Originally Posted by
fotographer
HI all,
spend a lot of time in Mumbai, have travel quite a bit around the India.. the usual stuff.. Delhi, Agra, Jaipur.. Goa.. Kerla,
so wondering abut taking a trip to Madras (chenni) for a few days on my next trip to India..
any ideas on what is worth seeing there..
thanks in advance
Hi Fotographer
A trip to Chennai is very good idea.
Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu, is known as the gateway to South India. This city has a population of about 10 million people, making it India's fifth largest city after Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Bangalore.
Best Time to Visit: Chennai has a hot and humid climate. Summer temperatures in late May and early June often reach an extreme 38–42 degrees Celsius (100–107 degrees Fahrenheit). The city receives most of its rainfall during the northeast monsoon, from mid-September to mid-December.
Language: Tamil and English.
Currency: Indian rupee.
Travel Tip: Chennai experiences high humidity throughout the year, so pack breathable cotton clothes.
Getting There: Chennai is situated on the east coast of India. Chennai International Airport is conveniently only 15 kilometers (9 miles) south of the city center. It's well connected in terms of transport.
What to Eat and Drink: The South Indian cuisine in Chennai features staples such as idli and sambar, vada and sambar, masala dosa, and filter coffee. Being a coastal city, fish curry is ubiquitous. Head to the snack stalls on Marina beach for sundal (chickpeas). Most importantly, try a South Indian
thali (platter), which comes with an assortment of dishes and is a meal in itself.
I have been there around 2 months back and enjoyed a lot with my family. I will share the pics of my tour with you.
Thanks & Enjoy !!