A Day Exploring Chembarambakkam

1. 9:00am: Chembarambakkam Lake
   Visit the famous Chembarambakkam Lake which is the primary source of drinking water for Chennai residents. It's a well-known picnic spot and perfect for bird watching. This serene location will calm your senses for the rest of your day.
   Estimated time: 2 hours
   Estimated distance: 5 km
2. 11:30am: Sri Uthara Guruvayurappan Temple
   Heading east from Chembarambakkam Lake, we visit the Sri Uthara Guruvayurappan Temple, near Maduravoyal. It is the oldest Guruvayurappan temple in Chennai. The temple's deity is Lord Vishnu with his consort, and also has Lord Shiva with Lord Ganapathy deities.
   Estimated time: 1 hour
   Estimated distance: 6 km
3. 12:30pm: Sri Ramanaadheswarar Temple
   Continuing from the Sri Uthara Guruvayurappan Temple, we visit the Sri Ramanaadheswarar Temple. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it is located in Porur, surrounded by a lake and lush greenery.
   Estimated time: 1 hour
   Estimated distance: 2 km
4. 2:00pm: MGM Dizzee World
   Heading South from Sri Ramanaadheswarar Temple, we visit MGM Dizzee World. It is the first amusement park in Chennai and offers water rides along with other recreational activities.
   Estimated time: 4 hours
   Estimated distance: 8 km
5. 6:30pm: Murugan Idli Shop (dinner)
   Taste the authentic south Indian cuisine at Murugan Idli Shop. It is known for its simple and delicious idlis, dosas, and vadas. The perfect way to end the day.
   Estimated time: 1 hour
   Estimated distance: 10 km

Time and Costs Estimates

• Chembarambakkam Lake (2 hours, free)
• Sri Uthara Guruvayurappan Temple (1 hour, free)
• Sri Ramanaadheswarar Temple (1 hour, free)
• MGM Dizzee World (4 hours, INR 999)
• Murugan Idli Shop (1 hour, INR 200)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 1199

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can visit the serene Madras War Cemetery near Guindy. In case you have lesser time, you can skip Sri Uthara Guruvayurappan Temple and spend longer in MGM Dizzee World. Keep yourself hydrated, especially if you plan to spend more time outdoors.