Chennai: Charm of South India
Located on the Coromandel Coast of India, Chennai Tourism endows a rare chance to explore the best of South Indian charm, its rich diversity, historic lineage and cultural traditions. But that is not simply enough about Travel to Chennai. For example, its alluring auto-mobile growth has earned it the name of 'the Detroit of India.' Over the past decade, Lonely Planet has also mentioned the tourist attractions of Chennai, which has also witnessed a tremendous growth in acknowledgement, surpassing the bustling metropolitan cities like Mumbai and Delhi. Foreigners from all over the world come to experience the very best of Chennai, its rustic beauty and specially the monsoon fervour with great delight.
The ancient history of Chennai has included cloth merchants, spice traders and seafarers. In fact, it was the Babylonian, Roman, Phoenician and Greek traders who had quality years of trade/commerce relations with Chennai. With 400 years of prominent history, this city has also witnessed administration by Pallavas, Cholas, Pandyas and the rulers of the Vijaynagar Kingdom. After 1947, it was declared the capital of Tamil Nadu State, thereby reflecting the diversity of South India. The main travel attractions of Chennai include Kapaleeshwarar Temple, San Thome Basilica, Marina Beach and St. Thomas Mount. So, do taste the ambience of Chennai Tourism and get a real touch of Tamil Nadu.
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