Things To Do In Chennai: Make Your Holiday Packed With Activities To Cherish!
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Chennai the gateway to South India has scores of places to visit and cherish. From lovers, family and friends to lonely travelers the city offers itself to explore from its most common attractions to hidden treasures. For travelers who are new to the place, can visit some of the popular temples, the lovely beaches and go on excursions to places like Muttukadu, Mahabalipuram and Crocodile Park among others. The shopping Malls, theme parks, water sports and restaurants offer fun and entertainment and best options to hang out with friends.
Cruising the ECR road
East Coast Road or popularly known as the ECR Road is the heaven for most Chennaites for a week end extravaganza. The road stretches up to Kanniyakumari the southernmost tip of India connecting small hamlets, towns and cities on the east coast. Just driving in this road with scenic views of the sea at very close encounters at some places and a few kilometers away in few places but nothing in between to obscure the sight, is amazing.
Along the ECR road you have plenty of places to stop and explore like Mahabalipuram the historical site, drive-in theatre, eateries, Muttukadu backwaters, beach resorts, amusement parks, Go-Carting tracks, Dakshin Chitra and Chola Mandalam Artisans village.
Mahabalipuram the historical site is a beautiful place that showcases the beauty of the Pallava architecture. There is a shore temple, 5 rathas, stone carvings indicating Arjuna’s penance and a Shiva temple.
Catamaran Ride in to the sea with the help of the fishermen for just 100 rupees for one hour is only for the brave hearts in ECR road. The fishermen do not have any safety jackets; they just make you sit and tie you tight to the catamaran. Enjoy the ride only if you really want to.
In Muttukadu you can go for a pleasant boating experience in the backwaters. You can either peddle or hire a motor boat and enjoy the evening boating here.
The crocodile bank in the ECR road is one of the largest reptile zoos in the world. It is home to around 2500 reptiles. Guided tours in the park help you to learn about the inhabitants.
Dakshin Chitra is a heritage village that depicts the life styles of the South Indians of various states. The village has 18 heritage houses representing the living styles of the people of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, North Karnataka and Telangana. A must visit place for all.
Trivandrum to Chennai flights are budget carriers
Chennai is well connected to most of the cities of India by air. Booking Trivandrum to Chennai flights on-line will give you scores of options on dates and time. Look for the cheapest flights from the online portals calendar and book.
Air India, Indigo and Air India Express fly from Trivandrum to Chennai. The 29 weekly flights start from the Trivandrum International Airport and arrive at Chennai International airport. By booking online you can avail web check-in option and avoid long waiting.