"Chennai is a great city, and if they had great weather it could be paradise, but it is not. Everything is top volume, be it heat, humidity, or crowd's ability to whistle. It is not a place for faint hearted."
- Yuvraj Singh,, famous Indian Cricketer
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About Chennai
Raigad to Chennai distnce : 1299 km
Estimated travel time : 22.5 hours
Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu, is one of the most visited tourist destination in South India. It is also known as Madras and crowned with names like 'Gateway to South India'. Chennai is a perfect blend of the modern early metropolitan city, a rugged ruins of history having legendary temples, memorable artistry and wonderful beaches.
Overlooking the waves of Bay of Bengal, Chennai offers hi-tech infrastructure consisting of luxury hotels, bars, clubs, shopping malls, spas. Along with the rich cultural history consisting of oldest temples like Parthasarathy temple, Kapaleeshwarar temple and Ashtalakshmi temple. It has the second largest beach in the world, the Marina Beach. Apart from being the tourist hub in itself, it is also a central place or gateway to the most beautiful tourist destinations of South India like Tirupati, Bangalore, Pondicherry, Mysore, Vellore etc.
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Route Information
Raigad to Chennai by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Raigad to Chennai distance is 1299 Km and is 22.5 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Mahabalipuram - Known for its ancient temples and rock-cut monuments, Mahabalipuram is worth exploring before continuing the journey.
2. Pondicherry - This former French colony is known for its beautiful beaches, colonial architecture, and spiritual retreats. It's a great place to relax and indulge in French cuisine.
3. Gingee Fort - Located in Villupuram district, this fort complex consists of three hilltop forts and offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
4. Tiruvannamalai - Home to the sacred Arunachaleswarar Temple, Tiruvannamalai is a prominent pilgrimage site. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and attracts thousands of devotees each year.
5. Kolli Hills - Situated in the Eastern Ghats, Kolli Hills is a serene and picturesque hill station. It is known for its waterfalls, viewpoints, and trekking trails.
6. Lonavala - Before reaching Raigad, you can make a stop at Lonavala, a popular hill station known for its lush green hills, beautiful lakes, and serene ambiance.
Tourist Attractions
Marina Beach
Breezy Beach
MGR Film City
Marundeeswarar Temple
Arignar Anna Zoological Park or Vandalur Zoo
Valluvar Kottam
Ashtalakshmi Temple
Connemara Library
Elliot's Beach
VGP Golden Beach
ISKCON Temple
Vivekananda or The Ice House
Akkarai Beach
Santhome Cathedral
Dakshinachitra Museum
Chennai Sangamam festival
Madras Crocodile Bank
Thousand Lights Mosque
Fort St. George
Madras War Cemetery
MGM Dizzee World
Shirdi Sai Baba temple
Royapuram Fishing Harbour
San Thome Church
Nettukuppam
Kapaleeswarar Temple
Mylapore
Express Avenue mall
Vadapalani Murugan Temple
Parthasarathy Temple
Anjaneyaswami Temple Nanganallur