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Situated on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal - Chennai(Madras) is the capital and the largest city in the State of Tamil Nadu. Also known as the 'Gateway to South India', Chennai is an important port and industrial base. Chennai's culture reflects its diverse population and is known for its wealth of arts and literature. Chennai has a vibrant theatre scene and is an important centre for the Bharatanatyam, a classical dance form of Tamil Nadu. Chennai is also popular for the glitz... more » Situated on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal - Chennai(Madras) is the capital and the largest city in the State of Tamil Nadu. Also known as the 'Gateway to South India', Chennai is an important port and industrial base. Chennai's culture reflects its diverse population and is known for its wealth of arts and literature. Chennai has a vibrant theatre scene and is an important centre for the Bharatanatyam, a classical dance form of Tamil Nadu. Chennai is also popular for the glitz and glamour of Kollywood, the 'Tamil film industry'. Popular festivals include - Pongal - in January and Tamil New Year's Day - in April. « less

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“Nice Hotel - Value could be better”

Lemon Tree Hotel Chennai

3 of 5 stars
Dunc21
Vienna
9 Nov 2009

This hotel is about 15-30min from the airport and another 30 minutes from the city centre. Rooms are nice but rather small for the price (5.300 Rp/night). Restaurant and breakfast are fine,...more

“a horrible experience at Karaikudi ,velachery”

Karaikudi Chettinadu Restaurant

1 of 5 stars
innocentgemntleman
chennai
9 Nov 2009

Never go to this restaurant. I had a horrible experience yesterday. We, a group of 12 had booked a table at their restaurant in velachery yesterday. Reached there b 2.30 and the table was ready. we...more

“This is the place to recharge!”

Fisherman's Cove

4 of 5 stars
iTwins
Hong Kong SAR
8 Nov 2009

Peace and quietness was the one thing I remembered the most. Having stayed in half a dozen hotels in the city, sound of car horns can be heard throughout the night. Any local and frequent travelers to...more

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