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2 Days in Chennai: A Journey Through Wildlife and Heritage

BEENA BIJU

BEENA BIJU

4 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Chennai's vibrant culture and natural wonders. Explore the Arignar Anna Zoological Park, home to exotic wildlife, and wander through the lush Semmozhi Poonga gardens. Uncover the city's rich history at the Government Museum and pay homage to Dr MGR at his memorial. Finally, relax and soak in the beauty of Marina Beach, India's longest urban beach.

Trip to Chennai

Day 1Wildlife Wonders and Serene Gardens
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$5

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$ 1

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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$3
58 - 70 min

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Semmozhi Poonga
Serene botanical garden with over 500 species of plants, including exotic varieties.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$1
Day 2Heritage Treasures and Beach Bliss
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$3

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$ 1

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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$3
19 - 23 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
9 - 11 min

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Marina Beach
Bustling urban beach featuring a long shoreline for basking & a variety of food stalls & shops.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $8 In total

Activities & Food:$7
Transport:$1