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This urban beach in Chennai is a famous tourist spot. It is the longest beach in Asia. It has a serene vibe that pleases the tourists and compels them to sit here in the evening for many hours. You can also enjoy the scene at this beautiful beach with your friends and family while enjoying the local food from vendors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n It remains busy most of the time due to the vibrant air of this place. There are many statues here, which amplify this place\u2019s special charm. Lifeguards are also present here to ensure the safety of individuals because of strong water currents.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n It’s a perfect spot for rejuvenation to get a break from your busy lives. As a first-time visitor to Chennai, Marina Beach is a must-go.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 2<\/span>Visit St. George Fort<\/strong><\/p>\n Image Credit: https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.in\/<\/span><\/p>\n After the British invasion of India, the first fort and church they built was St. George\u2019s in 1644. This place has the oldest church in Asia, St. Mary\u2019s Church. People and tourists often visit this place to get a glimpse of British architecture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The main Fort Museum is home to numerous artworks and articles from British rule but cameras are strictly prohibited in the zone. You may need 2 to 3 hours to visit this historical building with a keen eye. As a first-timer in Chennai, this can be a perfect spot to dive deeper into Chennai’s development. It\u2019s just a few kilometres from the central railway station and you can easily find many delicious food items nearby.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n For a perfect tour at St. George’s, you can hire a guide. This way, you can get to know the hidden facts about every hook and corner of this famous British monument.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 3<\/span>Take blessings at the Kapaleeshwar Temple<\/strong><\/p>\n This is one of the oldest temples in India, with thousands of devotees visiting here daily to gather Lord Shiva’s blessings. It shows an amalgamation of the Drawidian and Vijayanagar artworks. Kapileshwar temple’s architecture is a testimony to the rich mythological history of Hinduism.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Shivratri and the spring festival are celebrated with great glory and show. The best part about this enormous and sacred place is its location, as it is situated in the heart of Chennai, Mylapore. It is believed that the holy temple was destroyed by the Portuguese much before the Britishers cast their eye on it. But it was rebuilt during the period of the Vijaynagar Kingdom.<\/span><\/p>\n If you are somebody who loves to explore the serenity and positive energy of temples, Kapaleshwar Temple is a must-go for you. Make sure that you wear clothes covering your entire body as per the temple\u2019s rules.<\/span><\/p>\n 4<\/span>Shopping at Pondy Bazaar<\/strong><\/p>\n For a mesmerising shopping experience in Chennai, you cannot miss Pondy Bazaar in T. Nagar. This market has shops for almost everything, be it jewellery, clothes, decorations, footwear, books, and whatnot. Pick a sufficient amount of cash and head over to this busy market for a different shopping venture.<\/span><\/p>\n If you are somebody who has the inbuilt talent for bargaining with local vendors successfully to avail of high discounts, this is the perfect spot to show your talent. Apart from these miniature shops, you can find cool branded stores too. From Nike to Levi’s, Pondy Bazaar welcomes visitors with open arms. Many food outlets and local street food items are also available here. They provide an even better shopping experience to the customers with some of the best food items in Chennai.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n After strolling from one shop to another, wouldn’t you like to get a taste of a refreshing drink to quench your thirst? If yes, several juice points are also present here.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 5<\/span>Taste refreshing Jigarthanda Drink <\/strong><\/p>\n Image Credit: https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.in\/<\/span><\/p>\n Jigarthanda is a refreshing drink locally from Chennai. It usually contains three basic ingredients: milk (preferably cold), almond gum, and nannari syrup. As per your palate, you can choose sugar and vanilla ice cream too.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This cold beverage is rich in taste and has a smooth blend of several sweet flavours. The frothy and creamy texture of the combination of milk and ice cream provides a heavenly taste. Some studies have mentioned that this ice cream drink is good for digestion and keeps the body cool during the summer season.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n It’s one of the best non-alcoholic beverages in Chennai and leaves you craving more. Many local vendors use basil seeds, nuts, and other such items to increase the richness of this drink.<\/span><\/p>\n 6<\/span>Taste delicious food at Mylapore<\/p>\n Mylapore is the traditional hub of Chennai. It’s home to several historical temples and is often called the heart of the city. It’s also a region where you can taste mouth-watering and the best local dishes in Chennai.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Ratna Cafe is one of the most popular places to eat delicious idlis and vadas with coconut sauce (nariyal chutney) and warm sambhar. Vadas are found in a variety of concepts, like Medhu Vada and Curd Vada. In addition, dosa is another yummy food item on the cafe’s menu. 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