The Chennai Metropolitan area is one of the largest municipal economies of India. Chennai is nicknamed "The Detroit of India", with more than one-third of India's automobile industry being based in the city. Home to the Tamil film industry, Chennai is also known as a major film production centre. Also offers the perfect introduction to the South – colourful temples, famously spicy food and a rich history that leaps out of the architecture.
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Balm for the Soul
Balm for the Soul
Pondicherry with its wide avenues and sun-kissed shoreline is a sparkling example of French joie de vivre and laissez-faire and the perfect day-trip from Chennai.
Two and a half hours from Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai, Pondicherry, a former French colony, is a vibrant yet laidback blend of European and Tamilian cultures. With its stately villas, cafes, boutiques and bicycle rides along the beautiful promenade, Pondicherry truly represents French joie de vivre. The soulful neighbouring township of Auroville celebrates universal kinship. We'd be happy to arrange a day trip to Pondicherry and Auroville for you.
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Pilgrims’ Progress
Pilgrims’ Progress
From ancient Dravidian temples to one of India's finest cathedrals, Chennai has treasures aplenty for history buffs and aficionados of architecture.
Chennai's spiritual aura has made the city a custodian of all that's cultural. Two of the city's most revered monuments are the Shiva Kapaleeshwarar Temple with its lofty gopuram and the soaring neo-Gothic Santhome Cathedral. The temple was originally built by the Pallavas and later rebuilt by Vijaynagar kings and the Cathedral was built by the Portuguese over the tomb of St. Thomas, one of the twelve disciples of Jesus.
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Cultural Kaleidoscope
Cultural Kaleidoscope
Most museums commemorate what is long gone. But Kalakshetra and DakshinaChitra are vibrant, living museums that represent the art, architecture, lifestyle, crafts and performing arts of South India.
Both Kalakshetra and DakshinaChitra, are truly immersive experiences that celebrate the cultural kaleidoscope that is Tamil Nadu. Kalakshetra - a centre for artistic endeavour – founded in 1936 by the visionary Rukmini Devi Arundale, showcases the state's rich heritage of dance and music. And DakshinaChitra is a cross cultural living museum that presents the state's art, architecture, lifestyle and crafts in an incredibly participative and engaging manner.
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Stories in stone- Mahabalipuram
Stories in stone- Mahabalipuram
The ancient rock-cut temples of Mahabalipuram, among the finest examples of Dravidian Temple Architecture, have withstood both time and tide for almost 1400 years.Culture, history and nature come together to make the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mamallapuram (also called Mahabalipuram) a sight to behold. This ancient coastal town, once a premier port for the mighty Pallava dynasty, is located just 45 kms away from Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai. Built between 700 and 800 AD, Mamallapuram's open-air rock reliefs and the seafront Shore Temple are among the finest examples of Dravidian Temple Architecture.
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Retail Therapy
Retail Therapy
From Kanjeevaram silks to comfortable cottons; from bronze and brass castings to leaf handicrafts; from chic leather bags to traditional jewellery, Chennai has something for everybody.
Chennai is home to some of the world's most esteemed Kanjeevaram saree shops, many of whom have been selling these gorgeous creations for generations. We would be happy to guide you to these family-run establishments for a spot of retail therapy. Along the way you could also pick up bronze and brass castings, traditional jewellery, leather bags, cotton garments, organic soaps, leaf handicrafts and a whole lot more.
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Pet friendly for specific room category