | | | variety of all in this city of Joy- Chennai. |