The High Court chennai

The High Court  

The High Court   It has decorative domes and corridors reminiscent of Indo Saracenic architecture. Adjacent to Parry’s Corner, it is another prominent landmark of Chennai. Built in 1892, the High Court of Chennai is one of the largest judicial complexes in the world. 

Fort Museum chennai

Fort Museum 

Fort Museum  It houses rare exhibits of weapons, uniforms, coins, costumes, medals and other artefacts and memorabilia of the British period. 

The Island Ground chennai

The Island Ground

The Island Ground  This is one of the lungs of this teeming city. It is situated on an island formed by the River Cooum. This ground is the venue for Trade and Tourist Fairs that are held periodically and seasonally. 

Vivekananda House & Museum

Vivekananda House & Museum 

Vivekananda House & Museum The state government had leased this building Sri Ramakrishna Mission. It is an imposing structure on the Marina along the South Beach Road. It was constructed in 1842 to store ice blocks imported from the USA by the Tudor Ice Company and the business continued until 1874, when the ice began to be produced locally. This is why it is called Ice House. Later Bilagiri Iyengar purchased this building in 1885 and called it "Castle Kernon."
In 1897 Swami Vivekananda visited this city and stayed in this historic building from February 6 to 15 in 1897 on his way to Calcutta, after his acclaimed speech at Chicago for the Parliament of Religions. The Government took over the building in 1930 and in 1963 it was named after Vivekananda. On the eve of his Centenary Celebrations, in 1999 the building was renovated and the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu unveiled the sage’s statue on the 20th December 1999. Photographs depicting the historical happenings associated with his life and books about him and his own written works are on display and sold here in the Museum. 

Introduction Vellore

Introduction Vellore

Vellore is now pulsating with activities as a commercial, administrative, educational and medical centre. It had the privilege of being the seat of the Pallava, Chola, Nayak, Maratha, Arcot Nawab and Bijapur Sultan kingdoms. Vellore grew into a bustling town gradually since the 6th century changing the rulers and growing in importance. Vellore has the renowned Christian Medical College and Hospital where patients from all corners of the world get advanced medical treatment.

General Information

Area	11.65 Sq.kms
Population	1,77,413 (2001 Census)
Altitude	Sea Level above MSL 204
Climate	Max. Min. Summer : 39.0ºC 29.5ºC Winter : 27.3ºC 17.0ºC
Rainfall	1053 mm (average)
Clothing	Tropical
Languages spoken	Tamil, English and Telugu
Season	Throughout the year
STD	0416

Javadi Hills vellore

Javadu Hills

Javadu Hills Jamnamaruthur 40 kms from Polur is the main village in Javadu hills it is famous for its sandalwood and fruit bearing trees. It is at an altitude that ranges from 300 to 1000 metres. The Beemanmadavu waterfalls in the thick reserve forest, 12 kms from here with is good for trekking. The night stay here is a new experience due to the solitude of these hills.

Kalakkayam waterfalls at Thiruvananthapuram

If you are the kind of person least bothered about venturing out in the woods during the rainy season and is ready to take some risk and watch a waterfall in its full glory, then head for Kalakkayam waterfall located in the forests near Idinjaar in Thiruvananthapuram district.

To reach Kalakkayam from Thiruvananthapuram, one has to come via Palode, which is about 35 kms from the city. From Palode take a deviation to reach Peringamala. Take a right turn from Peringamala to reach Kurisadi via Idinjaar, 12 km away. Since there are no signboards leading to the falls, from Kurisadi, one may seek local assistance to reach the spot of the waterfalls.

In and around the Kalakkayam waterfalls, it is an ambiance that defies words. The waterfall is part of the Mankayam stream that originates in the Agasthyavanam forest. A pool formed at the base of the waterfall is indeed worth a dip and the cool water simply enlivens your body. While attempting to cross the stream to reach the waterfall, one needs to watch the steps, as there are moss covered rocks, which are quite slippery.

The forest nearby the waterfall is also a great spot to watch birds and also other species of fauna and flora. A trail along the stream to explore the sights on either side is yet another option for those who would love to walk around a bit.

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station, about 50 km
Nearest airport: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, about 60 km