George Town, Chennai

Name: George Town
Address: Chennai, India

#149 among attractions in Chennai

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George Town is a neighbourhood in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. It is near the Fort Saint George, Chennai. It is also known as Muthialpet and Parry's corner. It is an historical area of Chennai city from where its expansion began in the 1640s. It extends from the Bay of Bengal in the east to Park town on the west. The Fort St. George is on the south, to Royapuram in the north. The Fort St. George houses the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly and the Secretariat. The High court of Tamil Nadu at Chennai, Dr. Ambedkar Law College, Stanley Medical College and Hospital are located here. ()

Local name: जॉर्ज टाउन, चेन्नईArea: 1.54 mi²Coordinates: 13°5'46"N, 80°16'58"E

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George Town – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Secretariat Park, Armenian Church, Chennai Port.

1 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Football
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai
27 min walk • The Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai, India stands as a prominent landmark and a testament to the city's vibrant sporting culture. This multi-purpose sports venue, with a seating capacity of over 40,000, is an integral part of the city's infrastructure and has...
1 miS
Park
Secretariat Park, Chennai
27 min walk • Secretariat Park, a verdant oasis amidst the bustling city of Chennai, India, offers a serene escape to both locals and tourists seeking tranquility and natural beauty. This well-maintained park, located in the heart of Chennai's governmental district, is a testament...
0.6 miSE
Church
Armenian Church, Chennai
15 min walk • Saint Mary Church of Chennai, constructed in 1712 and reconstructed in 1772, is one of the oldest churches of the Indian subcontinent, located in Chennai. It is famous for its belfry of six.
0.9 miSE
Harbor
Chennai Port, Chennai
24 min walk • Chennai Port, formerly known as Madras Port, is the second largest container port of India, behind Mumbai's Nhava Sheva. The port is the largest one in the Bay of Bengal.
0.4 miE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Kalikambal Temple, Chennai
11 min walk • The Kālikāmbal Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shri Kāligāmbāl and Lord Kamadeswarar, located in Parry's corner locality of the city of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. The temple is located in Thambu Chetty Street, a prominent financial street at Georgetown, running parallel to Rajaji Salai.
0.5 miNE
Church
St. Mark's Church, Chennai
14 min walk • St. Mark's Church is a Church in the neighbourhood of Madipakkam in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
0.7 miSE
Street
Rajaji Salai, Chennai
18 min walk • Rajaji Salai, also known as North Beach Road or First Line Beach, is one of the main thoroughfares of the commercial centre of George Town in Chennai, India. The road connects Royapuram in the north with Quibble Island in the south.
0.6 miSW
Temple
Ekambareswarar Temple, Chennai
16 min walk • Ekambareswarar Temple, Chennai is a Hindu temple situated in the neighbourhood of Parry's corner, Chennai, India dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was constructed by Alanganatha Pillai, chief merchant of the Madras factory of the British East India Company.
0.5 miNE
Temple
Krishnaswami Temple, Chennai
13 min walk • The Krishnaswami Temple is a Hindu temple located in the neighbourhood of Muthialpet in Parry's corner, Chennai, India. It was constructed in the 18th century and was the site of a major dispute between Left hand and Right hand castes in 1787 resulting in a major riot.
1.2 miSW
Mosque
Periamet Mosque, Chennai
30 min walk • Periamet Mosque is a mosque situated on Vepery High Road in Chennai, India. The mosque is named after the Periamet neighbourhood in which it is located.
0.5 miSE
Church
St Mary's Co-Cathedral, Chennai
14 min walk • St. Mary's Co-Cathedral is a Catholic church in Armenian Street, Chennai, India. Constructed by Capuchins in 1658, it is one of the oldest churches in the former British India.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to George Town?

Nearby attractions include Kandaswami Temple, Chennai (5 min walk), Broadway, Chennai (10 min walk), Peddanaickenpettah, Chennai (11 min walk), Kalikambal Temple, Chennai (11 min walk).

How to get to George Town by public transport?

The nearest stations to George Town:

Metro

Mannadi • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)
High Court • Lines: 1 (16 min walk)

Bus

Broadway Bus Terminus (17 min walk)
High Court Bus Terminus (19 min walk)

Train

Chennai Beach (18 min walk)
Chennai Fort (22 min walk)

Light rail

Chennai Beach • Lines: 1 (18 min walk)