* I step out of the train, my nostrils are welcomed with the familiar humidity.* The healthy, sweaty, hot & humid weather. Yes, it is December in Chennai.
* Fragrance of Jasmine flowers isn't the same anywhere else.
* Early morning walks on the cool sands of the beach.
* The symphony played by the aromas of various brands of filter coffee emanating from the kitchen windows of hardcore 'Kaapi' drinkers.
* Mammoth hoardings of the southern superstars compete with beautiful 'kohl' eyed models in traditional Kanchipuram silk sarees.
* 'Margazhi Mahotsavam'- a series of Carnatic Music concerts by vocalists & instrumentalists during the month of December grips the city.
* Mami's in their silk sarees can be seen rushing to various concerts in the evening.
* Mami's in their silk sarees can be seen rushing to various concerts in the evening.
* Large 'Kolams' ( Rangolis) adorn the entrances of homes.
* A trip to Chennai isn't complete without tiffin at 'Saravana Bhavan' & savouries/papads from 'Ambika Appalam'
* A trip to Chennai isn't complete without tiffin at 'Saravana Bhavan' & savouries/papads from 'Ambika Appalam'
* Relaxing with family, solving 'The Hindu' newspaper crossword, hogging on homemade 'Murukkus' & having freshly brewed filter- coffee is a great way to unwind:-)
Here are some images of Chennai seen through my eyes:-)
Larger than life hoardings of Silk Sarees
The various popular coffee brands displayed.Here are some images of Chennai seen through my eyes:-)Larger than life hoardings of Silk Sarees
Saravana Bhavan for a quick bite:-)
Crunchy Murukkus
A great place to pick up papads, pickles, sambar, chutney powders etc* Translated Rangolis, Carnatic Recitals & Coffee
Bastar Metal Art
Blue Pottery Ceramic Tiles
Enamel work Meenakari earrings in various colours.
