Chennai Historical + Peaceful pictures

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With grand columns, elaborate stained-glass windows and elegant décor, this tranquil 19th-century church is one of Chennai’s many striking colonial landmarks.

Admire stunning neo-Gothic architecture, discover artifacts relating to the apostle St. Thomas and wander the streets of a Portuguese-influenced neighborhood.

Marvel at the ancient architecture, stunning stonework and carvings of Hindu deities at this historic monolithic pink granite temple.

Marvel at the Dravidian architecture of this centuries-old temple, spot intricately carved figurines, watch devotees pray and experience a lively Hindu festival.

Marvel at the Dravidian architecture of this centuries-old temple, spot intricately carved figurines, watch devotees pray and experience a lively Hindu festival.

Marvel at the ancient architecture, stunning stonework and carvings of Hindu deities at this historic monolithic pink granite temple.

Marvel at the Dravidian architecture of this centuries-old temple, spot intricately carved figurines, watch devotees pray and experience a lively Hindu festival.

Marvel at the ancient architecture, stunning stonework and carvings of Hindu deities at this historic monolithic pink granite temple.

Admire stunning neo-Gothic architecture, discover artifacts relating to the apostle St. Thomas and wander the streets of a Portuguese-influenced neighborhood.

Photograph the bird’s-eye views from the top of this watch tower, which stands next to a lighthouse that’s more than 1,000 years old.

Admire stunning neo-Gothic architecture, discover artifacts relating to the apostle St. Thomas and wander the streets of a Portuguese-influenced neighborhood.

Admire stunning neo-Gothic architecture, discover artifacts relating to the apostle St. Thomas and wander the streets of a Portuguese-influenced neighborhood.

Admire stunning neo-Gothic architecture, discover artifacts relating to the apostle St. Thomas and wander the streets of a Portuguese-influenced neighborhood.

Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram\'s central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.

Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram\'s central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.