Chennai

Chennai was named by Lonely Planet as one of the top ten cities in the world to visit in 2015. Chennai is not only an epitome of beauty with its heritage temples but also serves as a gateway to the places that will give you ultimate respite during the much awaited weekend. There are times when you get caught up in the flow of busy, hard life and the feeling to escape into another time, another place, to be on your own for a while reaches its pinnacle. Here is a list of ten places for weekend getaways from charming Chennai. Whether you want to explore the cultural heritage, drift away to the scenic view of misty forests, walk along the vast stretches of the pearly beaches, you can be assured of that perfect getaway to relax and unwind.

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Honeymoon is the most awaited period post marriage. In the business of the ceremonies one tends to ignore the most romantic part of the marriage. When the newly-weds are looking for solace and want to spend each moment with each other, it is necessary to find a perfect destination for your post marriage romance. Whether it is serenity of the surroundings, the chilly breezes of the hills or the warmth of the sun by the sea, a perfect blend of the place and the company of your spouse will make the days a fond remembrance. Here is a list of 10 romantic destinations near Chennai.

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Also known as Chennapattanam and the Detroit of the East owing to its automobile industry, Chennai is the capital of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Formerly known as Madras, the city is located by the Coromandel Coast by the Bay of Bengal. From ancient times the region came under the rule of the dynasties of southern India such as the Pallavas, the Cholas and the Pandya till the 13th century AD. The region later came under the rule of the Nayaks appointed by the Vijayanagara kings who granted a piece of land to the British East India Company who established a colonial town and artificial harbor around fort St. George in the 17th century. Today Chennai stands as an important industrial town and economic center with numerous tourist attractions. However, Chennai lies on the thermal equator and is plagued by a hot and humid coastal climate. It becomes essential for the people in Chennai to find a refuge from the burning coastal plains of Chennai. Here’s the list of the best hill stations one can visit near Chennai.

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If you don’t mind the heat of the sun but love to enjoy some warmth from the hearts, if you don’t mind the lack of rich greenery but happy with the richness of reception and if you consider the rich cultural background and the unassuming people more important, then Chennai is the city for you to be on a holiday. Chennai is not only the 4th largest Indian city but it is the 36th metropolitan city the world over. It is also one of must-visit places in Tamil Nadu. The rich heritage and tradition of the city are the reasons for it being referred to as the cultural capital of India. Chennai was established by the British during the 17th century. However, the city has a great historical past that is evident from some of the famous constructions in the city that stand the test of time to prove that the city is much more ancient than its accounted years. If you are planning a visit to Chennai, make sure that you do not miss the following 10 places to visit in Chennai.

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