Memorials in Chennai, India

Some of the well-known memorials in Chennai are:

Anna Square:
Situated amidst a little garden, this majestic structure was built in memory of the former TN CM C.N. Annadurai at the very place where he was laid to rest. It is located on Beach Road opposite Chennai University.

Gandhi Mandapam:
Chennai's honour to Mahatma Gandhi, this graceful memorial lies beside the Guindy National Park. Visit it on Sardar Vallabhai Patel Rd, Opposite to Anna University, Guindy.

MGR Memorial:
The grand memorial of M.G.Ramachandran, the matinee idol - turned - Chief Minister is located on the sands of Marina overlooking the Chennai University. On Beach Rd Kamaraj Salai.

Rajaji Memorial:
This memorial with a tall gopuram is built in memory of Independent India's first Governor General C.Raja-gopalachari close to the snake park and the children's park.Next to Gandhi Mandapam, on Sardar Vallabhai Patel Rd, Guindy.

Rajiv Gandhi Memorial:
Raised in honour of Rajiv Gandhi, the charismatic Prime Minister who was assassinated here by a human bomb in 1991. It is located at Sriperumbudur, 40 Kms from Chennai, which incidentally is the birthplace of Sri Ramanujar, the Vaishnavite saint.

Valluvar Kottam:
Dedicated to the renowned Tamil saint, poet, Thiruvalluvar, its central auditorium can seat about 4,000 people. The terraced garden, granite chariot and pillars, plus the life-size statue of the saint make it a popular tourist attraction. It is located on the junction of Kodambakkam High Rd and Valluvar Kottam High Rd.

War Memorial Hall: A circular rock and marble structure built in memory of those who laid down their lives for the country's honour during World War I. Situated on Beach Rd (Nr Island Grounds).