Chennai 2-Day Tour: Heritage, Beaches & Culture
2 cities |
6 attraction(s) |
total distance 17
km
TIPS
Day1
Day2
Day1: Chennai
3 attraction(s) ·
3 km
2
The San Thome Basilica is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in Chennai, India. It is the principal church of the Archdiocese of Madras and Mylapore. This Gothic-style church was originally built by Portuguese explorers in the 16th century and later reconstructed by British architects in 1893. Saint Thomas is believed to have been one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and arrived in Kerala from Israel in 52 AD. He was martyred on Saint Thomas Mount in Chennai in 72 AD. There are only three churches of this kind in the world: St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican and the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral in Spain.
3
km
3
From the bridge over the Goum River in Fort St. George, heading south, you will come to South Beach Road, which is a coastal route that extends all the way to the mouth of the Adyar River, a distance of about 5 kilometers. There are various memorial buildings here, which are popular among the locals. Typically, this beach is more crowded in the evenings and on weekends.
Day2: Chennai > Tamil Nadu
3 attraction(s) ·
10 km
1
Building 1 is an archaeological museum showcasing the major achievements of various periods in South India, with a rich collection of artifacts. On the other hand, Building 3 is the Bronze Gallery, housing a collection of bronze artifacts from the 7th century to the present day in South India. Purchasing museum tickets also grants access to the National Art Gallery (currently closed for renovations), Contemporary Art Gallery, and Children's Museum.
9
km
2
This colourful, multi-level seaside temple with ornate details honours the Hindu goddess Lakshmi.
1
km
3
Elliot's Beach landmark honoring a Dutch sailor who died nearby while saving a girl from drowning.
