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Tour to Besant Nagar Beach, Theosophical Society & Kalakshetra in Chennai
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Stop At: Besant Nagar Beach, 6th Avenue, Chennai (Madras) 600090 India
To experience morning walk with the sunshine also if you wish to taste real authentic South Indian breakfast on your own cost you have a options nearby like Murugan idli shop and Hotel Saravana Bhavan restaurants are highly recommended by Chennai locals. The
historical significant of this beach Edward Elliot, who was the governor of Madras at the time. The beach is home to The Karal Schmidt Memorial which commemorates a Dutch mariner, who died here whil saving a man from drowning.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Elliot's Beach, Near Besant Nagar, Chennai (Madras) India
Besant Nagar Beach is known as Elliot beach
Stop At: The Huddleston Gardens of Theosophical Society, Adyar, Chennai (Madras) India
To experience the nature walk with fresh air, various flora and fauna, a perfect place to find out inner peace in you. The historical significance of this place: It was established by Madame HP Blavatsky an Col HS Olcott to spread various religious and philosophical theories. Initially founded in New York, then it was shifted to India with Mumbai as headquarters, in the year 1878. Finally the international headquarters were relocated to Adyar in Chennai. Having shrines of all faiths, a Garden of Remembrance, a century old library and a research centre on oriental arts, it has an ancient Banyan tree cover 40,000 sq ft, on its campus open from 8:30am-10am & 2pm to 5pm closed on Sunday.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kalakshetra Dance School, Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai (Madras) India
To experience the cultural heritage of performing arts of Bharatanatyam and natural surroundings, a perfect place to get an unique experience and the City. The historical significance of this place: The state is well known for its contribution to Bharathanatyam, It has many gurukul and training institutes that create future exponents. One of them is Kalashetra, the school of famous danseuse Rukmini Devi Arundale who founded it in 1936; it came to be also known as ' The Temple of Arts'. The centre provides training yo young students and has played a prominent role in keeping alive the classical heritage. Visitors timing 8:30 am to 11:30 am.
Duration: 1 hour
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Besant Nagar Beach, 6th Avenue, Chennai (Madras) 600090 India
To experience morning walk with the sunshine also if you wish to taste real authentic South Indian breakfast on your own cost you have a options nearby like Murugan idli shop and Hotel Saravana Bhavan restaurants are highly recommended by Chennai locals. The
historical significant of this beach Edward Elliot, who was the governor of Madras at the time. The beach is home to The Karal Schmidt Memorial which commemorates a Dutch mariner, who died here whil saving a man from drowning.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Elliot's Beach, Near Besant Nagar, Chennai (Madras) India
Besant Nagar Beach is known as Elliot beach
Stop At: The Huddleston Gardens of Theosophical Society, Adyar, Chennai (Madras) India
To experience the nature walk with fresh air, various flora and fauna, a perfect place to find out inner peace in you. The historical significance of this place: It was established by Madame HP Blavatsky an Col HS Olcott to spread various religious and philosophical theories. Initially founded in New York, then it was shifted to India with Mumbai as headquarters, in the year 1878. Finally the international headquarters were relocated to Adyar in Chennai. Having shrines of all faiths, a Garden of Remembrance, a century old library and a research centre on oriental arts, it has an ancient Banyan tree cover 40,000 sq ft, on its campus open from 8:30am-10am & 2pm to 5pm closed on Sunday.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kalakshetra Dance School, Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai (Madras) India
To experience the cultural heritage of performing arts of Bharatanatyam and natural surroundings, a perfect place to get an unique experience and the City. The historical significance of this place: The state is well known for its contribution to Bharathanatyam, It has many gurukul and training institutes that create future exponents. One of them is Kalashetra, the school of famous danseuse Rukmini Devi Arundale who founded it in 1936; it came to be also known as ' The Temple of Arts'. The centre provides training yo young students and has played a prominent role in keeping alive the classical heritage. Visitors timing 8:30 am to 11:30 am.
Duration: 1 hour
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Round-trip private transfer
- Transport by private vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
- Gratuities
- Driver
- Parking Charges
- Bottled water
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees (if any required)
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
65%
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