Religious Landmarks
With a host of beautiful and ornately decorated Hindu, Sikh and Buddhist temples, lovers of architecture and design will be in for a treat.
Chennai is the vibrant and exciting capital city of the Tamil Nadu state in India. Located on the coast of Tamil Nadu, Chennai is renowned for its exquisite beaches, gorgeous local architecture and its uniquely diverse population, consisting of an extensive number of foreign expats. Its gastronomic culture and international local scene have made Chennai a must-see destination.
Cheap flights to Chennai are now available for a limited period of time so book your flight today and experience the delicious cuisine, colourful architecture and infectious energy of this city! Chennai is home to Chennai International Airport (MAA), located 30 minutes from the city centre by car.
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With a host of beautiful and ornately decorated Hindu, Sikh and Buddhist temples, lovers of architecture and design will be in for a treat.
Chennai’s colonial history is told in both local museums and crumbling colonial landmarks such as Fort St. George and the High Court Buildings.
Chennai’s local culture is a cosmopolitan mix of Tamil Indian and numerous expat cultures, creating a varied and vibrant selection of local food, celebrations and people.
Essential details you need to know before your trip
Country | India |
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Currency | Indian Rupee |
Language | Tamil and Telugu |
Hub Airport | Chennai International Airport (MAA) |
Airline | Air India |
Time Zone | GMT + 5.30 |
Travel Adaptor | Type C/D/M |
Chennai experiences a tropical wet and dry climate. The ideal time to visit is between the months of November to February, during winter. At this time, temperatures sit comfortably between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius, and cool ocean breezes blow in from the sea. The period of March to June constitutes the summer season in Chennai, and temperatures soar up to 40 degrees and sometimes above. If the scorching temperatures do not put you off, take advantage of the low-season specials that hotels and restaurants run during this time. Monsoon season takes place from July to September, and travel to Chennai during this time is not recommended due to heavy rainfall and high humidity.
Average temperature (°C) & rainfall (mm) per month
Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Low °C | 24°C | 24°C | 25°C | 28°C | 29°C | 29°C | 28°C | 27°C | 26°C | 25°C | 24°C | 24°C |
High °C | 30°C | 32°C | 34°C | 37°C | 37°C | 37°C | 37°C | 37°C | 36°C | 35°C | 32°C | 30°C |
Rainfall (mm) | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 262 | 130 | 116 | 107 | 184 | 74 | 18 | 194 |
Chennai is the bustling and busy capital city of the state of Tamil Nadu, located on the south-eastern coast of India. Once a British Military garrison and a Dutch East India Trading post, Chennai has expanded and diversified since gaining independence. Today Chennai is one of the main economical, commercial and cultural hubs in India. A favourite destination for expats, Chennai’s expat population is in excess of 100,000 residents, lending the city a very eclectic and cosmopolitan atmosphere. With extensive Hindu, Sikh and Buddhist temples, Chennai is a city that proudly supports religious and ethnic diversity, and the local people are known to be passionate about their city and love going out of their way to assist foreigners.
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