Mylapore , Chennai
About Mylapore
Mylapore otherwise known as Thirumayilai is the oldest residential area in Chennai. As per historical fact, Mylapore is termed as birthplace of great Tamil poet and saint “Thiruvalluvar”, who authored the globally acclaimed “Thirukural” scripts. Mylapore is renowned for many interesting spots like lush green tree lined avenues, 7th century Kapaleeswarar Temple, Santhome Church, Music and Cultural Sabhas (Academy), residential buildings of 19th century architectural style, Ramakrishna Math etc.
Here we can come across huge population of Smartha Brahmins, a subsect of Brahmin, who first settled in this region. One should all taste lip smacking Brahmin cuisines and filter coffee available in many tiny eateries called “Mess” in and around Mylapore area.
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Places to Visit near Mylapore
Kapaleeshwar Temple, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
0.1 km from Mylapore - See map
The oldest and most sacred religious spot in Chennai is none other than the Kapaleeshwar Temple. It is a 7thc century, popular Dravidian temple...
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San Thome Basilica, Tamil Nadu
1.1 km from Mylapore - 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 Ramakrishna Math, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
1.1 km from Mylapore - 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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Vivekananda House, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2.9 km from Mylapore - 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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Marina Beach, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
3.1 km from Mylapore - 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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Sri Parthasarathy Temple, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
3.2 km from Mylapore - 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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Sri Radha Krishna Temple, ISKCON Chennai, Tamil Nadu
3.7 km from Mylapore - 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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Semmozhi Poonga, Tamil Nadu
4.8 km from Mylapore - See map
Semmozhi Poonga which literally means classical language park is a botanical garden located in the center of the Chennai city. The botanical...
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Valluvar Kottam, Tamil Nadu
5.1 km from Mylapore - See map
Valluvar Kottam, a historical Monument, was built to honor the famous Tamil poet, saint, philosopher named “Thiruvalluvar” who wrote the world...
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Anna Centenary Library, Tamil Nadu
5.1 km from Mylapore - See map
Anna Centenary Library is the largest of its kind in Asia. Sprawling across 8 acres of land, the library was named after former chief minister of...
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The Theosophical Society, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
5.5 km from Mylapore - See map
Theosophical Society Adyar, Chennai founded in 1875 is an eco spot in Chennai which lies on the south bank of Adyar river. Huddleston Gardens is...
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Victory War Memorial, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
5.8 km from Mylapore - See map
Victory War Memorial was originally built to honor the soldiers who sacrificed their life during World War I and was known as 'Cupid's bow'....
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