TRIPLICANE

Triplicane is called the Bachelors Paradise of Chennai. The locality has a large number of mansions - a local synonym for guest houses. Many of these are suitable for students, single professionals and visitors. Walking around the lanes of Triplicane during evening time, one is apt to come across hosts of youngsters conversing in a babel of languages - English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam. The place is known for its educational book stalls and used bikes. Triplicane's Pycrofts Road is a mini T. Nagar where one can buy all kinds of garments and luggage.

Triplicane, according to the popular belief has been derived from the term Tiru-Alli-Keni which means flowers in the pond. The place is believed to be inhabited since ancient times and featured beautiful gardens during those times. The ancient landmarks that bear the secrets of the past still hold up against the ravages of time. The famous Parthasarathy Temple is one such popular site. The temple is the single highly acclaimed tourist destination in Triplicane area. Dedicated to Lord Krishna, the temple is a much revered place for Hindus. The existing temple structure is said to be built by the Pallavas in the 8th century A.D.

One more important attraction in Triplicane is that of Aamir Mahal, the legacy of the Nawabs. The monument has served as residential place to the Nawab Family of Arcot. The Wallajah Mosque, popular by the name Big Mosque is equally fascinating. The mosque too was built by the Nawab and is frequently visited by the Muslim community living here.

The Chepauk Palace on the Marina promenade features the in distinctive Indo-Sarcenic building. It is one out of several architectural treasures housed in the Triplicane area.

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