I'd been to Chennai (Madras) for the last four days. I'd gone to answer an entrance exam there. Boy had studied there for the last two years and from what I'd heard, I had very low expectations from the place, but to my surprise I was amazed at how big and beautiful the city actually is. Here are a few pictures I took on the 16 hour train journey..
These pictures are of Kerala, Gods own country. I've never visited the state but have passed through it, by train, on my way to Ooty a few years ago. It's know for it's numerous coconut trees. Take a look at these pictures..
This is a picture of the University of Madras. Beautiful, isn't it. Looks nothing like a place where people would come to study.
These are a couple of entrances to the Marina Beach. It's right opposite the University, but sadly I didn't have time to visit it. :-(
This, believe it or not, is The Spencer Plaza, a shopping mall! Is it just me or does it look more like a fort than a mall?
This is a picture of the Santhome Cathedral, built over the grave of Saint Thomas the apostle. This one picture I didn't take cause there were many people praying there and I didn't want to trouble them, I googled it instead. It's gorgeous.
The city is delightful. Very well planned. Beautiful architecture everywhere. Statues in every corner. I'm actually looking forward to studying there for the next two years. For now, I'm crossing my fingers and awaiting my result, but I have a pretty good feeling about this.
4 comments:
Wow, the architecture is just stunning!!
Good luck!!
Woww....I'll be leaving for Chennai next week and even I was wondering what to see there, now this post of yours is making me more enthu towards the trip :) Thanks a ton Melissa
I did get through the college. And it's been 8 months since. I have limited access to the internet here and hence cant blog. But after living here for such a long time, I've realised that there's no place more perfect than home and also to never ever never ever never ever judge a book by it's cover.
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Don't be discouraged by my comment, if you're just makin a trip, it'll be awesome. But if your gonna be here for a long time, the city can get on your nerves sometimes.
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