Burma Bazaar, Chennai

#171 among attractions in Chennai

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Burma Bazaar is a market run by Burmese refugees in Chennai, India. It is located at Parrys Corner and is one of the several unorganized or grey market shopping hubs of Chennai. The bazaar was set up in 1969 by the Government of Tamil Nadu. It is located just outside the Chennai Beach railway station, in the old financial district of the city at George Town. It is a row of about 200 shops that line either side of the road for about a kilometre. ()

Coordinates: 13°5'23"N, 80°17'24"E

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Basin Bridge (Vallal Seethakathi Nagar)Chennai India

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Burma Bazaar – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gymkhana Club, Fort St. George, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, St. Mary's Church.

1.5 miSW
Entertainment, Golf
Gymkhana Club, Chennai
39 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Chennai, the Gymkhana Club stands as a testament to the city's colonial heritage and its contemporary love for sports and leisure. This prestigious establishment, with a rich history dating back to the British era, is home to one of...
0.7 miS
Fort dating to 1644 with museum and church
Fort St. George, Chennai
19 min walk • Fort St. George stands as a testament to the British colonial legacy in the heart of Chennai, India. Constructed in 1644 by the British East India Company, this fortification emerged as the first English fortress in India, laying the foundation for what would...
1.3 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Football
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai
33 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...
0.8 miS
Church, Baroque architecture
St. Mary's Church, Chennai
21 min walk • St. Mary's Church, located in the bustling city of Chennai, India, stands as a testament to the rich colonial history and architectural heritage of the region. Known affectionately as "The Mother Church of the Madras Diocese," this remarkable edifice is the oldest...
0.6 miS
Park
Secretariat Park, Chennai
16 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...
~950 ftW
Church
Armenian Church, Chennai
5 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.
~1920 ftS
Harbor
Chennai Port, Chennai
10 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.
1.2 miS
Memorial
Victory War Memorial, Chennai
30 min walk • Victory War Memorial, formerly called the Cupid's bow, is a memorial in Chennai, India, originally constructed to commemorate the victory of the Allied Armies during World War I and later became the victory war memorial for World War II, erected in the memory of those from the Madras presidency who lost their lives in the wars.
~1830 ftN
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Kalikambal Temple, Chennai
9 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.
1 miN
Church
St. Mark's Church, Chennai
25 min walk • St. Mark's Church is a Church in the neighbourhood of Madipakkam in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
~1280 ftSW
Street
Rajaji Salai, Chennai
7 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Burma Bazaar?

Nearby attractions include Anderson Church, Chennai (4 min walk), Mizpah church, Chennai (4 min walk), St Mary's Co-Cathedral, Chennai (5 min walk), Armenian Church, Chennai (5 min walk).

How to get to Burma Bazaar by public transport?

The nearest stations to Burma Bazaar:

Train

Chennai Beach (5 min walk)
Chennai Fort (17 min walk)

Light rail

Chennai Beach • Lines: 1 (7 min walk)
Chintadaripet • Lines: 1 (40 min walk)

Metro

High Court • Lines: 1 (10 min walk)
Mannadi • Lines: 1 (12 min walk)

Bus

High Court Bus Terminus (11 min walk)
Broadway Bus Terminus (12 min walk)