Nungambakkam/Marina Beach
India
Chennai Marina Lighthouse and white sandy Marina beach beach- the second largest in the world
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:48
Welcome to the Marina Beach Promenade Audio Tour in the historical coastal city of Chennai. The spot where you are currently standing is the starting point of one of the most culturally significant and picturesque waterfronts in…
Listen in the app2Triumph of Labour Statue2:29
Directly before you stands the monumental and dramatic Triumph of Labour Statue which represents one of the most emotionally charged and visually commanding artistic landmarks along the entire Marina Beach promenade. This dynamic…
Listen in the app3Mahatma Gandhi Statue2:04
You are now standing before the historic Mahatma Gandhi Statue erected gracefully along the Marina Beach promenade. Unveiled in the nineteen fifties this celebrated monument represents another magnificent work by the renowned…
Listen in the app4Senate House and Chepauk Palace Vantage Point2:03
You are currently standing at the magnificent vantage point overlooking the Senate House of the University of Madras and the historical Chepauk Palace. Situated directly across Kamaraj Salai these extraordinary architectural…
Listen in the app5Ice House and Vivekanandar Illam2:06
We have now arrived at Vivekanandar Illam historically known across the globe as the Ice House. This distinctive circular structure holds a captivating history that bridges nineteenth century transatlantic commerce with profound…
Listen in the app6Statues of Tamil Poets and Scholars1:45
As you walk along this breezy section of the promenade you are surrounding yourself with the Statues of Tamil Poets Scholars and Historical Personalities. The creation of this remarkable open air gallery dates back to the year…
Listen in the app7Anna and MGR Memorials1:54
We have now reached the grand Anna and MGR Memorials which stand as major monumental landmarks along Marina Beach celebrating the extraordinary intersection of modern Tamil Nadu politics and popular cinema culture. These…
Listen in the app8Closing1:48
Our audio tour along the historic Marina Beach promenade now comes to its memorable conclusion. As the evening approaches Marina Beach transforms into a remarkably lively yet peaceful coastal sanctuary where the local community…
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What is Nungambakkam/Marina Beach?
Nungambakkam/Marina Beach is a place in India with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | India |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 16 min 57 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 13.0654, 80.2326 |
| Last updated |