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A Romantic Trip to Chennai

  • Day 1: Marina Beach
    5 minutes (1.5 km) from Santhome Cathedral

    Start your honeymoon by visiting one of the longest and most visited beaches in India - the Marina Beach. You can take a long walk or hire a boat to catch the mesmerizing view of the sunset.

  • Day 2: Mahabalipuram
    1.5 hours (56.3 km) from Marina Beach

    Enjoy the day visiting the historic city of Mahabalipuram. Explore the Shore Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and also the other ancient monuments like Five Rathas, Arjuna's Penance, and the Tiger's Cave.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Marina Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Santhome Cathedral (30 minutes, free)
  • Mahabalipuram (5 hours, INR 1000 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2000

Transportation

Chennai is well connected by air, rail, and road. The costs and travel time depend on the type of transportation selected. Hiring a taxi is the easiest way to go around the city. A one-way taxi ride from the airport to the city center costs around INR 600.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit other attractions like Arignar Anna Zoological Park, Government Museum, and the famous Kapaleeswarar Temple. You can also check out the local markets of T. Nagar, Pondy Bazaar, and George Town for shopping. If you have less time, you can skip the Mahabalipuram day trip.

Airports

The main airport serving Chennai is the Chennai International Airport (MAA). It is located in Meenambakkam, around 21 km from the city center. You can take a taxi or airport shuttle to go to the city center.

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