Pulianthope, Chennai

#257 among attractions in Chennai

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Pulianthope was initially known as "Medicine Warehouse" for Englishmen, so it was called as "Marunthukedangu" and now it has changed to Pulianthope. From the days of Englishmen this place was very developed area in North Chennai. Also, was surrounded with "Binny Mills" which was the biggest garment export factory, Basin bridge railway station, Chennai's biggest cattle slaughter house and meat supplier hub called "Aadudhotti". ()

Coordinates: 13°5'59"N, 80°15'51"E

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

Nearby attractions include: Abhirami Mega Mall, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Victoria Public Hall, Ekambareswarar Temple.

1.4 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Abhirami Mega Mall, Chennai
37 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.
1.1 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Football
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai
29 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...
1.4 miSE
City hall
Victoria Public Hall, Chennai
35 min walk • Victoria Public Hall, or the Town Hall, is a historical building in Chennai, named after Victoria, Empress of India. It is one of the finest examples of British architecture in Chennai and was built to commemorate the golden jubilee of Queen Victoria.
1.2 miSE
Temple
Ekambareswarar Temple, Chennai
32 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.
1.1 miS
Mosque
Periamet Mosque, Chennai
29 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.
1.2 miS
Temple
Chennakesava Perumal Temple, Chennai
30 min walk • Chennakesava Perumal Temple is a Hindu temple situated in the George Town neighbourhood of Chennai city, Tamil Nadu, India. It is dedicated to Chenna Kesava Perumal. There is the nearby Chenna Malleeswarar Temple. They are twin temples.
0.9 miS
Church
St. Matthias' Church, Chennai
23 min walk • C.S.I. St. Matthias' Church is a Protestant church situated in the neighbourhood of Vepery in Chennai, India. The church was constructed and consecrated in 1823.
1.4 miSW
Canal
Ainsley Canal, Chennai
35 min walk • Ainsley canal is a short canal located in Chennai. The canal starts near Villivakkam railway station and connects Otteri Nullah with railway quarters and Integral Coach Factory near Ayanavaram. It runs for a length of about 3.3 kilometres.
1.4 miSW
Street
Vellala Street, Chennai
37 min walk • Vellala street, also known as Vellalar Street, is a residential street in Purasawalkam in Chennai in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Vellalar is supposedly a caste name crediting to the early residents who belonged to this caste. Later these distinctions vanished and led way to more diverse residents.
1.1 miE
Tower
Mint Clock Tower, Chennai
29 min walk • Mint Clock Tower is a standalone clock tower in George Town, Chennai, India. It is one of the four standalone clock towers in Chennai, the other three being the ones at Royapettah, Doveton and Pulianthope.
1.2 miSE
Neighbourhood
Sowcarpet, Chennai
32 min walk • Sowcarpet is a neighborhood in the northern part of Chennai, India. Sowcarpet is one of the oldest neighborhoods of the city with narrow streets and vintage buildings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pulianthope?

Nearby attractions include Pattalam, Chennai (10 min walk), Choolai, Chennai (20 min walk), Vyasarpadi, Chennai (20 min walk), Salt Cotaurs, Chennai (21 min walk).

How to get to Pulianthope by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pulianthope:

Train

Basin Bridge Junction (13 min walk)
Vyasarpadi Jeeva (21 min walk)

Bus

Vallalar Nagar MTC Depot (23 min walk)
Perambur MTC Terminus (32 min walk)

Metro

Washermanpet • Lines: 1 (33 min walk)