Chennai in southern India

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Chennai in southern India - This week we we had the city of Cochin, today we'll show you another town that lies south of India. The state capital of Tamil Nadu is Chennai, also known as Madras. With nearly 4500000 people is the 4th largest city in India. Its original name was Madras in 1996 but was changed aa Chennai, the former name is still used in the West.


The climate in the city of Chennai is tropical, hot and humid, with temperatures reaching 40 ° q in the summer. rainfall occurring between the months of September and December.

The city of Chennai is the base for the large Tamil movie industry, known as Kollywood, is also the only ATP WORLD TOUR tournament played in India, named after the Aircel Chennai Open.

To visit on our trip to Chennai:

     Marina Beach is considered one of the longest beaches in the world. The beach stretches over a distance of 12 km and a width considerably greater.
    Covelong Beach is one of the best beaches on the Coromandel Coast. It lies at a distance of 40 km from Chennai. The beach is situated amid picturesque villages and serves as the perfect retreat, away from the noise of the city
    Elliot beach is known for being one of the cleanest beaches in the city of Chennai. It is located south of Marina Beach, the beach is also known for being a very quiet and peaceful. The beach has nicknamed "Bessei."
    Fort St. George, located on the shores of the Bay of Bengal. According to historians would be the first establishment of the British in India, built in 1960 BC by the British East India Company. In advanced COPD, which was established as a trading post.
    The Government Museum: It is considered one of the oldest museums in India. There is a historical story behind the origin of this Museum. is one of the most popular tours of the city.
    In the city of Chennai, there has several beautiful churches and magnificent to see. The most important churches of Chennai are Kink Andrew Anderson Church Chinnamalai Church, Christ Church, Santhome, the Cathedral Basilica of St. JorgeCatedral.

Source: wikipedia.com and minube.com

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