Chennai | 29.02.2020 | 07:15 am ~ 09:00 am

Iconic Landmarks Along the Marina Beach

About the walk

This event is ticketed.

The buildings on the iconic Marina beach road are great examples of the hybrid socio-political influences that created the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. These institutional buildings are landmarks that have been utilised differently through time. During the colonial era, they served as administrative headquarters, now they house prestigious institutional and civic campuses. On the other side of the street, is the longest beach in India, housing on its shores, statues of leaders, freedom fighters, poets, and significant figures who have contributed to arts, literature and politics. Institutions such as Presidency College, Madras University and the PWD building are examples of timeless architecture flanking the beach. The statues of Thiruvalluvar, Kannagi, Avvaiyar display the roots of language intertwined with politics. Political seeds were planted in the sands of the Marina since the British period, and today, the former chief ministers of Tamil Nadu, C.N. Annadurai, MG Ramachandran, M. Karunanidhi and J. Jayalalitha choose to rest by the sea.      

The statues and memorials by the sea serve as ghosts of the past and symbols of the political movement that make Madras what it is today. Join us on this trail which reveals the history of the city, shaped by its pioneers and institutions of yesteryear.

 

 

Meeting Time
07:00 am
Event Date
Event Time
07:15 am ~ 09:00 am

About the walk

This event is ticketed.

The buildings on the iconic Marina beach road are great examples of the hybrid socio-political influences that created the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. These institutional buildings are landmarks that have been utilised differently through time. During the colonial era, they served as administrative headquarters, now they house prestigious institutional and civic campuses. On the other side of the street, is the longest beach in India, housing on its shores, statues of leaders, freedom fighters, poets, and significant figures who have contributed to arts, literature and politics. Institutions such as Presidency College, Madras University and the PWD building are examples of timeless architecture flanking the beach. The statues of Thiruvalluvar, Kannagi, Avvaiyar display the roots of language intertwined with politics. Political seeds were planted in the sands of the Marina since the British period, and today, the former chief ministers of Tamil Nadu, C.N. Annadurai, MG Ramachandran, M. Karunanidhi and J. Jayalalitha choose to rest by the sea.      

The statues and memorials by the sea serve as ghosts of the past and symbols of the political movement that make Madras what it is today. Join us on this trail which reveals the history of the city, shaped by its pioneers and institutions of yesteryear.

 

 

Led By

Sivagami Periannan

Meeting Time

07:00 AM

Meeting point

Thiruvalluvar Statue

Nearest Bus/Metro station

Triplicane MRTS station|Thiruvalluvar statue bus stop|Kannagi statue bus stop

Disclaimer

The information & views presented by walk leaders and individual speakers are based on personal perspectives and points of view and do not necessarily represent views, opinions and official policies of Sahapedia.

Sahapedia reserves the right to cancel an event due to unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be informed accordingly.

Maintaining safety during our events is our main priority. We have implemented several social distancing and safety measures to limit physical interactions between all attendees at the walk. Sahapedia/ India Heritage Walks is not responsible for any illnesses developing due to participation in physical events. 

 

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Email: ihw@sahapedia.org

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Please Note

  • No entry fee to any building.
  • Photography allowed from exterior of buildings.
  • Parking anywhere within the Marina beach parking premises
  • Wear comfortable footwear and carry a hat along with a bottle of water.
  • Try to keep pace with the group. Please try to be on time at the venue, as the roads tend to get busy and less enjoyable later in the day. We will be starting the walk on time.