T. Nagar, Chennai

Name: T. Nagar
Address: Chennai, India

#219 among attractions in Chennai

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Thyagaraya Nagar, commonly known as T. Nagar, is a very affluent commercial and residential neighbourhood in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. It is surrounded by Nungambakkam in the North, Teynampet in the East, Nandanam in the South-East, C.I.T. Nagar in the South and West Mambalam and Kodambakkam in the West. The stretch between Duraiswamy Road and T. Nagar Bus Stand has some of the costliest real estates in Chennai. It was constructed between 1923 and 1925 by the Madras Presidency government of the Raja of Panagal as a part of town planning activities initiated according to the Madras Town Planning Act of 1920. The town was named after P. Thyagaraya Chetty. The streets, parks and localities in the new neighbourhood were named after important officials in the provincial government. ()

Coordinates: 13°2'4"N, 80°13'49"E

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Kodambakkam (Rajaji Nagar)Chennai India

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T. Nagar – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ramee Mall, Pondy Bazaar, Vadapalani Andavar Temple, Natesan Park.

1.3 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Ramee Mall, Chennai
35 min walk • Ramee Mall is a bustling hub of commerce and entertainment nestled in the heart of Chennai, India. This modern shopping center offers an eclectic mix of retail outlets, dining options, and leisure activities, catering to the diverse tastes of this vibrant city's...
0.8 miNE
Shopping, Market
Pondy Bazaar, Chennai
20 min walk • Pondy Bazaar, situated in the heart of Chennai, India, is a bustling shopping district renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and a wide array of goods. This commercial hub, teeming with life, offers everything from traditional clothing and accessories to modern...
1.6 miNW
Temple
Vadapalani Andavar Temple, Chennai
42 min walk • Vadapalani Andavar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Muruga. It is located in Vadapalani, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. It was renovated in the 1920s and a Rajagopuram was built during that time. The temple has grown in popularity, which is believed to be in part due to the patronage of cinema stars.
0.5 miNE
Park
Natesan Park, Chennai
12 min walk • Natesan Park is a park in T.Nagar, Chennai, India. It is located on Venkatanarayana Road. The park covers an area of 4 acres and was opened to the public on 13 September 1950 by the then Minister of Agriculture, A. B. Shetty.
0.8 miW
Temple
Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Chennai
21 min walk • Sri Prasanna Venkata Narasimha Perumal is a Hindu temple in Saidapet, Chennai, in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is dedicated to Venkateswara, an incarnation of the Hindu deity Vishnu.
0.4 miE
Temple
Sri Balaji Temple, Chennai
12 min walk • Venkatnarayana Road Sri Balaji Temple is a Hindu temple located inside the premises of TTD Information Center, Venkatanarayana Road, T.Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
1 miS
Golf
Cosmopolitan Club, Chennai
25 min walk • The Cosmopolitan Club is one of the three 18-hole golf courses in Chennai, India. It was established in the late 19th century. It has bowling since 2010.
1.1 miSW
Temple
Kamakshi Amman Temple, Chennai
30 min walk • Saidapet Kamakshi Amman Temple is a Hindu temple in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Located in Chetty Street in the neighbourhood of Saidapet, the temple is administered by the Vishwakarma community. The presiding deity is the goddess Kamakshi.
0.5 miN
Park
Panagal Park, Chennai
14 min walk • Panagal Park is a park and a locality in Thyagaraya Nagar, Chennai. The park is named after the Raja of Panagal, the Chief Minister of Madras Presidency who created the park. It is an important junction and is the commercial centre of T. Nagar.
1.4 miSE
Concert hall, Library
Anna Centenary Library, Chennai
36 min walk • The Anna Centenary Library is an established state library of the Government of Tamil Nadu. It is located at Kotturpuram, Chennai. It is built at a cost of ₹172 crores. It is named after a former chief minister of Tamil Nadu, C. N. Annadurai. It was opened by the then Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu M. Karunanidhi.
1.4 miSE
Neighbourhood
Kotturpuram, Chennai
36 min walk • Kotturpuram, also known as Kottur, is a neighbourhood in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India and is situated in the Southern banks of the Adyar River.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to T. Nagar?

Nearby attractions include Kannammapet, Chennai (6 min walk), Sri Balaji Temple, Chennai (12 min walk), Natesan Park, Chennai (12 min walk), Mambalam, Chennai (14 min walk).

How to get to T. Nagar by public transport?

The nearest stations to T. Nagar:

Bus

Thyagaraya Nagar Bus Terminus (1 min walk)
Saidapet MTC Terminus (20 min walk)

Train

Mambalam (8 min walk)
Saidapet (23 min walk)

Metro

Saidapet • Lines: 1 (19 min walk)
Nandanam • Lines: 1 (20 min walk)