INDIA UNITY IN DIVERSITY
With the majestic Himalayan ranges in the north and endless stretch of golden beaches on the other three sides, India offers a perfect mix of landscapes, magnificent historical sites, royal cities, misty mountain retreats, colorful people, rich cultures and festivities. India is home alike to the tribal and to the sophisticated urbanite. It is a land where tradition and technology exist in harmony. Ancient monuments are the backdrops for the world's largest democracy. The most renowned symbol of love and architectural excellence, the Taj Mahal- one of the 7 wonders of the world, lead the list of a vast number of historical monuments. India offers you unlimited choices. For here, action and tranquility are the two sides of a coin. While imposing peaks challenge you to conquer them; gentle mountains invite you for a leisurely trek. The rivers beckon you to taste the thrill of river running or try your hand at catching some trout. The clear blue waters of India's island beaches are ideal for scuba diving and snorkeling, or for a languorous soak in the sun. India's landscape is blessed with terrains that make it a perfect destination for the adventurous traveler. The timeless mystery and beauty of India can be experienced only by visiting this ancient Land. Truly a must see !
ABOUT CHENNAI
Chennai, previously known as Madras, the capital of Tamil Nadu, is the country's fourth largest city. Chennai was the site of the first settlement of the East India Company. It was founded in 1639, on a piece of land given by the Raja of Chandragiri, the last representative of the Vijayanagar rulers of Hampi. Chennai, the gracious capital of Tamil Nadu is the fourth largest metropolis in India. Located on a 17km stretch of the Coramandel coast, the city is trisected by the waterways of Cooum, Adyar and the Buckingham Canal. With a population of 6 million people, Chennai is a vibrant city ever growing, expanding and changing every year. Popularly regarded as the "Gateway to the South", Chennai presents culture that is distinctly different from that of northern India. Music, dance and all other art forms of the South are cherished and nurtured in this city which, though industrialized, continues to be traditional and conventional in many ways.
PLACES TO VISIT
- Sri Kapaleeswarar Temple
- Mamallapuram
- Kanyakumari
- Birla Planetarium
- The Marina-the worlds second largest beach
- Ooty
- Kodaikanal
- Madurai Meenatchi Amman Temple
Chennai Airport Terminals:
Terminal 1: Kamaraj Terminal is a domestic terminal which connects the city with 20 destinations across India. There are several flights of some prominent airlines such as Air India, Indigo 6E, Jet Airways/ Jetlite, Kingfisher and Spicejet. Terminal 2: The second terminal is for international operations and it is known as Anna Terminal that connects the city with all the major destinations like London, Frankfurt, Dubai, Muscat, Bahrain, Dhahran, Jeddah, Singapore, Kula Lampur and Sri Lanka. The terminal operates airlines such as Air India, Indian Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, Malaysian Airlines, Air Lanka, Oman Air, Gulf Air and Saudia Airlines.
Connectivity with the City from Chennai Airport
Bus stand: The total distance between the Chennai airport and the state bus terminal is about 14 km and it takes hardly 20 minutes to reach. You will easily get private cabs and taxis as well as buses to reach the airport from the bus stand.
Railway Station: The airport is approximately 19 km from the railway station and it takes around 30 minutes to reach. From the railway station, you can easily hire taxis to reach the airport.
Chennai Egmore (formerly known as Madras Egmore) is a railway station in Egmore, Chennai (Madras), South India. The station acts as the arrival and departure point for trains connecting Chennai and southern, central Tamil Nadu and Kerala. This is one of the two main railway terminals in the city along with Chennai Central (Madras Central), which serves the north and west bound trains from the city. However, some trains to the north-east and eastern parts of the country also start from/pass through here, though the number is much fewer than the ones from Chennai Central. The Chennai Beach-Tambaram suburban railway line also passes through the station. The building of the railway station with decorative domes is one of the prominent landmarks of Chennai. This station is known in Tamil as Ezhumbur. Over 75% of the trains starting from Chennai Egmore station pass through Trichy at different times. The Chennai Egmore station has a platform which allows vehicles to be driven up almost to the side of the train-to allow for easy loading/unloading of baggage and passengers.
The station was apparently constructed from 1906 on land purchased from Pulney Andy,[2] The building is built in the Gothic style of architecture with imposing domes and corridors. It is one of the prominent landmarks of the city of Chennai. The recently opened northern entrance to this railway station is on the arterial Poonamalee High road in Chennai city.
Web sites for hotel booking
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