About Chennai Chennai (formerly known as Madras), is the capital of the state of Tamil Nadu. It is the fourth largest metropolis in India. Modern Chennai grew out of a small fishing village called Madraspatnam, when the East India Company chose the location for a new settlement way back in 1639. There are 4 Taj hotels in Chennai. Vivanta by Taj - Fisherman's Cove, once an impressive Dutch Fort, is now one of the finest beach resorts in Southern India. Vivanta by Taj - Connemara is the only heritage hotel in Chennai. The Taj Coromandel situated in the heart of the city offers the best business and leisure facilities. It is also a member of the exclusive "Leading Hotels of the World". and the vibrant and contemporary new addition Taj Club House promises an unique experience to the new-aged traveller. Quick Facts Average temperature in Chennai in Celsius. Jan-25°c, Mar-28°c, May-33°c, Jul-30°c, Sep-28°c, Nov-27°c, Dec-26°c.   Area: 174 sq km Population: 7 mn Altitude: Sea Level Language: Tamil,Telugu, Malayalam,Hindi, English Taj Hotels in Chennai » Taj Coromandel » Taj Club House » Vivanta by Taj - Connemara » Vivanta by Taj - Fisherman's Cove Best Buys The Kanchipuram Silk Saree is hand-woven, interleaved designs made with 'Jari' - a Silk thread twisted with a thin Silver wire and then gilded with pure Gold.