Porur Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Marina Beach
Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.
Kapaleeswarar Temple
Marvel at the Dravidian architecture of this centuries-old temple, spot intricately carved figurines, watch devotees pray and experience a lively Hindu festival.
Pondy Bazaar
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pondy Bazaar during your trip to Chennai. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Shore Temple
Witness fine Pallavan architecture and ornate shrines to Hindu gods at this gorgeous seaside temple, which is at its most beautiful at sunset.
Edward Elliot's Beach
Enjoy relaxed walks on a golden-sand beach, watch a picturesque sunrise, sample traditional Chennai beach food and visit architecturally impressive landmarks.
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Other neighbourhoods around Porur
Vadapalani
If you're spending some time in Vadapalani, Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Forum Vijaya Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Guindy
Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Phoenix Market City or Guindy Race Course while you're exploring the area.
Anna Nagar
While Anna Nagar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ampa Skywalk Mall and Vadapalani Murugan Temple.
Pallavaram
Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.
T Nagar
Travellers come to T Nagar for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Pondy Bazaar and Sringeri Saradha Peetam Temple while you're in town.
Nungambakkam
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Nungambakkam. You might want to make time for a stop at Valluvar Kottam or SDAT Tennis Stadium.
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- Viswaroopa Adhivyadhihara Sri Bhaktha Anjaneyaswami Temple
- Marina Beach
- SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus
- Consulate General of the United States
- MGM Dizzee World
- VGP Universal Kingdom
- ECR Beach
- Apollo Hospital
- Chennai Trade Centre
- Sankara Nethralaya
- Kapaleeswarar Temple
- MIOT International Hospital
- SIPCOT IT Park
- Old Mahabalipuram Road
- Neelankarai Beach
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre - Chennai
- Pondy Bazaar
- Phoenix Market City
- Edward Elliot's Beach
- Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet
- Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple Mangadu
- Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
- Chennai Citi Center Mall
- Muttukadu Boat House
- Olympia Tech Park
- M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Aravind Eye Hospital - Chennai
- Vadapalani Murugan Temple
- Thirunallar Temple
- Valluvar Kottam
- Express Avenue
- Madras High Court
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