Embark on a fascinating journey through Koyambedu Market, Asia’s largest fruit and vegetable market in Chennai. Explore a vibrant array of local and imported produce, and immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of this bustling marketplace.
Embark on a fascinating journey through Koyambedu Market, Asia’s largest fruit and vegetable market in Chennai. Explore a vibrant array of local and imported produce, and immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of this bustling marketplace.
- Sri Ramakrishna Math - Explore the distinctive monastic organization known as Ramakrishna Math, devoted to the 19th-century saint, Sri Ramakrishna. Visitors will have the opportunity to see the universal temple, the shrine, a stunning Mantapam, a multimedia museum, and a captivating library.
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple - Journey to Mylapore, an…
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Sri Ramakrishna Math - Explore the distinctive monastic organization known as Ramakrishna Math, devoted to the 19th-century saint, Sri Ramakrishna. Visitors will have the opportunity to see the universal temple, the shrine, a stunning Mantapam, a multimedia museum, and a captivating library.
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Kapaleeshwarar Temple - Journey to Mylapore, an ancient residential area in Chennai with a history dating back to Roman times when it traded pepper and fine cloth with Rome for gold! Visit the magnificent Kapaleeshwarar Temple, built in the 7th century and dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple, constructed in Dravidian architectural style, features a towering “Gopuram.” Guests can anticipate a mesmerizing experience of rituals and tranquility within the temple. Our cultural evangelist will elucidate the temple’s activities!
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Marina Beach - Stroll along the 3km-long main stretch of Marina Beach, where you’ll encounter cricket matches, kite flying, fortune-tellers, fish markets, corn-roasters, and families enjoying the sea breeze.
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Shirdi Sai Baba Temple - This temple is dedicated to Sai Baba, the revered mystic who united Hindus and Muslims and advocated for universal love and brotherhood. The temple is constructed with white marble and features a lamp that has been burning for over 100 years.
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Fort St. George - Fort St. George is the first English fortress, built in 1644 by the East India Company. Visit St. Mary’s Church, the oldest Anglican church in India. Our cultural evangelist will guide you through a charming museum filled with colonial relics and recount the story of how the East India Company transformed from a trading entity into the ruler of India!
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Vivekananda House - Discover the memorial for Swami Vivekananda, a renowned philosopher. His speeches at the World’s Parliament of Religions in September 1893 earned him fame as an orator by divine right and as a messenger of Indian wisdom to the Western world. On Mondays, it is closed, and the Egmore Museum will be visited instead.
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Santhome Cathedral Basilica - Visit the renowned San Thome Basilica, the main church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Madras and Mylapore. Relics of St. Thomas can be seen here. It is one of only three churches worldwide built on the tomb of an apostle, alongside St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican and Santiago de Compostela Cathedral in Spain.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Goods and Services Tax (GST) included
- Breakfast provided
- Bottled water available
- Transport by private vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Goods and Services Tax (GST) included
- Breakfast provided
- Bottled water available
- Transport by private vehicle
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Begin your day in Chennai at the Sri Ramakrishna Math on RK Mutt Road, where you can enjoy a serene atmosphere for approximately 45 minutes. Then, proceed to the Kapaleeshwarar Temple to admire its magnificent Dravidian architecture and vibrant gopuram, spending about an hour there. Afterward, take a leisurely 45-minute walk along Marina Beach, enjoying…
Begin your day in Chennai at the Sri Ramakrishna Math on RK Mutt Road, where you can enjoy a serene atmosphere for approximately 45 minutes. Then, proceed to the Kapaleeshwarar Temple to admire its magnificent Dravidian architecture and vibrant gopuram, spending about an hour there. Afterward, take a leisurely 45-minute walk along Marina Beach, enjoying local snacks and the refreshing sea breeze. Next, visit the Shirdi Sai Baba Temple for another 45 minutes, soaking in its spiritual ambiance. Continue with a visit to Fort St. George, where you can explore the colonial museum for an hour. Then, head to Vivekananda House, dedicating 45 minutes to learning about the life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda. Conclude your day at the Santhome Cathedral Basilica, a stunning neo-gothic church, spending 45 minutes appreciating its architecture and tranquility. This itinerary offers a rich blend of spirituality, culture, and history, ensuring a memorable day in Chennai.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.