Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Chennai (Madras)
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Best Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Chennai (Madras)
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Mylapore
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Royapettah
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Royapettah
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Thiruvanmiyur East
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What travellers are saying
- rajeshbahugunaHyderabad, India239 contributionsHad been to Chennai several times in the past but could manage to visit this magnificent temple only last week. The temple is as fascinating as its history. The temple architecture is lovely and you need to spend some time to look at the carvings on the gopurams as well the inside of the temples. Special darshan tickets are priced only 50/ but there was no need as even otherwise you could have the darshan at all three temples easily. The parking around the temple is a little tricky as the space is limited but after a round or two you can manage.Written 5 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Naveena1 contributionIt was my second visit to this place. I had a great time with my family. Great place to hangout with friends 😉.Written 19 March 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AZCasualTravelerMesa, AZ1,858 contributionsSan Thome Church, or more commonly known as St. Thomas Cathedral Basilica is a beautiful church located in Chennai India. The exterior of the Basilica looks nice with its very tall spires, and the interior is also quite nice and spacious. This Cathedral is a very historical and religious place because it has a tomb built over the remains of Saint Thomas, one of the twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ.Written 15 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Maps own traveller 9955Chennai (Madras), India5 contributionsLovely and one the longest beaches in chennai clean and neat. Have to walk to reach the waters water games are nice 👍Written 5 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Pradeep JChennai (Madras), India1 contributionIt's an famous beach in Chennai and it's has world famous church near. It's all lots Street food there.Written 27 November 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ABDESHKanchipuram, India526 contributionsThis is an Old Important Beautiful Thirumal (Vishnu) Temple in Chennai. It can be reached by bus or suburban trains. It is located in Thiruvallikeni (Trilplicane), Chennai. God Parthasarathy and Goddess Vedavalli Thaayaar blessing devotees here. Chithirai Thiruvila (Tamil Month Chithirai Festival) and some other festivals are celebrated grandly.Written 6 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- T. GowrisankarChennai District, India4 contributionsYou have nearly ancient temples in Mylapore. Let me list out
Kapaleeswarer, valleeswarer.apparsamy, kesavaperumal, madhavaperumal, valeswsrar(sukra), saibaba, mundagakammi amman, veerabadra temple, hanuam temple,Written 8 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Asim IGreater London, UK120 contributionsThe level for devotion by the devotees is astonishingly breathtaking. We visited early morning, and even at that time the queues had started to building. Despite being expat tourists we opted NOT to get into the fast-track lane and instead, as an act of devoutness, we joined the regular queue. It took us almost 2.5 hours to get from the start to actually seeing and witnessing the Holy Shrine.
I entitled this review... 'your devotion will be tested...' and with good reason as this indeed will be put to the test, we are Brits and that being the case every sinew in our body and all our years of socialising has taught us to queue in an orderly fashion and help others in need of our support...
Unfortunately, this is not the case globally, and it is a case of "everyone for themselves". Be prepared to be jostled, pushed shoved, with queue jumping commonplace, the queue also stalled for period of up to 15 mins . It can be very frustrating, particularly when traveling with young children, however one must never lose sight of the sense of occasion, and demonstrate patience, tolerance and piety. I think that is what got me/us through the queuing experience. Also worth pointing out that the queue spans the length and breath of the temple's rooms, once in the final shrine area the pushing and jostling does get even more intense, we traveled there with my wife and I, and two children aged 10 and 8 years, I held on to my daughter's hand tightly (and wife, my son) and had we a plan incase we misplaced each other. At the actually shrine you literally have 3 to 5 seconds before your are ushered to move-on.
Also worth mentioning that you are categorically not permitted to take recording devices (including mobile phones) into the shrine (your are searched), and have to check them into a cloakroom area beforehand... best advice, on the day of your visit best to leave everything at the hotel, or you'll have to queue again.
The whole experience was certainly spiritual, moreover visiting the Sai Baba temple is a reflection of ones own emotions and sensibilities and trying to be the best version of ourselves!Written 21 March 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ganesan KumarasamySingapore, Singapore1 contributiongood area with crowds, able to walk by using google maps. the map is not very accurate but can ask around and the people are willing to help.Written 16 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- meraldoantonio16 contributionsSmall but beautiful and historically significant temple to commemorate Ramakrishna. Located in the heart of Mylapore, close to other sites such as Santhome Church and Kapaleeshwarar Temple.Written 10 February 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BossThiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), India18 contributionsAmazing experience. My daughter loved watching the fish. The entry ticket was priced very high more variety of species can really add on to the experience. They wanted to create the same kind of experience which is in Singapore and Malaysia. But can be little better. Over all my daughter enjoyed.Written 31 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ABDESHKanchipuram, India526 contributionsVadapalani Andavar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Muruga. It is located in Vadapalani, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. It is around 25 kms from Tambaram. The Moolavar (main deity) resembles the Palani temple idol and is in standing position.The temple courtyard houses several Sannidhis including that of Varasiddhi Vinayaka, Chokkanathar, Meenakshi Amman, Kali, Bhairava, Shanmuga with Valli and Deivanai. Some Divine Events have been described beautifully on the walls.The temple tank is in front of the temple.Only in this temple, one can see Murugan wearing footwear, a symbol that denotes shedding of arrogance. He is seen in a standing pose with his left foot forward to indicate he is in a rush to help his devotees.Written 15 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mohan SMumbai148 contributionsIt is a good place for family and kids.kids will enjoy the maximum rides.one of the best amusement park.Written 1 September 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AryamanBengaluru, India3 contributionsIt'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.Written 17 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ABDESHKanchipuram, India526 contributionsThis temple is located in Calm and clean place. The Bhaktha Anjaneya temple at Nanganallur in Chennai is known for bestowing better health to the devotees. The idol of the central image is 32 feet in height making it one of its own kind.Sri Rama, Sri Lakshmana and Seetha with Sri Anjaneyar, Sri Vinayagar, Sri Raghavendra and Sri Krishna with his consorts Bhama and Rukmini are also here. Prasadam is provided. You may reach by bus(on particular timings), trains, autos or cars from airport quickly. You can contribute to the construction of the Golden Chariot, which will also be funded by the Tamil Nadu government. You could also try, Many restaurants,shops in Nanganallur are providing good quality products (delicious vegetarian foods, traditional sweets, coffee, and handicraft items).Written 16 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
