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Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu, formerly known as Madras, lies on the East Coast of India. It is a city of heritage and progress, of colonial grandeur and traditional values, a city that presents an interesting blend of the modern and the ancient. Museums, churches, beaches, temples, colonial architecture, forts, and modern entertainment hotspots, ensure that a dull moment can never be found in Chennai, the Jewel of the Coromandel Coast.
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There are plenty of things to experience in this vibrant metropolis, from spicy food to beautiful beaches (Elliot's Beach, Marina Beach); quaint ancient churches such as St. Mary's Church, San Thome Basilica; temples such as Kapilashvara Temple; and places of historical importance like Fort St. George and Clive House. There are also numerous places of interest near the capital city, and a drive down the beautiful beach-lined East Coast Road will bring you towards Mahabalipuram and Pondicherry. En-route the, you can find the scary yet intriguing Crocodile Bank, arts and crafts treasure troves like Cholamandalam Artists Village and Dakshinachitra, and wondrous amusement parks such as MGM Dizzy World and Ahaa Water Park.
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Government Museum In Chennai
kapaleeshwar Temple Chennai
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Temples With Lake
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