Fort St.George , Chennai
About Fort St.George
In the mid 16th century, the famous White Town which was named after St.George by whom the area was much influenced during that time period was established. The fort served as a home and administration office for East India Company. It was from this Fort the British started developing Madras City. Later it was also served as a base for Modern India Army. The premises of Fort St.George consist of two main attractions like “St. Mary’s Church” and “St.George Museum”. St. Mary’s Church is the most of oldest and first Anglican Church established in Indian Land. The church has relics of 150 ft teakwood flag mast and the tombstones of graveyard are more fascinating. This church was famously termed as “Westminster Abbey of the East”. Tourists can come across the remnants of British habitats in the St.George Museum. Being completed in the year 1795, the museum building once served as Madras Bank. One can see coins, paintings, letters, medals etc of colonial era in this museum. Currently the building is also serving as administrative office and assembly for Tamil Nadu Givernment.
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Armenian Church, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2 km from Fort St.George - See map
One of the oldest church of Indian sub-continent, Armenian Church is located in Parrys area of North Chennai. The church is acting as a heritage...
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Victory War Memorial, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2.3 km from Fort St.George - See map
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Kalikambal Temple, Tamil Nadu
2.5 km from Fort St.George - See map
Kalikambal temple is located in prominent George Town area of North Chennai. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Parvati who was termed as...
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Vivekananda House, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
3.8 km from Fort St.George - See map
Vivekananda House popularly known as Vivekanadar Illam is located on the shores of Bay of Bengal facing the Marina Beach. The house once served as...
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Sri Parthasarathy Temple, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
4 km from Fort St.George - See map
Parthasarathy temple which is built way back in 8th century is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple was constructed by Pallavas. The inscriptions...
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Marina Beach, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
4.1 km from Fort St.George - See map
Being the second largest beach in the world, Marina Beach is the most famous sightseeing in Chennai. It stretches along 13 km right from St.George...
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Government Museum, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
5.8 km from Fort St.George - See map
The Government Museum of Chennai is one of the oldest and largest in South Asia. Established in 1851, the museum is constructed over 16 acres of...
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San Thome Basilica, Tamil Nadu
6 km from Fort St.George - See map
San Thome Basilica or Santhome Cathedral is the standing example for the Portuguese invasion in the city during 16th century. As per historical...
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Sri Radha Krishna Temple, ISKCON Chennai, Tamil Nadu
6.3 km from Fort St.George - See map
Sri Radha Krishna Temple or ISKCON Temple of Chennai is dedicated to Lord Krishna and his consort Goddess Radha. The Chennai ISKCON temple also...
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Sri Ramakrishna Math, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
6.4 km from Fort St.George - See map
Sri Ramakrishna Math is situated in Mylapore of Chennai. Ramakrishna Mission was established in 18th century by a Bengal Saint Shri Ramakrishna....
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Mylapore, Tamil Nadu
6.7 km from Fort St.George - See map
Mylapore otherwise known as Thirumayilai is the oldest residential area in Chennai. As per historical fact, Mylapore is termed as birthplace of...
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Sri Kandaswamy Temple, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
6.8 km from Fort St.George - See map
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