Chennai
A four-day stay in February 2024. I appreciated Chennai's diversity and felt continuously stimulated by how much was happening around me at once. There were a couple of good Indian restaurants — I just can't remember the names.
- Lodging
PHP Boutique Townhouse
Visited: Feb 16, 2024
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Base for the trip — stayed here from 16 to 20 February 2024.
- Historic marker
San Thome Basilica (St. Thomas' tomb)
Visited: Feb 17, 2024
How I got there: Taxi / rideshare
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Visited the tomb of St. Thomas at the basilica in Mylapore.
- Attraction
Shri Ashtalakshmi Temple
- Other
City center (wedding shopping)
Visited: Feb 19, 2024
How I got there: Taxi / rideshare
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Went into the center to buy clothes for a wedding — found it too chaotic.
- Recreational
Marina Beach
Visited: Feb 20, 2024
How I got there: Taxi / rideshare
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I liked seeing up close how fishermen trade and live. I wouldn't recommend the beach itself at all.
Route summary: PHP Boutique Townhouse → San Thome Basilica (St. Thomas' tomb) → Shri Ashtalakshmi Temple → City center (wedding shopping) → Marina Beach