Formerly known as Madras, Chennai is among the four major metropolitan cities of India. Chennai is the seat of learning in South India. Chennai is city with great culture, heritage and history of its own. Also Chennai is the third largest Industrial, commercial and automobile centre of India. In addition to all these features, Chennai is a great place to spend vacations because there are limitless sightseeing attractions in Chennai.

Located on the Coromandel coasts of Bay of Bengal, on the Eastern Ghats of India, Chennai is a beautiful city. On the Chennai tours, you can not miss the charm of 12 km long Marina Beach which is one of the largest beaches in the world. The city is covered by a network of waterways of Cooum, Adyar and the Buckingham canal.

According to Chennai travel guide, you have limitless opportunities to explore the rich heritage and interesting history of Chennai which dates back to 1st century. At that time too, it was an important military and economic center. Many great South Indian dynasties such as Pallavas, Pandyas and Cholas ruled it. Later during 15th century, Portuguese stepped on the coasts of this land and then followed by the Dutch and the British. During 17th century, British established the city as the naval base and major urban center. During 20th century, it had the status of important administrative center. Contemporary Chennai is derived from the tiny small village called Madraspatnam, which was a fishing hamlet. East India Company chose it as a site of settlement.

Fondly called as the “Gateway to South, Chennai is home to culture that is strikingly distinct from that of North India. Being the capital of Tamil Nadu, Chennai is home to various art forms of Tamil Nadu including Dance, Music, and Music, Cinema, literature and sculpture. Chennai is also the home to thriving Tamil film Industry and fondly known as “Kollywood”. With a population of about 6 millions, Chennai is a city which presents perfect blend of traditions and modern values. It is a dynamic city which keeps on thriving, growing and expanding in all arenas. Various tourist attractions in Chennai include its long beaches like Marina beach, home to many beautiful beaches, historical monuments, temples, churches, museums, cultural events, shopping areas, old and new, parks and its rich cuisine.

On these vacations, you can enjoy an enriching Chennai tour in India