{"id":18146,"date":"2018-06-29T20:36:05","date_gmt":"2018-06-29T15:06:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/?p=18146"},"modified":"2025-06-02T17:11:14","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T11:41:14","slug":"monuments-in-chennai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/monuments-in-chennai\/","title":{"rendered":"17 Must see Monuments In Chennai"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Chennai is an ancient metropolis dating back 400 years. One can find history, heritage, art and architecture everywhere. Beautiful buildings with walls soaked in history, temples, churches and structures, all monuments to a varied and beautiful heritage. Here are the <strong>monuments in Chennai<\/strong> that are most loved and a must-see for anyone who visits the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Monuments in Chennai <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. St. George\u2019s Fort<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19780\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Home-to-the-Legislative-Council-Chambers.jpg\" alt=\"Home to the Legislative Council Chambers\" class=\"wp-image-19780\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Home-to-the-Legislative-Council-Chambers.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Home-to-the-Legislative-Council-Chambers-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Home-to-the-Legislative-Council-Chambers-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Home-to-the-Legislative-Council-Chambers-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Home-to-the-Legislative-Council-Chambers-740x1110.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Home to the Legislative Council Chambers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Built on the banks of the Bay of Bengal, St. George\u2019s Fort was an important trading post for the East India Company during the British Raj.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is still important today, being the seat of The Government of Tamil Nadu and home to the Legislative Council Chambers. The fort is a beautiful example of military architecture and history, dating back as far as 1644.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Rajaji Salai road<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 9 am to 5 pm (Friday closed)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"visual_element\" id=\"hotels_visual\"><div id=\"hotel_city\">Book Budget Hotels in Chennai<\/div><div class=\"visual_element_hotel owl-carousel\"><div class=\"hotel_card_div\"><div class=\"hotel_img_container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cs-images.treebo.com\/Treebo_Samhaar_Residency\/MAPLE\/Maple_5_.JPG?w=275&h=163&fit=crop&fm=pjpg&auto=compress\" alt=\"Treebo Samhaar Residency Thoraipakkam\"><div class=\"text-block\"><div class=\"tag-text tag-left\">Free Breakfast<\/div><div class=\"tag-text tag-right\">Couple Friendly<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"hotel_info\"><div class=\"treebo_rating\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/visual-element\/assets\/images\/3-star.svg\" class=\"treebo-rate-star three_star\" alt=\"treebo_rating\"><\/div><div class=\"hotels_name\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/hotels-in-chennai\/treebo-samhaar-residency-thoraipakkam-thoraipakkam-2398\/?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=monuments-in-chennai_hotel_listing_widget\" class=\"hotel-name-link\">Treebo Samhaar Residency Thoraipakkam<\/a><\/p><\/div><div class=\"trip-advisor\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/img\/cdsi\/img2\/ratings\/traveler\/5.0-43523-5.svg\" class=\"tripadvisor_rating\" alt=\"tripadvisor_rating\"><\/div><div class=\"price_rate\"><p>Starting at just &#8377; 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Freemasons Hall<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19781\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/A-look-inside-the-exclusive-\u2018secret\u2019-society\u2019s-lodge.jpg\" alt=\"A look inside the exclusive \u2018secret\u2019 society\u2019s lodge\" class=\"wp-image-19781\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/A-look-inside-the-exclusive-\u2018secret\u2019-society\u2019s-lodge.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/A-look-inside-the-exclusive-\u2018secret\u2019-society\u2019s-lodge-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/A-look-inside-the-exclusive-\u2018secret\u2019-society\u2019s-lodge-768x454.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/A-look-inside-the-exclusive-\u2018secret\u2019-society\u2019s-lodge-740x438.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>A look inside the exclusive \u2018secret\u2019 society\u2019s lodge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A different sort of cultural legacy, The Freemasons Hall, built in 1923, is a pleasing example of Greek architecture, with building material sources from all over the world, like the sholingur stones that build the impressive staircase and Italian tiles that floor the verandahs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Considered one of Tamil Nadu\u2019s finest buildings and easily accessible, this is building provides an interesting look for the public into the exclusive world of freemasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Ethiraj Salai<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 9 am to 6 pm (Monday to Friday), 9 am to 6 pm (weekends, public holidays)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/historical-places-in-chennai\/\">Historical Places in Chennai<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Kapaleeshwar Temple<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19782\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Temple-dedicated-to-Shiva-Kapaleshwar-Lord-of-the-Skulls.jpg\" alt=\"Temple dedicated to Shiva Kapaleshwar, Lord of the Skulls\" class=\"wp-image-19782\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Temple-dedicated-to-Shiva-Kapaleshwar-Lord-of-the-Skulls.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Temple-dedicated-to-Shiva-Kapaleshwar-Lord-of-the-Skulls-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Temple-dedicated-to-Shiva-Kapaleshwar-Lord-of-the-Skulls-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Temple-dedicated-to-Shiva-Kapaleshwar-Lord-of-the-Skulls-740x493.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Temple dedicated to Shiva Kapaleshwar, Lord of the Skulls<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in the 7th century CE by the Pallavas, the original Kapaleshwar Temple was destroyed by the Portuguese and Santhome Church was built in its place. Tamil Nadu\u2019s present and ever popular Kapaleeshwar Temple was then built by the Vijayanagar dynasty and this temple to Shiva still stands in all its spectacular beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Mylapore<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 6 am to 1 pm, 4 pm to 8 pm<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-kapaleeswar-temple-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guest House near Kapaleeswar Temple Chennai<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> 4. Valluvar Kottam Monument<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19783\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/See-beautiful-bas-relief-carvings-at-the-Valluvar-Kottam-Monument.jpg\" alt=\"See beautiful bas relief carvings at the Valluvar Kottam Monument\" class=\"wp-image-19783\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/See-beautiful-bas-relief-carvings-at-the-Valluvar-Kottam-Monument.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/See-beautiful-bas-relief-carvings-at-the-Valluvar-Kottam-Monument-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/See-beautiful-bas-relief-carvings-at-the-Valluvar-Kottam-Monument-768x499.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/See-beautiful-bas-relief-carvings-at-the-Valluvar-Kottam-Monument-740x481.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>See beautiful bas relief carvings at the Valluvar Kottam Monument<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A relatively new monument, Valluvar Kottam was built in 1976 in tribute to the great classical Tamil poet and saint Thiruvalluvar, author of the Thirukkural. Built mainly of stone, the 133 chapters of the poet\u2019s work Thirukkural have been inscribed in the front hall corridor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The monument, built in the shape of a temple chariot also houses one of Asia\u2019s largest auditoriums, with seating capacity of approximately 4000 people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Nungambakkam<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 8 am to 6 pm (Friday and public holidays closed)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Check : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-chennai\/\">Places to Visit in Chennai<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> 5. Madras War Cemetery<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19785\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Madras-War-Cemetery.jpg\" alt=\"Call ahead to pay your respects\" class=\"wp-image-19785\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Madras-War-Cemetery.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Madras-War-Cemetery-300x94.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Madras-War-Cemetery-768x240.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Madras-War-Cemetery-740x231.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Call ahead to pay your respects<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in memoriam of the men and women who lost their lives fighting in World War II, the Madras War Cemetery is home to almost 900 commonwealth burials with people from Great Britain, Canada, Australia, Africa and India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This garden to history, though somber, is also beautiful and peaceful. The cemetery is a restricted area and will require permission to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Nandambakkam<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 8 am to 6 pm (Sundays and public holidays closed)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> 6. Armenian Church<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19786\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Armenian-Church.jpg\" alt=\" Hear the bells ring on Sunday morning\" class=\"wp-image-19786\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Armenian-Church.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Armenian-Church-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Armenian-Church-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Armenian-Church-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Hear the bells ring on Sunday morning<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Built on the bones of the Armenian cemetery in 1772, the church, once an active parish is now a protected heritage site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the architecture and history of the church is interesting, what really is spectacular is its magnificent belfry with its six humungous bells each weighing in at around 150 kilograms and at sizes ranging between 21 to 26 inches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Armenian Street<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 9 am to 2.30 pm (Sundays and public holidays closed)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-st-thomas-mount-metro-station-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guest House near St Thomas Mount Metro Station Chennai<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> 7. Viswaroopa Adhivyadhihara Sri Bhaktha Anjaneyaswami Temple<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19787\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Viswaroopa-Adhivyadhihara-Sri-Bhaktha-Anjaneyaswami-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"Pray for good health here\" class=\"wp-image-19787\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Viswaroopa-Adhivyadhihara-Sri-Bhaktha-Anjaneyaswami-Temple.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Viswaroopa-Adhivyadhihara-Sri-Bhaktha-Anjaneyaswami-Temple-390x220.jpg 390w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Viswaroopa-Adhivyadhihara-Sri-Bhaktha-Anjaneyaswami-Temple-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Viswaroopa-Adhivyadhihara-Sri-Bhaktha-Anjaneyaswami-Temple-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Viswaroopa-Adhivyadhihara-Sri-Bhaktha-Anjaneyaswami-Temple-740x416.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Pray for good health here<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The massive, 32 foot statue of Sri Anjaneyar is this temple\u2019s primary focus and believers talk of its healing powers. Carved entirely from a single rock, miraculous or not, the idol is awe inspiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Popular all year round, the temple really blooms on the festivals of Hanuman Jayanti and Ram Navmi with believers and tourist thronging the temple in the thousands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Nanganallur<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 5 am to 12 pm, 4:30 pm to 9 pm<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-chennai-with-friends\/\">Places to Visit in Chennai With Friends<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-murugan-temple-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guest House near Murugan Temple Chennai<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> 8. Annai Velankanni Church<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19788\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"974\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Annai-Velankanni-Church.jpg\" alt=\"Annai Velankanni Church\" class=\"wp-image-19788\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Annai-Velankanni-Church.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Annai-Velankanni-Church-246x300.jpg 246w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Annai-Velankanni-Church-768x935.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Annai-Velankanni-Church-740x901.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Annai Velankanni Church<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Built close to the site of the apparent Marian apparition and consequent miracle for a little Indian boy, Annai Velankanni is one of India\u2019s famous religious destinations, and it is not just Christians who flock here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in 1972, the church is worth the visit just for its glorious architectural beauty and iconography as art, if not for a quiet prayer for healing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Elliots Beach<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 5 am to 9 pm<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> 9. Ripon Building<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19789\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Ripon-Building.jpg\" alt=\" The seat of the Chennai Corporation\" class=\"wp-image-19789\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Ripon-Building.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Ripon-Building-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Ripon-Building-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Ripon-Building-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>The seat of the Chennai Corporation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This stunning building, built in 1913, is the official seat of the Chennai Corporation. A vision in white, it is painted this colour in the Indo-Saracenic tradition popular with British architects of that era.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Named after Lord Ripon, the erstwhile Governor General of British India, the buildings clock tower stands 43 meters high and its Westminster Chiming Clock measures 2.5 meters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Sydenhams Road, Periamet<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 10 am to 6 pm (weekends closed)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/3-star-hotels-near-egmore-railway-station-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3 Star Hotels near Egmore Railway Station Chennai<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. <strong>Tirupati Devasthanam Balaji<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19790\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Tirumala-Tirupati-Devasthanam-1.jpg\" alt=\" Join devotees seeking darshan daily\" class=\"wp-image-19790\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Tirumala-Tirupati-Devasthanam-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Tirumala-Tirupati-Devasthanam-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Tirumala-Tirupati-Devasthanam-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Tirumala-Tirupati-Devasthanam-1-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Join devotees seeking darshan daily<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of South India\u2019s most famous temples with devotees coming by the thousands seeking darshan from the resident deity Lord Balaji, the Tirupati Devasthanam Balaji is a wonderful example of grandeur and splendor that the devout dedicate to their favorite idols.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other idols represented here are Lord Ranganatha, Sri Devi, Bhumi Devi and Brahma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Sriperumbudur, Near Bus Stand<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 10 am to 6 pm<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also Check : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/weekend-getaways-from-chennai\/\">Weekend Getaways from Chennai<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> 11. Prakasam Salai<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19791\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"531\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Prakasam-Salai.jpg\" alt=\"Lots of shrines to see\" class=\"wp-image-19791\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Prakasam-Salai.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Prakasam-Salai-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Prakasam-Salai-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Prakasam-Salai-740x491.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Lots of shrines to see<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This flourishing tourist spot, Prakasam Salai is an architectural landmark. Built in 1795, it is easily distinguishable with its gorgeous red-brick structure. A treat for both history and architectural design fans, it also is famous for its archaeological points of interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Within the building you will find a collection of shrines like Kandaswamy Koil, Wesleyan Chapel and Tucker\u2019s Church. Close to the railway station, it is easy to access and worth a visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Opposite Parry\u2019s Corner<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 10 am to 6 pm<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> 12. Madras High Court<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19792\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Madras-High-Court-1.jpg\" alt=\"One of Chennai, India and Asia\u2019s most beautiful judicial complex\" class=\"wp-image-19792\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Madras-High-Court-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Madras-High-Court-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Madras-High-Court-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Madras-High-Court-1-740x493.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>One of Chennai, India and Asia\u2019s most beautiful judicial complex<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A major landmark, this judicial complex is the second largest in the entire world. Founded in the year 1862, this 19th century Victorian High Court is designed in the Indo-Saracenic style by the famous architect Henry Irwin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The building is a testament to the man\u2019s genius. The beautiful domes, corridors, ceilings and stained glass doors are a unlike any you will find in India\u2019s courts and a must visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Parrys, George Town<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 10:30 am to 2:30 pm (Sundays and public holidays closed)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> 13. Anna Memorial<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19793\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Anna-Memorial.jpg\" alt=\"Monument to two great Dravidians set in a lovely park\" class=\"wp-image-19793\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Anna-Memorial.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Anna-Memorial-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Anna-Memorial-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Anna-Memorial-740x493.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Monument to two great Dravidians set in a lovely park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Built as a monument to the beloved Dravidian leader Aringar Annadurai and also the former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, C.N. Annadurai, the Anna Memorial is set within a beautifully-manicured green park area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the monument is central to the memorial, the 510 hectare area also has a museum, safari park, animal house and aquarium and makes for a lovely day out for the whole family. A truly lovely place to spend some time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Marina Beach, Chennai<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: Open 24 hours<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Please Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/beaches-in-chennai\/\">Beaches in Chennai <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;14. <strong>Doveton House<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19794\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Doveton-House.jpg\" alt=\" Beautiful architecture and park\" class=\"wp-image-19794\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Doveton-House.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Doveton-House-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Doveton-House-768x346.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Doveton-House-740x333.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Beautiful architecture and park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in the classic European style in 1798 by famous architect Benjamin Roebeck, Doveton House was named after Lt. General John Doveton and was once a lodging place for British officers as well as a prison.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today it is the administrative office for the Women\u2019s Christian College and Education Centre and is set in a 20 acre park area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Nungambakkam, Chennai<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 7 am to 7 pm<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/3-star-hotels-near-consulate-of-canada-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3 Star Hotels near Consulate Of Canada Chennai | <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/hotels-near-consulate-general-of-malaysia-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hotels near Consulate General Of Malaysia Chennai<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> 15. Thousand Lights Mosque<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19795\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Thousand-Lights-Mosque.jpg\" alt=\"Admire the splendor of one of India\u2019s largest Mosques \" class=\"wp-image-19795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Thousand-Lights-Mosque.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Thousand-Lights-Mosque-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Thousand-Lights-Mosque-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Thousand-Lights-Mosque-740x494.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Admire the splendor of one of India\u2019s largest Mosques<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Spread over three acres, this mosque is one of the largest in the whole of India and is a national treasure. Built in 1810, it is said that a thousand lights needed to be lit to light the assembly hall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in medieval architectural style with domes and minarets that grow to heights of 64 meters, the Thousand Lights Mosque is an important pilgrimage site for Muslims. For the rest of its visitors, it is simply a joy enough to soak in the marvelous history and beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Nungambakkam<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 5.30 am to 8.30 pm<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> 16. HigginBothams<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19797\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/HigginBothams.jpg\" alt=\"Books, stationery and a walk through India\u2019s first documented bookstore\" class=\"wp-image-19797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/HigginBothams.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/HigginBothams-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/HigginBothams-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/HigginBothams-740x494.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Books, stationery and a walk through India\u2019s first documented bookstore<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This sprawling bookshop is touted as India\u2019s first ever and is considered a monument albeit of a different kind. Housed in the heritage Majestic Building, the bookshop opened its doors in 1874.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A monument of a different kind, today it is a bibliophile\u2019s paradise and besides the wonderful and extensive books, the building itself is steeped with history. A must visit for book lovers and lovers of history alike! It is a treasure trove and a much beloved space for many a local.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Mount Road<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 9 am to 8.30 pm<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/service-apartments-near-ma-chidambaram-stadium-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Service Apartments near Ma Chidambaram Stadium Chennai<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> 17. Karl Schmidt Memorial<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-19800\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/static-blog.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Karl-Schmidt-Memorial.jpg\" alt=\"Memento to noble deeds\" class=\"wp-image-19800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Karl-Schmidt-Memorial.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Karl-Schmidt-Memorial-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Karl-Schmidt-Memorial-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Karl-Schmidt-Memorial-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Memento to noble deeds<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The only heritage monument standing on Elliot\u2019s Beach is the Karl Schmidt Memorial, dedicated to the man who drowned in the gallant and noble act of saving the lives of others, namely a young English girl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Historians note that while Schmidt drowned, the girl was saved and, like his life meant nothing, she had attended apart the next night. The governor, angered by this callousness, then had the memorial built to honor the noble deed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Elliot\u2019s Beach<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 24 hours (best avoided late at night)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Book Treebo <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/hotels-in-chennai\/\">hotels in Chennai<\/a> and get 100% guaranteed quality stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Checkout the treebo hotels in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/3-star-hotels-near-madras-medical-college-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3 Star Hotels near Madras Medical College,<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-periamet-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guest House near Periamet Chennai,<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/service-apartments-near-ashok-nagar-metro-station-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Service Apartments near Ashok Nagar Metro Station Chennai<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-periamet-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">,<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-in-manapakkam-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guest House in Manapakkam Chennai<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-periamet-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">,<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/hotels-near-rmz-millenia-business-park-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hotels near Rmz Millenia Business Park Chennai<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-periamet-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">,<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/3-star-hotels-near-singapore-embassy-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3 Star Hotels near Singapore Embassy Chennai<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-periamet-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">,<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-chetpet-railway-station-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guest House near Chetpet Railway Station Chennai<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-periamet-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">,<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-hindustan-institute-of-maritime-training-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guest House near Hindustan Institute Of Maritime Training Chennai<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-periamet-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">,<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/hotels-near-chepauk-stadium-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hotels near Chepauk Stadium Chennai<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-periamet-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">,<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/3-star-hotels-near-dlf-it-park-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3 Star Hotels near Dlf It Park Chennai,<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/service-apartments-near-billroth-hospital-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Service Apartments near Billroth Hospital Chennai,<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/guest-house-near-consulate-of-japan-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guest House near Consulate Of Japan Chennai.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chennai is an ancient metropolis dating back 400 years. One can find history, heritage, art and architecture everywhere. Beautiful buildings with walls soaked in history, temples, churches and structures, all monuments to a varied and beautiful heritage. Here are the monuments in Chennai that are most loved and a must-see for anyone who visits the &hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":27,"featured_media":19804,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[22843],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-18146","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-chennai"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>17 Must see Monuments In Chennai - Treebo Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Chennai is an ancient metropolis dating back 400 years. One can find history, heritage, art and architecture everywhere. 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