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Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. This is an intoxicating city known for its music culture, local traditions and upbeat lifestyle. People of Chennai happily take pride in their local Tamil language, music and dance choices, passion for cinema, and finger-licking cuisine. The beaches, churches, skyscrapers, British monuments and big institutions located in this city are famous throughout the country.
 
Best Time to Visit
The heat, however, is a concern for people who are not from Chennai as the city experiences a harsh and humid climate. The ideal time to visit Chennai is in the winter months of November to February.
 
Places to Visit
The festivals are celebrated here with great pomp and show. Some of the popular festivals to witness are Jallikattu Festival and Pongal (the harvest festival). If you happen to be in Chennai, then do take time to visit some of the known attractions the city hosts. If you are looking for beach fun, then Marina Beach, Edward Elliot Beach and Breezy Beach are the beaches to go. Marina Beach gathers more crowd than the other two and is comparatively quieter. As a cautionary note, the beaches are not suitable for swimming. Pilgrimage places include Kapaleeswarar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, St. Mary’s Church, Big Mosque. If you are travelling along with kids, then you can visit Fort St. George, Arinjar Anna Zoological Park, Guindy National Park and The Birla Planetarium. The people of Chennai admire and host concerts (Arangetram) of Carnatic music and Bharatnatyam dance performances, and if you like the idea of witnessing the pure classical dance, then you should definitely search for concerts happening in the city before booking.
 
Hotels and Restaurants
Chennai is a heaven for food lovers with a variety of options from regional to fast foods such as Nethili Fry, Masala Dosa, Biryani, Atho, Pongal and Parotta. Filter Coffee rules the coffee culture here and you can find a variety of coffee houses. Annalakshmi Restaurant, Hotel Saravana Bhawan, Adyar Bhawan and Tuscana Pizzeria are some of the recommended dining places.

Chennai offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Chennai to Luxury Hotels in Chennai Resorts in Chennai, from 5 star Chennai hotels to service apartments, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Chennai to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Chennai, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Chennai for stay are near Chennai Airport, Guindy, Chennai Central, T Nagar and Anna Nagar. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.
 
Transportation
The metropolitan city of Chennai is well-connected to many international countries and major Indian cities via airways. The roadways and railways are also very well-maintained for travel purpose. To save time, air travel is considered as the most ideal Chennai International Airport (MAA) has non-stop flights from London, The Middle East, Mauritius, Bangkok, Sri Lanka and many other major cities. Apart from the international cities, many of the Indian cities are connected to Chennai via domestic airlines including Indigo and GoAir. The International flights operate from the Anna Terminal while the Kamraj Terminal is used for domestic flights. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online.
 
The railways and roadways are no less behind in providing convenience. The major train stations in the city are Chennai Central and Chennai Egmore. Chennai Egmore, on the other hand, also operates trains for the local areas of the city. If you are looking for travel via bus, then you can head to Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus (CMBT).  A number of inter-state Chennai buses can be availed from this terminus at any time of the day. But there are many buses that ply hourly for certain destinations. Modes of transportation to travel within the city include local trains, metro, buses, auto-rickshaws and private vehicles. 

Tropical heaven on the earth,  Maldives, is located in the Indian Ocean and comprises of roughly 1190 coral islands. Absolutely perfect for honeymoons and family vacations to escape from the mundane stress, Maldives proposes its tourists a lot of exciting things to do than just wandering beaches. Talk about beaches, Maldives has some of the best and paradisiacal beaches with powdery-white sand and bluest of the blue water. Nothing amazes more than its awe-inspiring beauty, a unique habitat of marine life with corals, manta rays and white sharks, water activities and clusters of luxury resorts. 
Best Time to Visit
The dry season from December to April is considered as the best time to visit the Maldives. Months from May to August receive heavy rainfall, so it is preferable to avoid planning in these months. Book luxury hotels in Maldives from Goibibo.
Places to Visit
If you are looking for island hopping, then Baros Island, Huvahendhoo Island, Male, Hulhumale, and Mudhdhoo Island are some of the best ones to visit. Couples looking for a romantic vacation  on the islands can ideally plan to visit Meeru Island, Emboodhu Island and COMO Cocoa Island with a handful of resorts. For family-friendly excursions, Fua Mulaku, National Museum, Grand Friday Mosque, Whale Submarine and Tsunami Monument are ideal. Underwater excursions can be done best at Maldive Victory, HP Reefs, Banana Reefs and Hanifaru Bay. Water temperature is usually warm in the Maldives and best for scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing. Male Local Market, Chaandhanee Magu, Nala Boutique and Orchid Magu are a few popular shopping destinations. 
Food and Restaurants
Dining is mostly inclusive in the bookings for tourists staying in the resorts. However, tourists looking for independent dining experiences can look for a number of restaurants and food stalls at Male. Pan Asian and exotic European cuisine are typically served in the high-end resorts of Maldives. Varieties of smoked and barbequed fish, crabs, prawns and other seafood dishes among South-Indian and Sri Lankan dishes are also available. The Seagull Cafe, Royal Garden Cafe, Maaniya Restaurant, Reethi Restaurant and Symphony are some of the recommended places to eat at. 
Transportation
Maldives is easily accessible to reach via air. Male International Airport is the main airport of the Maldives. The airport connects this beautiful island nation to many countries such as South-East Asia, Europe and the Middle East. A number of direct flights from Kochi and Chennai, and several connecting flights from New Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata and Mumbai connect to this island nation. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. With a simpler visa policy of free 30-day stay on arrival, Maldives is a sought-after holiday destination. Charter planes, seaplanes, boats and dhoni are available for travel within the Maldives, while speed boats and ferries are good for island hopping. Taxis are easily available in the cities of Addu and Male for visiting places of interest.