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Chennai
Tamil Nadu 12m
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Chennai, formerly Madras, is Tamil Nadu's capital city and one of South India's most important cultural and coastal gateways. The city combines Marina Beach, Fort St George, Mylapore temples, San Thome, museums, music sabhas, shopping streets and easy airport/rail access.
💡Why Visit?
Visit Chennai for a practical South India base with beaches, Tamil culture, classical music, historic neighbourhoods and excellent food.
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3 Days
Quick Facts
RegionTamil Nadu
CountryIndia
Altitude12m
Budget Stay₹1,500/night
Budget Food₹350/day
🌡️ Weather & Best Time
Sep · Rain
This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 32°C annually. Avoid travel in Nov due to heavy rainfall.
Temperature range (°C)
Sep
🌧️Rain
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Temperature26° – 32°C
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Rainfall152mm
💡Okay
💡Moderate — expect frequent rain
⚠️ Avoid travelling in Nov due to extreme conditions.
Plan a trip for SepClimate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo
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Where to Stay
🎒 Deluxe
₹1,500/night
- Budget hotels near Egmore/Central
- Simple guest houses
🏨 Premium
₹3,700/night
- Business hotels in T Nagar, Mylapore or OMR
- Comfort hotels near metro corridors
✨ Luxury
₹10,100/night
- Luxury city hotels
- Beachside and business hotels
Local Cuisine
⭐ Idli, dosa and sambarTamil
⭐ Filter coffeeTamil
Chettinad mealsRegional Tamil
Coastal seafoodCoastal