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automobiles, tractors, etc. Railway coaches

are made in Perambur. Chennai is the main
centre for the Tamil film industry.

Chennai is well connected by roads, railways
and airways with other parts of India. It

is connected to many other countries of
the world by Anna International Airport. Railway coach making factory

Chennai is an important seaport on the
eastern coast of India. It has an artificial harbour.

• Critical thinking
Answer these questions.
1. What was the old name of the city of Chennai?

2. Chennai is the capital of which state?
3. Name two rivers flowing through Chennai.
4. Name two important festivals celebrated in Chennai.

The main tourist attraction is the Marina Beach, which is the longest

beach in India. VGP Golden Beach is popular for its rides and a toy-train.
Other places of tourist interest are Fort St George, Snake Park, Guindy

National Park, Gandhi Mandapam, St Thomas Church, Art Gallery,
Parthasarthi Temple and Kapaliswrar Temple. These temples are known

for artistic stone carvings.

AT ONE GO

 Chennai, earlier called Madras, is the capital of the Tamil Nadu state.
 The climate is warm almost throughout the year with no distinct winter season.
 Pongal and Christmas are the main festivals celebrated in Chennai.
 Chennai is an important seaport. The Marina Beach is famous here.

REMEMBER THESE TERMS

Sea breeze : Light wind during day, coming from the sea and blowing towards the land.
Stone carvings : Stones are cut and carved to make statues and other idols on it.

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