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THE SOUTHERN HERITAGE
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CHENNAI
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Chennai, the largest city in southern India, has a
relaxed ambience and an active interest in classical music and dance.One of the
earliest cities set up by British, Chennai has marvellous buildings in the
elaborate Indo - Saracenic style. [More Info......] |
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MAMALLAPURAM |
South of Chennai is Mamallapuram. This little town is a perfect gem of Pallava art (6 AD - 8 AD). A beautiful beach with its Casuuarina trees and fine hotels makes this an idyllic spot for a holiday.
Places of interest: Cave
Temples, Rathas, Arjuna's penance, Shore Temple.
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PONDICHERRY
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Further down the coast is the
Union Territory of Pondicherry - once an enclave of the French. The French
influence is still to be seen in the marvellous white buildings in the old
section of this fascinating town.
Places of interest: A couple of splendid churches, a museum, the beautiful sea- front, the Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville, are some of Pondicherry's attractions. |
