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other malls in chennai

Asked by kolam meena in Chennai at 2:45 PM on November 10, 2008

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Other Malls
Alsa Mall
Cisons Complex
Fountain Plaza
Prince Plaza
Century Plaza
Wellington Plaza
Landmark

Answered at 2:47 PM on November 10, 2008

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for new comers tell about best chennai accomadation?

Asked by kolam meena in Chennai at 1:51 PM on November 10, 2008

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Chennai is a metropolitan city, with hundreds of people seeking shelter within its boundaries everyday. For tourists, there is no dearth of accommodation in the city. There are a host options such as hotels, lodges, guest houses etc, for a comfortable stay in the Madras. The options available to you vary in different aspects, primarily in their affordability. The city houses plush five star hotels as well as regular hotels, for the convenience of the visitors belonging to different economic groups of the society. Thus, you can choose according to your need and pocket. Some of the affluent as well as cheap hotels are listed below.

Luxury Hotels

Le Royal Meridien
It is a five star deluxe hotel which boasts of the largest pillar-less ballroom in Chennai, with a capacity of 1200 people. It also has a Multicuisine Restaurant, an Indian restaurant, a Seafood Restaurant, a Bar and a Night Club, Spirit. Not far away from the airport, it has a large parking area and landscaped gardens.

Radisson GRT Hotel
It is a yet another hotel which completely sweeps off your feet. It has a Garden Café, with a live band playing in the evening, a Golden Kebab Factory, an English Polo Club Ambience in Dinning Room and Round-the-Clock Tea Lounge.

Taj Connemara Hotel
It is the premier five star hotel of Chennai, located at a distance of just 20 minutes from the airport. It is the ideal choice for a business traveler, with a plush décor and colonial architectural style suites. Besides, it has Chettinad Restaurant, 24 hour Coffee Shop, a Classy Bar and a Fitness Center.

Taj Coromandel
This hotel is ideal for business purposes, as it caters to all the conference/banquet needs. It also has the widest culinary range and the finest restaurants.

Welcome Group Chola Sheraton
It is the international standard hotel with a Multi-cuisine Restaurant, Café, Barbeque, Bar, Sports Café and an exclusive Night Club. It also has facilities for Video Conferences and Banquets.

Budget/Cheap Hotels
Hotel Mars
Ahoka
Abu Palace
Ambika Empire
Days Inn Shan
Ganga International
King's Park
Liberty Park
Mgm Grand
Nest international
President
Quality Inn Mgm
Regent
The Residency
Windsor Park
Lodges
Bava Lodge (E. V. R Periyar High Road)
Bethel Lodge ( Wallajah Road)
Bhagyam Lodge ( Sunkurama Chetty St)
Club India Resorts Pvt Ltd (Ceebros Centre)
Dayal De Lodge (Pantheon Road)
Golden Sum Beach Resort (Caravaneeswarar Kest)
Hotel Jayanth Lodge (Thatha Muthiappan Street)
Jothi Lodge (Anna Salai)
K. R. P. Mansion (Anna Salai)
Lakshmi Mohan Lodge (Egmore)
Nathan`s House - Lodge (T. Nagar)

Answered at 2:22 PM on November 10, 2008

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tell me about foregin embassy in chennai

Asked by kolam meena in Chennai at 1:55 PM on November 10, 2008

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Chennai is one of the four major metropolitan cities of India. Therefore, a number of foreign embassies and consulates are situated here. These embassies and consulates take care of different issues and have a set of duties to carry out. Some of the major functions of these deputations include issuing Visa, conducting language test and exams, maintaining cordial relations with other countries, promoting co operation between countries, enhancing trade and culture practices, protecting their citizens in other countries, etc. So, just in case you face any problem during your stay in Madras, you can always contact the embassy or consulate of your country for help. Given below is the list of various foreign embassies and consulates in Chennai.

Embassies and Consulates
Belgium (Nungambakkam)
Denmark (Gopalapuram)
Finland (Anna Salai)
Germany (Egmore)
Hungary (Parrys)
Iceland (Nungambakkam)
Indonesia (Guindy Indl.Estate)
Italy (Parrys)
Japan (Teynampet)
Korean (Greams Road)
Malaysia (Teynampet)
Mauritius (Nungambakkam)
Norway (Parrys)
Philippines (Guindy Indl.Estate)
Russia (Mylapore)
Singapore (T.Nagar)
Spain (Santhome)
Srilanka (Teynampet)
Sweden (Gopalapuram)
Switzerland (Alwarpet)
United Kingdom (Anna Salai)
United States Of America (Anna Salai)
Chile (R A Puram)
Czech (T. Nagar)
Greece (Chetpet HO)
Netherlands (Parrys)
Newzealand (Gopalapuram)
Serbio & Mondenegro (Nandanam)
Turkemenistan (T. Nagar)
Turkey (Parrys)

Answered at 2:18 PM on November 10, 2008

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best time to visit chenai ?

Asked by kolam meena in Chennai at 1:53 PM on November 10, 2008

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Chennai is situated on the south east coast of India and lies in the tropical zone of climate. As a result, it mostly experiences hot and humid weather. However, it receives ample rainfall and therefore has a pleasant climate throughout the year. The best time to visit Madras city is from November to February i.e. during the winter months. During this time, the weather is very enjoyable for the tourists as well as the residents. It even receives rain during the winters, which is very pleasurable for a trip.

So, it is advised you to carry an umbrella handy. Moreover, the cool breeze from the sea provides respite from the otherwise warm weather. The temperature during the peak season never falls below 20 deg C, so there is not much requirement of heavy woolen clothes. Therefore, the ideal time to visit Madras is during the winter months, giving you ample opportunity to enjoy the place wholly. So, come and explore the city at its best amidst the cool and pleasurable weather of winter season.

Answered at 2:20 PM on November 10, 2008

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tell me about chennai airport

Asked by kolam meena in Chennai at 1:52 PM on November 10, 2008

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Chennai International Airport is situated at a distance of 7 km towards the south of the city. It is the third largest international and busiest airport in the country, after Delhi and Mumbai. The airport claims the distinction of being one of the first airports in India. The initial terminal was built at Meenambakkam, due to which it was known as the Meenambakkam Airport. The new terminal has been built at Pallavaram, which caters to the passenger traffic.

The old terminal is now used for cargo operations by the Indian company, Blue Dart. The passenger terminal complex at Pallavaram consists of two terminals, one of which is domestic, while the other is international. Both the terminals are connected via a link building, which has administrative offices as well as a restaurant. The domestic terminal is known as Kamaraj Terminal while the international is known as Anna Terminal.

Madras International Airport has flights running to all the major cities of the country. Also, it connects Chennai with the major cities and countries of the world via a strong air network. The airport is looked after by the Airports Authority of India. There are a number of facilities offered by the airports authority for the convenience of the passengers. Almost all these facilities have been mention in the information provided below.
Free Telephone in security hold area
Special Assistance for physically handicapped passengers.
Reserved parking, rest places, PCOs, Toilets, etc
Reserved lounge / Executive lounge
AAI (IAD) assistance counter
Pre-paid taxi & car rental counter at Kamaraj Domestic Terminal and Anna International Terminal
Infant lobby
Free medical facility
Free passengers trolleys
Retiring rooms & dormitory accommodation for transit passengers
Health scan facility at Kamaraj Domestic Terminal
Auto vending machines for snacks, newspapers, magazines, etc
Restaurant for passengers & visitors
Entertainment televisions
STD/ISD facilities on city side area and terminal
Vending machines for tea / coffee and cold drinks in city side and terminal
Airport declared as "No Smoking Zone"
ICICI/Indian Bank ATM counters at Kamaraj Domestic Terminal
Foreign exchange counters at departure/arrival/city side
Communication centre for Internet browsing, Email, Video Phone, Conference, etc
Video/Phone/Conference facility
Duty free shop
Gift shop, travelers requisite shop, book stall, etc
AMBU-Lift facility
Tourist Information Counter - Government of India
Railway reservation counter
City coach centre

Answered at 2:22 PM on November 10, 2008

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give me a quick view on chennai flights ?

Asked by kolam meena in Chennai at 1:54 PM on November 10, 2008

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Chennai International Airport is the third largest airport in India and handles a huge passenger crowd every day. The passenger terminal complex mainly houses two terminals. One is the domestic terminal, which is known as the Kamaraj Domestic Terminal. It caters to the traffic from different parts of the country. The international terminal is known as Anna International Terminal and it looks after the traffic from the various parts of the world. There are a number of cheap flights operating from both the terminals. Even for the tourists coming from abroad, there are a number of airlines connecting them to the Madras Airport. Given below is the list of various airlines operating from domestic and international terminals of Chennai International Airport.

Domestic Airlines
Air Deccan
Alliance Air
Go Air
Indian
IndiGo Airlines
Jet Airways
JetLite
Kingfisher Airlines
Paramount Airways
SpiceJet
Jagson Airlines
International Airlines
Air Arabia
Air France
Air India
Air India Express
Air Mauritius
British Airways
Emirates
Gulf Air
Indian
Jet Airways
JetLite
Kuwait Airways
Lufthansa
Malaysia Airlines
Oman Air
Qatar Airways
Saudi Arabian Airlines
Singapore Airlines
SriLankan Airlines
Thai Airways International
Nok Air
Tiger Airways
Cheap Flights
JetLite
SpiceJet
Go Air
IndiGo Airlines
Jagson Airlines

Answered at 2:19 PM on November 10, 2008

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what is chennai local transport ?

Asked by kolam meena in Chennai at 1:56 PM on November 10, 2008

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Chennai is one of the largest cities in India and therefore requires an effective local transport system to enable people to commute within the city. Although there are various means of public transport available in Madras, motorcycles, mopeds and motor scooters are still very popular. This is because they are affordable, fuel efficient, maneuverable and require lesser parking space. The transportation network of Chennai is user friendly and provides coverage and connectivity. To make things more convenient for the travelers, the city has been undergoing construction of flyovers at important roads and junctions. Read on to know more about modes of local transport in Madras.

Bus
Buses are the primary source of transport in Chennai. The bus service in the city is run by the government-owned Metropolitan Transport Corporation. These buses cover almost the entire city as well as the nearby suburbs. The bus service is usually comfortable, with an exception of being crowded sometimes.

Auto Rickshaws
Auto rickshaws are a comfortable way of traveling within the city. Usually the autos are metered, but it is good to fix the fare before they take you for a ride. Autos are expensive as compared to buses and suitable for covering short distances within the city.

Taxis
Taxis are quite popular amongst the tourists who come to explore the city. These taxis are best preferred when you have to travel a long distance and require a vehicle for a long period of time. Taxis charge according to the distance they will cover and are preferable if you are traveling with a group.

Other Means of transport
Apart from all the above, there are a number of transport options available for the people in Chennai. You can hire Vans, popularly known as Maxi Cabs, which run on different routes in the city. There is a mini private bus service operating in the suburban area of Chennai. Besides, there is Chennai suburban railway network, which has four broad gauge rail sectors, connecting the suburbs with the city.

Answered at 2:17 PM on November 10, 2008

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what is best to wear for chennai

Asked by kolam meena in Chennai at 1:58 PM on November 10, 2008

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Chennai city is one of the fast moving cities of India, with increasing developmental pace. In case you are wondering what clothes to wear while visiting this metropolitan city; keep in mind that the people in Chennai are very simple and believe in leading a simple life. They are very traditional and particular about their customs and value system. They strictly adhere to the age-old religious and social practices and obey them with utmost sincerity. It's their cultural legacy and they are extremely proud of it.

This is even quite visible from their conventional style of dressing. As the climate in Madras is usually hot, the best preferable fabric to wear there is cotton. The lighter your clothes are, the better it is. Women are respected and given high regard in South Indian families. As a result, most of the women wear saris, with exquisite designs and flowing fabrics, further enhancing their traditional Indian beauty. Men usually wear a dress called veshti (lungi) and shirt.

However, due to the modernization of Chennai, people are seen wearing fancy and western attires at times. Western wear is not very popular except the urbanized areas. There also it is quite limited. Thus, if you are still wondering how to dress up in the city; just remember that your clothes should be comfortable and light, so that you can beat the heat. Besides, they should be decent and not too revealing.

Answered at 2:16 PM on November 10, 2008

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tell me about chennai money exchange

Asked by kolam meena in Chennai at 1:57 PM on November 10, 2008

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The currency of India is known as 'Rupee' and it is widely accepted in the Chennai city of Tamil Nadu. One rupee is equal to 100 paise. The currency is available in the form of notes as well as coins. The notes are available in the denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1000. It is difficult to find one and two rupee notes in the market, now days. However, the coins are available in the denominations of 1, 2 and 5. It is advisable to use notes for big transactions and keep the change for giving tips, local transport fare and other small expenses.

Besides liquid cash, you can also use other mediums for carrying out your transactions, like credit cards, traveler cheques etc. Though these mediums are convenient, they have their own limitations. They can only be used at established places only. For traveling to small places, cash should be carried. Moreover, for your convenience, there are many banks and other organizations which provide currency exchange facilities. These money exchangers are found in all the parts of the city. The banks and other currency exchangers of Madras, providing the exchange facility, are listed below.
Albaraka Finance Ltd (Wellington Estate)
Dass India Money Changer (P) Ltd (St. George Town)
International Money Exchange Operators (Cathedral Road)
IKP Foreign Exchange (Spencer Plaza)
Sims Limited (Dr Radhakrishnan Salai)
Thomas Cook Ceebros Centre (Montieth Road)
Travels Masters India (P) Ltd (Alwarpet)
Dass (I) Money Changer (Rajaji Salai)
Elite Forex P Ltd (T H Rd)
For'X change (Sterling Rd)
G A Vasant (Exchange) (Thambu Chty St)
Gajraj Mehta International Pvt Ltd (Egmore High Rd)
Gajraj Metha International P Ltd ( Egmore)
L K P Foreign Exchange (Spencer Plaza)
Masa Money Changers (Kennet Lane)
Prithvi Exchange (Montieth Rd)
South Asian Financial Exchange (Dr.P V Cherian Crsnt)
T T Forex Ltd (Apex Plaza N H Rd)
VKC Credit & Forex Ser P Ltd (TTK Road)

Answered at 2:16 PM on November 10, 2008

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a quick view on chennai hopsitals pls

Asked by kolam meena in Chennai at 1:56 PM on November 10, 2008

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Chennai is the largest city of South India and is the hub of technological and scientific activities. There is a lot of research activity taking place in the various institutions here, intended to provide the best possible facilities to people. As a result, there are a number of good hospitals in Madras to take care of all your medical needs. In case you are in a crisis, there are many hospitals which have their Emergency Wards open, 24 hours a day. There are even a host of government hospitals in the city, which provide good medical assistance at comparatively reasonable cost. Thus, in order to handle any unforeseen mishap, make sure you know about some of the major hospitals in Chennai.

Government Hospitals
Govt. General Hospital
Royapettah Hospital
Govt. Optholmic Hospitals
Govt. Kasthurbai Gandhi Hospital for Women and Children
Arignar Anna Govt. Hospital
Govt. Hospital for Thoracic Medicine
Durgabai Deshmukh Gen. Hospital and Research Centre
Govt. RSRM Hospital
Govt. Thiruvateeswarar TB Hospital
Govt. Hospital for Women and Children
Govt. Peripheral Hospital (Anna Nagar)
Govt. Peripheral Hospital (Tondairpet)
Govt. Peripheral Hospital (K. K. Nagar)
Other Hospitals
Apollo Hospitals
Aysha Hospitals
Balaji Hospitals
Bharath Hospital
B. M. Orthopaedic Hospital
Balakrishna Eye Hospital & Eye Research Centre
Chennai Kaliappa Hospital
Childs Trust Hospital
Communicable Diseases Hospitals
Dr. Mehta's Nursing Home
Dr. Rex's Hospital
Dr. Duraiswamy Eye Hospital
Dr. Rajan Dental Hospital
Devaki Emergency Hotline
First Med Hospital
Kilpauk Medical College Hospital
H. M. Hospital
Harvey Heart Hospital
Hindu Mission Hospital & Blood Bank
Hemophilia Hospital Society Madras Chapter

Answered at 2:17 PM on November 10, 2008

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