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EZHILMIKKU CHENNAI - 400 years of Age



VANTHAARAI VAZHAVAIKKUM CHENNAI 

BUSY CHENNAI

Introduction:

Old is Gold, yes of course Chennai is Gold ,since it has given Life to the Strangers who comes from any part of the World that is Why it is called as “Vanthaarai Valavaikkum Chennai”, In Tamilnadu Chennai is the only place where we can see  all the Peoples from all Over Tamilnadu.
Do you know how old is Chennai? Yes it is 400 Hundred years old. Yes it is Unbelievable!!!!!!!!!!
Chennai is Now “Chennai “but in the Past Years it was called as “Madras” yes it is unforgettable names which we still remember in our Heart. Chennai is also recognized by Numerous Nick Names like “Town “, “Pattanam”.
It is originally called as “MADARAS PATTINAM”.


Secret of the Name “CHENNAI”:

“Madras State” was called as Tamil Nadu State in the year 1969, the name “Chennai “was blossomed in the Year 1996, and the Name Chennai is derived from” CHENNAPATTNAM” after the “CHENNA KESAVA PERUMAL TEMPLE”.

Most Famous Place Ever Since Unforgettable:

In Chennai many places which are more than years are still living, these are the places which are most identified for the new comers and became the Land Mark of the Chennai. Few are mentioned below.

LIC Building
Spencer Plaza
Connemara Library
Fountain Plaza
Basin Bridge
High Court

Developments in Chennai:

In Olden days, there is no Information Technology  support  from Chennai, but now Foreign Clients are depending on Chennai  Company For the IT Support, We Chennai  has  made a Remarkable achievements in  the  Past years, We have given many Best Practices for the Business Improvement. Many Foreign Company are located in the Chennai in many areas, we have TIDEL PARK which is IT SECTOR, ASCENDAS, AMBATTUR IT PARK, SIPCOT & MEPZ in Tambaram. Since we have Many IT Sectors in Chennai, Peoples from the Different States of India are looking Job Opportunity in Chennai as per the Analysis.

Major IT Companies in Chennai:

Tata Consultancy Services - HCL -WIPRO - HP - IBM - CTS - POLARIS -INFOSYS

Major Site Visits and Hang out Places:

VALLUVAR KOTTAM:

In Chennai we have enormous Places for Hangouts, We have Valluvar Kottam Located in Nungambakkam, This is the Place where you can find History for “VALLUVAR”, and this is the best Site Visiting Place for the Families in Chennai. Where Foreigners are found in Abundant.
 
Valluvar Kottam

MARINA BEACH:

This is the Place where we can find peoples from different areas.
A Place where you can see only Enthusiasm, Love, care and Affection,
Entertainments like Horse Riding, Balloon Shooting were found in Abundant.
Most Attractive Places are “ARIGNAR ANNA & MGR SAMAADI”it is still living in the Memories of “CHENNAI VAASIGAL”,
The Dishes which are Famous here are “PATTAANI SUNDAL”&”BAJJI” where no one can Miss out without eating.
Nearby beach we can find MADRAS UNIVERSITY, THEEVU THIDAL, KANNAGI SILAI, and ULAVAR SILAI which usually attract Visitors and make everyone to take Snap Shots.
It is the best SHOOTING SPOT for the Tamil Cinema

THIYAGARAYA NAGAR: Commonly Known as “T – Nagar”.
It was named after Sir. P. THEAGARAYA CHETTY, A Justice Party Leader
It is a major shopping zone of the City.
Nearby Locations are” MAMBALLAM RAILWAY STATION” & “RENGANATHAN STREET”
RENGANATHAN STREET is the place where it is famous for Textiles and Jewellery Malls.
Note: People who come from anywhere in Tamilnadu will never miss out Shopping in T-Nagar.

VANDALUR ZOO: It is also known as “ARIGNAR ANNA ZOOLOGICAL PARK” founded in 1855.
It is First Public ZOO in India as a Park
Major Species Seen here are Snakes, Tiger, Leopard, Lion and Crocodile.
It is a best Tourism place for the Chennai ties.
“MUDUMALAI” Wild Life Sanctuary at Nilgiri District in Karnataka is the First National Park Whereas Vandalur Zoo is the Second Wild Life Sanctuary.
Vandalur Zoo

ANNA TOWER:

It was constructed in the year 1968 during the period of “ANNA DURAI” as CM.
It is commonly known as “ANNANAGAR ROUNDANNA” Where AYYAPPAN Temple is located nearby.
It is the Park for Relaxation
Famous for Morning - Jogging and walking
It is the place where Skating Coaching is conducted for the Kids.
Best Shooting Spot in early 80's.

Bright Anna Tower

MAHABALIPURAM:

It is a Busy and Best Tourist Place in India.
It is Also Known as “MAMMALLAPURAM” Which is near Kanchipuram District.
In the Seventh Century, it was ruled by PALLAVA DYNASTY.
Main Places are SHORE TEMPLE, LIGHT HOUSE, and TIGER CAVE & KRISHNA’s BUTTER BALL

Architects of Mahabalipuram


BESANT NAGAR:

The Name BESANT NAGAR is derived from the famous” LADY THEOSHPHIST ANNIE BESANT AMMAIYAR”.
It was founded in 1875.
Main Attraction spots are”ELLIOTS BEACH” it was named after the Governor of Madras” EDWARD ELLIOT”.
There are two main temples located; they are “VELLAKANNI CHURCH” and “ASHTALAKSHMI TEMPLE”.
Nearby Localities are Adyar and Thiruvanmiyur.
Note: Chess Champion Mr. VISHWANATH ANANTH Residency is located nearby.

Lover's Spot Besant Nagar


GUINDY PARK:

It is Located in Chennai South India.
It is 8th Smallest National Park of India.
There are 130 Species of Birds, 14 Species of Mammals, 60 Species of Butterflies and Spiders are available.
Every Year More than 70,000 Visitors are attracted by this Park.
Adyar Cancer Institute, IIT of Madras & Anna University is Located Nearby.
Inside the Guindy Park, Snake Park & Children’s Park is Available for Kids.
Guindy Park

 ECR:

Acronym of ECR is East Coast Road.
It is a Road Link which Connects Pondicherry, Cuddalore, Chidambaram etc.
It starts from Thiruvanmiyur in Chennai.
Numerous Beach Resorts are Available here.
Total Length is 690 KM from Chennai to Thuthukudi.
ECR Road Extends upto Uthandi as a Chennai City, then it enters as a toll road where we can find Scenic Blue Beach Sites.
Important nearby Locations are KOTTIVAKKAM, PALLAVAKKAM, NEELANGARAI, and INJAMBAKKAM & VETTUVANKANNI.
Famous Places are MAYAJAAL, PRATHNA DRIVE-IN THEATRE, MUTTUKADU BOAT HOUSE, MGM DIZEE WORLD, VGP GOLDEN BEACH, KOVALAM and MAHABALLIPURAM.
Good Shooting Spot for the Tamil Cinema.
Pleasant ECR Road


MAYAJAAL:

It was constructed in 2006.
It is a Largest Multiplex Theatre.
Located in Kanathur
Inbuilt Resorts with the Multiple Restaurants.
It has a Six Screen Multiple Theatres.

Mayajaal Theathre


MUTTUKADU:

It is a place where Boat House is Located.
It is Back water
It is Located at 23 Km’s away from the Adyar.
It is maintained by Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation (TTDC).
Boat riding is the Famous Event here.
  
Muttukadu Boat House


M.G.M (DIZEE WORLD):

Located at MUTTUKADU.
It is designed on a Huge Lush Green area where we can see the Scenic beauty of Blue beach in East Coast Road.
Apart from this Beach Resorts are also available.


PRATHNA DRIVE-IN THEATRE:

A Beach Drive in Theatre and Restaurant Complex.
It was founded by Dr. N Devanathan.
It is India’s only beach side drive in Theatre.
A place where we can enjoy movie with a Gentle Sea Breeze.
It has the Seating Capacity of 614.
Best entertainment place for family.

V.G.P (Golden Beach):

V.G. PANNEERDAS is the Founder of VGP.
Located in Bay of Bengal in Chennai.
Important Tourist Attraction in Chennai
One of the theme parks in Chennai
Just Famous for School Excursion, College Outing & Festival Outing.



IMPORTANT RAILWAY STATIONS & BUS DEPOTS:

CENTRAL   & EGMORE STATION:

In Chennai there are two important Railway Stations are Available

Chennai Central Railway Station- Southern Railways
Chennai Egmore Railway Station

People who come from Different Parts of India will Landup Either in Central or Egmore Railway Stations.
This is the Entry and exit point of Chennai.
Here we can find many peoples who are in Different states.
Look of Chennai Central Station is really admirable and it is a Landmark of Chennai
Rippon Building is Adjacent to Chennai Central

Central

 
Egmore
MAJOR BUS DEPOTS:

C.M.B.T – Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus or Chennai Metropolitan Bus Terminus:

It is Central point of the Chennai Area, Where we get Buses for all over Tamilnadu
It is Located between SAF Games Village and Koyambedu Vegetable Market.



PARRY'S   BUS DEPOT (BROADWAY):

Commonly Called as “POOKADAI”.
It is named after Thomas Parry, a Merchant who made a Setup of EID PARRY Company (PARRYS Sugar Company).
It is a very popular area for Whole Sale Flower Shops.
Madras High court is the landmark.
Beach Railway Station is nearby and it is the Starting point for the local Trains.



Important Stadiums at Chennai:

There are three important Stadiums, they are 

·         Chepauk
·         Raja Rathinam Stadium
·         Nehru Indoor & Outdoor Stadium

CHEPAUK:

It is commonly known as “M.A CHIDAMBARAM Stadium”.
Named after M.A Chidambaram, Former president of BCCI and TamilNadu Cricket Association
It is established in 1916.
It has a Seating Capacity for 50,000 members
International Cricket, World Cup and IPL are often conducted in this Stadium.

RAJA RATHINAM STADIUM:

 Located in Egmore
Opposite to RANI MEYYAMMAI Marriage Hall.
College Cultural activities are often conducted here.

NEHRU INDOOR & OUT DOOR STADIUM:

It is Commonly Called as JAWAHARLAL NEHRU STADIUM.
It has a Seating Capacity of 40,000 members.
Inside there is an indoor Stadium which has seating capacity of 8000 seats.

Conclusion: Chennai is the Place of Socialism, where every people are bonded with “Unity in Diversity”, Let us be Proud to be an Indian that too living in Chennai as well.