Chennai Trip Overview
This Chennai walk is led by a cultural evangelist who will bring alive the heritage and legacy of Chennai’s first settlement.
Trace the evolution of George Town as the trading post for East Indian Company in the 17th century to its modern avatar as the trading hub of Chennai in this walking tour in Chennai.
Experience cultural diversity in this walking tour in Chennai at ancient temples predating the British Era and an iconic Church of Armenian traders.
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Duration: 3 hours
Starts: Chennai, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
This Chennai walk is led by a cultural evangelist who will bring alive the heritage and legacy of Chennai’s first settlement.
Trace the evolution of George Town as the trading post for East Indian Company in the 17th century to its modern avatar as the trading hub of Chennai in this walking tour in Chennai.
Experience cultural diversity in this walking tour in Chennai at ancient temples predating the British Era and an iconic Church of Armenian traders.
Itinerary
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Stop At: nsc bose road, 13-32, Bunder Street, Broadway, George Town, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600001, India
The Chennai walk takes us past Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road also called China Bazaar road, which has a market famous for utensils, cosmetics and clothes. As we walk past this ancient bazaar, we will talk about the evolution of a small trading post into a megapolis in just over 2 centuries.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Vishnu Temple, NSC Bose Rd, Rattan Bazaar, George Town, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600001, India
Next in our walking tour in Chennai, we will visit the twin temples of Chennakesava Perumal and Mallikarjuna. The city of Chennai got its name from this temple. Its a mesmerizing experience as we witness and interpret the rituals. This Chennai walk is an immersive cultural experience.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kasi Chetty Charities, Kasi Chetty Street, Sowcarpet, George Town, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600108, India
Next in our Chennai walk, we relive the events which led to the emergence of Chennai as a megapolis. We do this as we walk past the markets famous for stationery, gift items, bags and electronics, which were once just a small trade centre.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Mint St, Seven Wells North, George Town, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600001, India
Mint Street is our next destination in this walking tour in Chennai. It is here where the East India Company set up its Mint. Today its famous for clothing markets. Listen to the legend of the poisoning of the 7 wells by Hyder Ali, father of Tipu Sultan!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sowcarpet, Chennai (Madras) India
Experience a riot of colours and jazz in the Saree market. In this walking tour in Chennai we will also take time for savouring snacks in this famous food street.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Armenian Church, Armenian Street Parrys, Chennai (Madras) 600001 India
This Chennai walk takes us past the street where Armenian refugees set up trade for silk, spices & gems 300 years ago. Visit the unique Armenian Church for an immersive experience.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Madras High Court, Near Marina Beach, Chennai (Madras) India
Set up in 1862 by a decree from Queen Victoria, the High court serves the state of Tamil Nadu today. We will narrate the events in 1914 during the Word War I, that led to an attack on this building by German submarines. This is one of the highlights of this walking tour in Chennai.
Duration: 30 minutes
