Chennai, formerly called Madras, was the capital of Southern British India. Many great monuments were built during the British rule and several of them continue to dominate the skyline of Chennai even today. During this walking tour, we will visit a number of the prominent landmarks of Chennai, which were built during the British era, often in an architectural style blending British as well as Indian elements. We shall start at the Central Railway Station and walk to the Ripon Building, Southern Railway Headquarters, Victory Memorial, Fort St George, Napier Bridge and finish at the Madras University building.
Highlights
• Central Railway Station
• Ripon Building
• Southern Railway Headquarters
• Fort St George (Fort Remains Closed Every Friday)
• Napier Bridge
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.. A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes and sunglasses/sunscreen with hats or scarf for ladies are highly recommended. Fort St. George, Chennai Closed on Every Friday and Holidays.
We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point wiithin city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.