Chennai Culture
The people of Chennai are staunch believers of custom, convention and thus observe the religious rites with piety and devotion.
Food : Authentic Chettinad cuisine is highly acclaimed all over India. Here, a ‘Tiffin’ or a light meal comprises of
Films: Chennai is the capital of Kollywood, a style and trend setter in the state. The people of Chennai are avid fans of films. In fact as many as three full blown actors of this industry have emerged as three popular chief ministers of the state.
Arts: Madras Music academy organizes a five day music festival in which traditional singers of Carnatic music both from as well as outside the state participate. Another occasion known as Chennai Sangamam is organized every January. This spectacular cultural fare showcases the various talents and art forms of Tamil Nadu and is visited by thousands of art enthusiasts.
Food : Authentic Chettinad cuisine is highly acclaimed all over India. Here, a ‘Tiffin’ or a light meal comprises of
- Idli
- Dosai
- Pongal
- Vadai
- Coconut chutney
- Sambar
- Mulagapodi along with hot filter Coffee
- Steamed rice
- Sambar
- Dry curry
- Rasam
- Kootu
- Curd/ buttermilk
Films: Chennai is the capital of Kollywood, a style and trend setter in the state. The people of Chennai are avid fans of films. In fact as many as three full blown actors of this industry have emerged as three popular chief ministers of the state.
Arts: Madras Music academy organizes a five day music festival in which traditional singers of Carnatic music both from as well as outside the state participate. Another occasion known as Chennai Sangamam is organized every January. This spectacular cultural fare showcases the various talents and art forms of Tamil Nadu and is visited by thousands of art enthusiasts.
Festival in Chennai
Pongal: is the greatest festival in Chennai. It involves five days of continuous worship, with prayers offered to the Sun, Nature, the cattle and the like. Mattu Pongal is the most vibrant of all of them when thanksgiving ceremony to the beautifully adorned cattle makes the city come alive with color, pomp and religiosity