Chennai is a journey into timeless India, a kaleidoscope of moods and rich in the treasures of history. Retaining much of its traditional charm, this 350-year-old city is the Gateway to the south and the Cultural Capital of India, providing many a fascinating vignette of southern heritage.
Chennai, the Detroit of South Asia, is one of the four largest metropolitan cities of India and the third largest economy in India, contributing 11 percent of India’s GDP. It is served by a international airport and a bustling seaport. Air, rail and bus connections are frequent, taxi hire is easy and banks and telecommunications readily accessible.
Chennai outscores other cities in overall ambience, cost of living and quality of life. In recent years, along with Bangalore and Hyderabad, the Chennai city has emerged as an important hub of software development in India.
There is no dearth of entertainment in Chennai, with numerous swanky malls and multiplexes, bowling alleys, nightclubs and other leisure hubs spread right across the city. Compared to the other major metros of India, the city is far less congested and polluted. |
