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3 Days in Chennai: Ancient Marvels and Authentic Delights

John Joseph

John Joseph

25 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Chennai, Tamil Nādu, India, and discover ancient marvels and indulge in authentic delights. Join me as I explore historic temples, soak up the sun at Marina Beach, and savor delicious South Indian cuisine.

Trip to Chennai

Day 1Temples, Cafes, and Beach Bliss
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$81

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$ 4

A2B Triplicane
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$27
15 - 18 min

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Dr MGR Memorial
Airy, modern stone memorial & tomb for former Tamil Nadu chief minister M. G. Ramachandran.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathy Perumal Temple Tiruvallikeni
Sacred 8th-century temple honouring the god Krishna, with ornately carved towers & columns.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Ratna Cafe
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$27
7 - 9 min

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Marina Beach
Bustling urban beach featuring a long shoreline for basking & a variety of food stalls & shops.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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A2B Triplicane
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$27
Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Culinary Delights
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$114

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$ 2

Sangeetha Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$39
4 - 5 min

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Arignar Anna Zoological Park
Vast zoo with large, natural enclosures for Asian mammals & battery-operated cars (fee) for touring.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$9
7 - 9 min

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SRM Chettinadu Unavagam
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$27
4 - 5 min

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Sangeetha Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$39
Day 3Art, History, and Gastronomic Adventures
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$90

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$ 1

Mathsya
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
11 - 16 min

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Government Museum Chennai
State collections including Indian art & sculpture, bronzes, anthropology & a children's section.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$8
14 - 17 min

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Lotus
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$27
8 - 12 min

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Semmozhi Poonga
Serene botanical garden with over 500 species of plants, including exotic varieties.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$4
8 - 12 min

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Dindigul Thalappakatti
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$27

Budget breakdown: $291 In total

Activities & Food:$285
Transport:$7