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7 Best Unique Places to Visit in Chennai (2023)

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Unique Places to Visit in Chennai

Unique Places to Visit in Chennai– Chennai is one of the biggest educational and economic cities in the South of India. A place with many IT firms flourishing. If you are visiting the place and looking for places to sightseeing then we have prepared a list of the best unique places to visit in Chennai. 

Top 7 Unique Places to Visit in Chennai 

1. Valluvar Kottam

Unique Places to Visit in Chennai

If you are a true literature lover then you must have heard about the work of Tamil poet  Thiruvalluvar. Valluvar Kottam is built in his honour. He is still regarded as the greatest Tamil poet of all time. Make sure to visit the place in the morning, the surrounding is surreal. The place is located at the intersection of Village Road and Kodambakkam High Road. Buses and Taxis are easily available that will take you to Valluvar Kottam. 

2. Thousand Lights Mosque

Thousand Lights Mosque

The iconic place really lights up the Royapettah area in Chennai. As per old beliefs, around 1,000 lights were needed to light up the hall of the mosque so that is why it is named Thousand Lights Mosque. Perfect spot to worship for local Muslims. Whenever the light is lit the place will take your breath away. The architectural style exhibits excellence in style. 

3. Elliot’s Beach

Elliot’s Beach

Elliot Beach is best to visit with family and friends. A spectacular beach is named after Edward Elliot (the Chief Magistrate, Superintendent of Madras during the British Era). The beach is regarded as the cleanest place in India. Best to relax, unwind, sunbathe as well as keep stress away at this place. 

4. Dakshinachitra

Dakshinachitra

In English, it translates to “a picture of the south”. Dakshinachitra is the best historical museum in Chennai. Basically, it has 18 houses that are put together making it the best place to showcase the craft, culture and authentic lifestyle of South India. If you are looking for a place where you can learn and know more about the rich culture then this place won’t let you down.

5. Mylapore

Mylapore

Looking for a cultural hub in Chennai. The place holds a history of 1500 years. It is also a temple and place where you can dive into mouth-watering delicacies. Mylapore is a combination of everything, here you will have endless options for shopping, food and the best place of entertainment around Chennai. 

6. Guindy National Park

Guindy National Park

If you love nature and want to experience wild animals, then do visit Guindy National Park. It is home to 300 types of plants and trees, 15 species of reptiles, mammals and amphibians and  150 bird species. National Park is built on the land that used to be a part of IIT-Madras and Raj Bhawan. If you are sightseeing places in Chennai, then do visit Guindy National Park.

7. Connemara Public Library

Connemara Public Library

A place where you can find almost every textbook that you could ever think of. It consists of 4 depository Eveery book that has been published in India can be found here. From historical scriptures and periodicals to modern-day books will be here surely. Besides that, the place features, a video room to name a few.

Priyadarshi Shastri, a seasoned writer with 5 years of experience, holds a degree in PR from Amity University. An authoritative voice in Entertainment, Lifestyle, and Trending News, his trustworthy insights captivate audiences worldwide.

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