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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)

This expansive beach is Chennai's most famous tourist attraction, though the undercurrent is too strong for all but the strongest swimmers.

Attraction type: Beach
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)
Attraction type: Movie theater
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)
Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)

This majestic complex comprises six buildings and nearly fifty galleries; the impressive works cross every era and branch of science and art, from zoology and anthropology to puppetry, painting and fibre optic sculpture.

Attraction type: Museum; History museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)
Attraction type: Nature reserve; Wildlife park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)

Very easy to get to by taxi or auto. Be careful as there are so many small shops and alleyways that you may find it difficult if you need to return somewhere. Everything from large department stores...

Attraction type: Mall
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)

This basilica in honor of St. Thomas has been many times destroyed and rebuilt since its original construction by the Portuguese in the 14th century.

Attraction type: Architectural building; Religious site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)

Sowkhya Ayurvedic Centre is a boutique Ayurvedic Spa and Treatment centre dedicated to providing authentic ayurvedic solutions and treatment modalities. We offer a range of treatments and ayurvedic packages suiting your budget. Sowkhya specializes in authentic treatments for stress management, obesity management, arthritis management, back pain, and rejuvenation therapies. Sowkhya also offer beauty treatments and refreshing massages. Here is an opportunity for you to cleanse, rejuvenate and detoxify at our state-of-the-art spa. Come and feel the experience!

Attraction type: Spa
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)

This ancient shrine to Shiva is centrally located and among the area’s most popular landmarks.

Attraction type: Architectural building; Religious site
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)

This modern planetarium is part of the Tamilnadu Science and Technology Centre.

Attraction type: Observatory/planetarium
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)

Tenth century paintings, religious statues and relics occupy one building while the other contains mostly modern works.

Attraction type: Art museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)

The Science Centre is a fun place for students and adults alike.  The grounds have many exhibits and play areas. Saturday workshops on various topics (recently a "trash to cash" workshop to teach...

Attraction type: Science museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)

The present temple, dedicated only recently in a joyous three-day ceremony, represents three hundred years of faith and devotion.

Attraction type: Religious site
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)

Since its construction over two hundred years ago this building has been a British officers’ hall, a jail and a residence; it is now home to administration offices of the Women’s Christian College.

Attraction type: Architectural building
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)
Attraction type: Coffeehouse
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)
Attraction type: Religious site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)

Built by the British East India Company in 1640, this walled military structure contains numerous important landmarks.

Attraction type: Historic site; Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 23 attractions in Chennai (Madras)
Attraction type: Neighborhood
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In addition to over thirty Indian snakes, this specialty zoo is home to domestic and exotic crocodiles, turtles and tortoises. A library and museum are also on site.

Attraction type: Zoo
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Attraction type: Amusement/theme park
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