MUSEUMS

Government Museum – Pantheon Road, Egmore 
Location: Pantheon Road, Egmore 
Main Attraction: Ancient artifacts and relics 
The Government Museum of Chennai is one of the most popular sightseeing pots in the city. It is deemed to be one of the oldest museums of India, as its inception dates back to the Colonial rule. There is a historical tale behind the origin of this Museum. In 1846 AD, the Madras Literary Society debated the proposal of establishing the museum. Finally, the proposal was approved by the Court of Directors of the East India Company in London. Chennai Government Museum has a sprawling complex and is sponsored by the State Government.

Birla Planetarium – Kotturpuram, Between Adyar and Guindy The Birla Planetarium at Kotturpuram, between Adyar and Guindy, is the most modern planetarium in the country. Adjoining the planetarium is a Periyar Science and Technology Museum which will be of interest to students and other science scholars.

Fort Museum – Fort St. George Company in 1640 AD. The 

fort is believed to be the first establishment of the 

British in India. It is a military architecture marvel, 

which was erected as a trading post and later evolved 

to be the origin of modern Indian Army. Situated in the 

coastal state of Tamil Nadu, this ancient monument is 

worth watching on your trip to Chennai. St. George 

Fort holds great historical importance and is looked

after by the Archaeological Survey of India.

Egmore Museum – Pantheon Road, Egmore The Government Museum of Chennai is one of the most popular sightseeing pots in the city. It is deemed to be one of the oldest museums of India, as its inception dates back to the Colonial rule. There is a historical tale behind the origin of this Museum. In 1846 AD, the Madras Literary Society debated the proposal of establishing the museum. Finally, the proposal was approved by the Court of Directors of the East India Company in London. Chennai Government Museum has a sprawling complex and is sponsored by the State Government.