Neighbouring Chennai
Kanchipuram
Kanchipuram also known as Conjeevaram, is a city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu in the Tondaimandalam region, 72 km from Chennai – the capital of Tamil Nadu. Known as the City of Thousand Temples, Kanchipuram is known for its temple architectures, 1000-pillared halls, huge temple towers and silk sarees. Kanchipuram serves as one of the most important tourist destinations in India. Kanchipuram has become a centre of attraction to the foreign tourists as well. The city covers an area of 36.14 km² and an estimated population of more than 3,00,000 in 2021. It is the administrative headquarters of Kanchipuram District. Kanchipuram is well-connected by road and rail. Many popular temples like Meenakshi Amman temple and Brihadeeswara Temple are located in Tamil Nadu which displays ancient Hindu diversity and heritage.
Kanchipuram also known as Conjeevaram, is a city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu in the Tondaimandalam region, 72 km from Chennai – the capital of Tamil Nadu. Known as the City of Thousand Temples, Kanchipuram is known for its temple architectures, 1000-pillared halls, huge temple towers and silk sarees. Kanchipuram serves as one of the most important tourist destinations in India. Kanchipuram has become a centre of attraction to the foreign tourists as well. The city covers an area of 36.14 km² and an estimated population of more than 3,00,000 in 2021. It is the administrative headquarters of Kanchipuram District. Kanchipuram is well-connected by road and rail. Many popular temples like Meenakshi Amman temple and Brihadeeswara Temple are located in Tamil Nadu which displays ancient Hindu diversity and heritage.
Pondicherry
At a distance of 162 km south of Chennai on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal lies the French connection to India, Pondicherry now the name changed to Puducherry With its manicured boulevards juxtaposed with picturesque colonial heritage buildings, Pondicherry is a dream travel destination in India. Although there are many routes to Pondicherry, ECR, NH32 and NH48, the route from Chennai to Pondicherry along the East Coast Road (ECR) is the most popular one and the shortest route, covering endless stretches of unspoilt virgin beaches and backwaters along the coast of the Bay of Bengal. Taking the East Coast Road or State Highway 49 from Chennai to Pondicherry, you can explore everything including popular pit stops while being en route. Total distance to be covered is approximately 1750km which can take about 3.5 hours. Start your trip early in the morning so that you can catch the sunrise, experience the cold sea breeze while driving and reach Pondicherry by noon. The two-lane East Coast Road is never congested, allowing vehicles to drive freely and reach Pondicherry in just 3.5 hours.
At a distance of 162 km south of Chennai on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal lies the French connection to India, Pondicherry now the name changed to Puducherry With its manicured boulevards juxtaposed with picturesque colonial heritage buildings, Pondicherry is a dream travel destination in India. Although there are many routes to Pondicherry, ECR, NH32 and NH48, the route from Chennai to Pondicherry along the East Coast Road (ECR) is the most popular one and the shortest route, covering endless stretches of unspoilt virgin beaches and backwaters along the coast of the Bay of Bengal. Taking the East Coast Road or State Highway 49 from Chennai to Pondicherry, you can explore everything including popular pit stops while being en route. Total distance to be covered is approximately 1750km which can take about 3.5 hours. Start your trip early in the morning so that you can catch the sunrise, experience the cold sea breeze while driving and reach Pondicherry by noon. The two-lane East Coast Road is never congested, allowing vehicles to drive freely and reach Pondicherry in just 3.5 hours.
