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  • John_machado_15
    Mumbai, India96 contributions
    Peaceful and Serene
    San Thome Basilica in Chennai is a revered religious site, showcasing impressive neo-Gothic architecture. Dedicated to St. Thomas, the apostle, it holds historical and spiritual significance.

    You will appreciate the serene atmosphere, beautiful stained glass windows, and the tomb of St. Thomas. It's a peaceful place for reflection and a glimpse into the city's Christian heritage.
    Review of: San Thome Church
    Written 19 November 2023
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  • Aryaman
    Bengaluru, India3 contributions
    An iconic railway station
    It's British Era architecture gives it a grand and majestic look.The square outside the station(in front of Moore market station)is beautiful and is a great place to relax.The station is one of the cleanest I have ever travelled to and also one of the best connected with a metro station just outside and park station opposite it from where you can catch local trains(There is a subway connecting park station and central station but its a pain if you have luggage as there are no escalators).It has many good eating places too such as KFC and Adyar anand bhavan where you can eat food while waiting for your train.Overall a well maintained railway station and a famous landmark of Chennai.
    Review of: Chennai Central Railway Station
    Written 17 July 2023
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  • Balasubramanian R
    Chennai (Madras), India734 contributions
    University of Madras
    university of Madras is one of the oldest university and proud got my postgraudation through this university. Is is located nearer to Marina beach and with vast area. Different departments, library etc are functioning here. I too worked as a part time employee, during my college days
    Review of: University of Madras
    Written 9 November 2019
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  • AZCasualTraveler
    Mesa, AZ1,893 contributions
    Beautiful Shrine to Ramakrishna
    Beautiful Shrine to Ramakrishna & monastery for Ramakrishna monks. This structure is surrounded by nicely landscaped grounds area that is peaceful and quiet. While the exterior of the building is beautiful to photograph, no photos are allowed inside. We walked all around the gardens area surrounding the Math building to enjoy the serene atmosphere of this area.
    Review of: Sri Ramakrishna Math
    Written 14 July 2023
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  • Dr Javed Rasheed
    Kurnool, India2,685 contributions
    A Majestic Landmark in Chennai
    I have passed by this building umpteen times as a kid on the way to visit More Market ( which was red in colour ) and a favourite destination for kids that housed a lot of shops till it was demolished to construct and increase the length of the congested Central rail station which again is another ancient land mark in Chennai. Built in the year 1913, the Ripon Building is the official seat of the Chennai Corporation and is painted white as a representation of Indo-Saracenic architecture.One can’t miss this majestic structure as it’s an important land mark and houses the department’s of Chennai Corporation.
    Dr.Javed Rasheed
    Review of: Ripon Building
    Written 10 November 2019
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  • Ghiri T
    Chennai (Madras), India212 contributions
    A place with history
    Doveton House was built by an architect Benjamin Roebeck in the year 1798. This house was named after Lieutenant General John Doveton. This place once served as a prison where victims were kept under the vigilance of British officers. Now this place serves as administrative office of the Women’s Christian College. One should visit the place to see the architectural work of the building.
    Review of: Doveton House
    Written 13 July 2018
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  • JumboMumbai
    Mumbai703 contributions
    Relax and enjoy
    Raj Bhavan is the official residence of the Governor and is an absolute nature trail.

    We were pleasantly surprised to know that we could visit the place; a friend helped reserve for both families - it is online and friendly

    And the kids enjoyed and learnt..

    It is a paid trip nominal charge and entertaining to the core
    Review of: Raj Bhavan Chennai
    Written 31 May 2018
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  • Mrudula
    111 contributions
    Red bricks building
    Prakasam Salai is an attaractive red blocks building and built in a impressive stylish in a Indo-saracentic style.
    Review of: Prakasam Salai
    Written 23 January 2020
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  • harleen_sethi
    New Delhi, India118 contributions
    Roman Catholic shrine in Chennai
    “Luz” is a Portuguese word which means light. This spot was like a forest and even to this day, this church is also known as “kaatukoil” where in Tamil language, it translates to “forest church”.
    The existing structure at Luz church was built by the Portuguese in 1516. The architecture consists of patterns of gothic arches, Baroque ornamentation compounded with classic European style. The altars are gilded with silver and gold leaves and the ceilings with powder blue Fresco paintings. The foundation stone of this church is considered to be ‘one of the oldest European monuments in India.’
    This ancient church was raised to the status of a Shrine on 15th August, 2010 and also to the status of a Heritage Monumental Shrine in the city of Chennai. This Heritage status is accorded by the Department of Metropolitan Development Authority as Heritage Building in Tamil Nadu.
    Review of: Church of Our Lady of Light
    Written 11 July 2018
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  • vijram4525
    Mangalore, India514 contributions
    Famous one
    This is a famous mosque where hundreds of Muslims gather for Friday prayer. The mosque is quite big to accommodate large crowd
    Review of: Masjid E Javeed
    Written 29 December 2019
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  • raviy4248
    Mangalore, India500 contributions
    Nice and ideal place of worship
    This is an ideal and peaceful place of worship without much disturbance of external agents. The temple has got all the facilities for the devotees including good parking area
    Review of: Dheenupureeswarar Temple
    Written 26 February 2019
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  • harleen_sethi
    New Delhi, India118 contributions
    Pray in Peace
    Christ Church is a great place to pray in peace. A very old and traditional church with great ambience and peaceful atmosphere. The parking space is also huge and is easily accessible from any location in Chennai. Very beautiful church and must visit.
    Review of: Christ Church
    Written 18 September 2018
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