Top Things to do in Mylapore
Top Restaurants in Chennai (Madras)
What to do and see in Mylapore, Tamil Nadu: The Best Sacred & Religious Sites
The diverse population of Chennai (Madras) is reflected in its rich cultural scene. You’ll find serious theatre as well as the glitz and glamour of Kollywood. Chennai is also an important center for the Bharatanatyam, a local form of classical dance. Visit in January, for the festival of Pongal, or in April, when Chennai celebrates its new year.
Restaurants in Chennai (Madras)
1. Sri Audikesava Perumal Peyalvar Temple
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
2. Luz Anjaneyar Temple
3. Sri Malleeswarar Temple
4. Church of Our Lady of Light
5. San Thome Church
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4.5 based on 1,243 reviews
Probably the most magnificent and prominent reminder of Chennai's colonial lineage, the San Thome Church bears a colossal amount of history since A.D. 52, the year when St. Thomas traveled to India, though the Roman Catholic basilica was built in the 16th century by the Portuguese. It was then rebuilt by the British in 1893. The imposing structure reaches a height of 155 feet and emanates peace and architectural splendor with its tall spires over the tomb of the saint. The sea makes a wonderful backdrop to the pristine white structure. The San Thome Church is considered one of the pilgrimages for people around the world.
Reviewed By thewanderer0512 - Bengaluru, India
San Thome Church, also known as St. Thomas Cathedral Basilica and National Shrine of Saint Thomas, is a Roman Catholic minor basilica in Santhome, in the city of Chennai, This church has the status of a minor basilica, originally the old church was built in the 16th century by Portuguese explorers and rebuilt again with the status of cathedral by the British in 1893, Touring to this Madras Santhome Cathedral Basilica church is pretty easy, as you will get auto rickshaws, 'call taxis' and even luxurious cabs. Auto rickshaws are the cheapest ones but bargain carefully before you get into one.
6. Ramakrishna Temple
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4.5 based on 212 reviews
The present temple, dedicated only recently in a joyous three-day ceremony, represents three hundred years of faith and devotion.
Reviewed By baburoy - Bengaluru, India
A lovely place to go to. Calm. Serene. If you want peace and want to meditate this is the place to be. Built similar to the Belur Math, this is a great place. I was fortunate to visit this temple and also visit the Original (Old) temple built by Swami Brahmananda. The body becomes rejuvenated by just sitting for 5 minutes.
7. Mundakaneeyaman Temple
8. Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
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4.5 based on 211 reviews
Reviewed By Tapaswinirath
Beautiful temple with lot of piece and excellent prasad distributed by temple management, thanks to all.
9. Arulmigu Sri Veera Anjanayer Temple
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4.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By DeviKum - Minneapolis, United States
I have been to this temple a number of times and each time I never fail to come away with hope, peace and utmost satisfaction. This Hanuman does that to you. I always love the priests' fervor in the poojas and the quaint ambiance of the temple.
