Chennai blends heritage with modern cosmopolitan culture and is surrounded by cities that offer a lot more than what meets the eye. If you are a resident of Chennai or are visiting the capital of Tamil Nadu for work or leisure, you can plan a quick getaway to these places from Chennai. There is a whole lot of adventure, culinary experiences, and sightseeing in the store for you. Tamil Nadu will leave you begging for more and these top 7 cities near Chennai are the reason for it.
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Mahabalipuram beach in Chennai!
7 Places To Visit From Chennai On A Long Weekend
1. Puducherry
One of the major tourist attractions in India, Puducherry is easily accessible from Chennai. Puducherry is at a distance of merely 150 to 160 kilometres from Chennai. This French Riviera of the East is influenced by the French colonies and their architecture, buildings, and cuisine are French-inspired. You are promised a lazy weekend trip with pristine beaches in Puducherry.
Serene beach at Puducherry!
2. Kanchipuram
Kanchipuram is an ancient town in Tamil Nadu which is a pilgrimage site and attracts many visitors fir the famous Kailasanathar temple worshipping Lord Shiva which was built in the 8th century. It is also home to the famous Kanchipuram or Kanjeevaram sarees, which you can't return home without.
3. Yelagiri
Yelagiri is a small hill station at a ride of 3-3.5 hours from Chennai. With its pleasant climate and scenic views, this town also attracts adventure lovers who can engage in fun-filled activities like paragliding, trekking and boating.
4. Mahabalipuram
Roughly at a distance of around 60 kilometres from Chennai, Mahabalipuram is an ancient temple town with history at its core. The town was home to the Pallava Dynasty in the 7th century and has beautiful historic temples, statues, and carved structures. The road trip from Chennai to Mahabalipuram is scenic too.
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Ancient sculptures at Mahabalipuram
5. Pulicat
This sleepy little town has a serene seashore and lies the North of Chennai, merely a two-hour drive from the city, in the Thiruvallur district. This place is a major attraction for weekenders who love the sea and want to seek some seaside adventure.
6. Nellore
A dream destination for nature lovers with abundant flora and fauna, Nellore is on the bucket list of many photographers and wildlife lovers. There are numerous national parks, sanctuaries and trekking expeditions which can be enjoyed in Nellore.
7. Nagalapuram
Known for its trekking trails, lush greenery and natural beauty, Nagalapuram is at a distance of around 70 kilometres from Chennai. You will enjoy the soothing greenery, calmness and mesmerising waterfalls when in Nagalapuram.
Beautiful carvings at Kanchipuram temple!
Where are you heading next?
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