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Chennai, formerly known as Madras is
the capital of Tamil Nadu in the southern part of India.
This fourth largest city in India sprawls over more
than 70 sq km of land. Lying by the Bay of Bengal, Chennai
the present gateway to the South of India.
Population: 6.4 Million
State: Tamil Nadu
Area: 174 sq. km
Latitudinal parallels: 13th north parallel.
Longitudinal meridians: 80-degree longitude
Temp Max. Min.
Summer: 37?C 21.10?C
Winter: 32?C 19.81?C
Rainfall: 1,272 mm
Monsoon: The Chennai monsoon period is from October
to mid-December.
Season: Tropical throughout the year.
Altitude: 60 m above sea level
Languages Spoken: Tamil, English, Tamil, Hindi, Urdu,
Malayalam are widely spoken and understood.
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