Chetpet, Ambattur

Name: Chetpet
Address: Ambattur, India

#18 among attractions in Ambattur

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Chetpet is a locality in the Indian city of Chennai It is served by Chetpet railway station in the Beach-Tambaram line of Chennai Suburban Railway. Chetpet has a pond between the Chetpet railway station and the Poonamallee High Road, one of the last surviving natural water bodies in the city. It is the locality in Chennai where the mathematician Ramanujan died. ()

Coordinates: 13°4'18"N, 80°14'38"E

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Nungambakkam (Chetpet)Ambattur India

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Chetpet – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Spencer Plaza, Abhirami Mega Mall, Government Museum, Alsa Mall.

1.4 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Spencer Plaza, Chennai
35 min walk • Spencer Plaza, a landmark shopping center in Chennai, India, stands as a testament to the city's commercial evolution. Established in the late 19th century and rebuilt in 1985 after a destructive fire, this sprawling complex is Chennai's oldest mall and one of the...
1 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Abhirami Mega Mall, Chennai
27 min walk • Abhirami Mega Mall stands as a bustling hub of commerce and entertainment in the heart of Chennai, India. This expansive shopping center offers a diverse range of retail experiences, catering to the needs and desires of Chennai's cosmopolitan population.
0.9 miE
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Government Museum, Chennai
23 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Chennai, the Government Museum beckons with its blend of rich history and cultural heritage. Established in 1851, this museum is one of the oldest and most prestigious in India, making it a must-visit destination for history buffs and curious...
0.9 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Alsa Mall, Chennai
24 min walk • Nestled in the bustling metropolis of Chennai, India, Alsa Mall stands as a testament to the city's evolving shopping culture. This shopping center, established in the heart of Egmore, has been serving the local community and visitors alike for several years, offering...
1.2 miS
Memorial
Valluvar Kottam, Chennai
31 min walk • Valluvar Kottam stands as a cultural and architectural landmark in the bustling city of Chennai, India. This grand memorial is dedicated to the revered Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvalluvar, who penned the timeless classic 'Thirukkural', a treatise on ethics...
0.8 miE
Museum, Art museum
National Art Gallery, Chennai
22 min walk • The National Art Gallery in Chennai stands as a testament to India's rich cultural heritage and artistic prowess. Located in the bustling city of Chennai, this museum is housed within a striking red sandstone building, which is a significant architectural landmark in...
1.4 miSE
Mosque
Thousand Lights Mosque, Chennai
36 min walk • Thousand Lights is a multi-domed mosque in Anna Salai in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, is one of the largest mosques in the country and is a revered place of worship and azadari for Shia Muslims in the city.
1 miNE
Church
Wesley Church, Chennai
26 min walk • Wesley Church is one of the oldest churches in Egmore area of Chennai, the capital of the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The original structure was built in Gothic architecture in 1905 by Wesleyan Mission. It was constructed at Egmore considering the growing needs of it in the area around Egmore.
~990 ftNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Chetput Lake, Chennai
5 min walk • Chetpet lake is a lake spread over 16 acres in Chetput, Chennai, India. It is located to the north of Chetpet railway station. It is the only existing lake at the centre of the city. The lake belongs to the Department of Fisheries of the Tamil Nadu government.
0.9 miE
Library
Connemara Public Library, Chennai
23 min walk • The Connemara Public Library at Egmore in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, is one of the four National Depository Libraries which receive a copy of all books, newspapers and periodicals published in India.
1.1 miSW
Mosque
Masjid e Mahmood, Ambattur
27 min walk • Masjid e Mahmood is a mosque in the city of Chennai, India, located in the Choolaimedu locality. It is located in Basha street near Nungambakkam railway station.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Chetpet?

Nearby attractions include Chetput Lake, Chennai (5 min walk), Dr. Gurusamy Bridge, Chennai (7 min walk), Madras Observatory, Chennai (9 min walk), Chinnakudal, Chennai (11 min walk).

How to get to Chetpet by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chetpet:

Train

Chennai Chetpat (6 min walk)
Nungambakkam (22 min walk)

Bus

College Road • Lines: 147C (9 min walk)
Sterling Road • Lines: 147C (16 min walk)

Metro

Kilpauk • Lines: 2 (11 min walk)
Nehru Park • Lines: 2 (17 min walk)