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About Chennai

Earlier known as Madras, Chennai is accoladed as the fourth largest city in India and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in entire South India. Beckoned by rich cultural history, Chennai balances both its age-old heritage and thriving modern lifestyle. Chennai makes for a perfect tourist location as one can explore towering skyscrapers, scenic coasts, old temples and churches. The city is bathed in rich South-Indian culture, Chennai has a plethora of dimensions that are worth exploring.

Chennai is home to the Marina beach - second largest beach in the world. It houses some of the oldest temples like the Parthasarathy Temple, the Kapaleeshwarar Temple and the Ashtalakshmi Temple. The city also has a fair share of historical museums and monuments like Fort. St. George, which is one of the first British establishments in the country. The Fort also houses the state's Legislative Assembly and Secretariat. Another tourist spot that is deeply immersed in history is the Government Museum. The other historical buildings include the National Art Gallery and the Connemara Public Library.

Top Tourist Places to Visit in Chennai

1. Marina Beach : It is 'India's longest and 'world's second longest beach. Alluring sunset, horse rides, and hot air balloons make Marina Beach a popular name amongst fun places in Chennai
2. Vandalur Zoo : Arignar Anna Zoological Park, aka Vandalur Zoo, is another famous sightseeing place in Chennai. The zoological park is a conservation site for flora and fauna of Eastern and the Western Ghats and an active breeding space for endangered species.
3. VGP Universal Kingdom : Situated on the East coast road, VGP Universal Kingdom offers thrill and fun to tourists across all ages.
4. Guindy Snake Park : This is an abode for snakes, crocodiles, tortoises, earthworms, scorpions and mites. Here reptiles and alligators are conserved too.
5. Fun City : The Fun city offers a wide range of fun games, learning experiences, activities, and rides.
6. Birla Planetarium : Here you can witness simulated tours of the universe, solar system and some cosmic shows.
7. Kishkinta Theme Park : Located on the outskirts of Chennai, the theme park showcases remodelled hills and lakes, water rides, dry rides, delectable eateries and waterfalls.
8. MGM Dizzee World : Situated on the East Coast Road, here you and your family can have a lot of fun amidst a varied range of rides, swings and water slides.
9. Muttukadu : Muttukadu in Kanchipuram district is famous for watersports and boating.
10. Covelong Beach : An extension of the famous Kovalam Beach, this is a fishing village. If you are a watersports fan, here you can enjoy jet skiing, windsurfing to boat rides.

Include Elliot Beach, Pasha Nightclub and Crocodile Park in your must-visit list too.

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