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3 Days in Chennai: Unveiling History and Wildlife

Divyansh Varanasi

Divyansh Varanasi

30 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Chennai, India's cultural capital. Immerse yourself in the rich history at Government Museum and Dr MGR Memorial. Witness the grandeur of Madras High Court and Fort St.George Museum. Finally, get up close with exotic wildlife at Arignar Anna Zoological Park and Chennai Rail Museum.

Trip to Chennai

Day 1Unraveling Chennai's Historical Treasures
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$10

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$ 2

Government Museum Chennai
State collections including Indian art & sculpture, bronzes, anthropology & a children's section.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$10
18 - 22 min

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Dr MGR Memorial
Airy, modern stone memorial & tomb for former Tamil Nadu chief minister M. G. Ramachandran.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Exploring Architectural Marvels and Legal Legacy
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$5

Madras High Court
Historic high court of Madras, built in 1892, featuring monumental Indo-Saracenic architecture.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
16 - 23 min

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Fort St.George Museum
The first British fortress built in India, established in 1644, with a museum & 17th-century church.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$5
Day 3Roaming with Wildlife and Railways
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$17

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$ 2

Arignar Anna Zoological Park
Vast zoo with large, natural enclosures for Asian mammals & battery-operated cars (fee) for touring.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$12
55 - 66 min

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Chennai Rail Museum
Indoor/outdoor museum with displays of vintage engines & coaches, plus miniature train rides.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$5

Budget breakdown: $35 In total

Activities & Food:$32
Transport:$3