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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <LscsResult><DestinationRootContainer><generalSectionContainer><cityStatus>active</cityStatus><entryPageActiveStatus>active</entryPageActiveStatus><Smartvel>disable</Smartvel><destinationTypeDetails><regionName>South Asia</regionName><regionLabel>South Asia</regionLabel><regionID>South Asia</regionID><country>IN</country><countryLabel>India</countryLabel><countryTranslated>India</countryTranslated><city>MAA</city><cityCode/><cityLabel>Chennai</cityLabel><airportcode>MAA</airportcode><cityTranslated>Chennai</cityTranslated><pageTitle>Book flights to Chennai (MAA) | Singapore Airlines</pageTitle><cityLanguages>Tamil, English</cityLanguages></destinationTypeDetails><destinationEntryDetails><destinationImage>/saar5/images/destination/top-banners/Chennai.jpg</destinationImage><altText>Chennai </altText><thumbnailImage>/saar5/images/fare-deal-images/Chennai.jpg</thumbnailImage><thumbnailAltText>Scenery View of Marina Beach in Chennai India</thumbnailAltText><cityintroTitle>&lt;p&gt;Chennai, erstwhile Madras, has the reputation of being a laid-back city, especially when compared to the glitzy glamour of Mumbai or the frenetic pace of Delhi.&lt;/p&gt;</cityintroTitle><cityDescription>&lt;p&gt;A favourite pastime among locals is to spend time on one of the crowded beaches, catching up with friends or taking a stroll by the boulevard.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Of late though, Chennai has come into its own, with a slew of luxury hotels, restaurants and cafes serving international cuisine as well as swanky shopping options.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;More than any other city, Chennai can lay claim to being the premier centre for the performing arts in India. That apart, the city is also home to a thriving film industry, with dozens of studios clustered around the suburb of Kodambakkam (giving it the cheeky sobriquet Kollywood).&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;They say there are three seasons in Chennai: hot, hotter and hottest. If you manage to adjust to the weather, it can be a fascinating city to explore.&lt;/p&gt;</cityDescription><cityHoverDescription/></destinationEntryDetails><metaKeyword>flights to Chennai, Chennai attractions, things to do in Chennai, things to eat in Chennai, accomodation options in Chennai</metaKeyword><metaDescription>&lt;p&gt;Travel to Chennai with Singapore Airlines' latest flight deals. Click here to discover fare deals, things to do and places to stay with our travel guide.&lt;/p&gt;</metaDescription></generalSectionContainer><whatToDoPageTitle>What To Do in Chennai</whatToDoPageTitle><whatToDoODImage/><whatToDoODAltText/><whatToDoSection><category>Road-trips</category><categoryLabel>Road trips</categoryLabel><heading>Rickshaw ride</heading><Description>Hail an auto rickshaw (known locally as &amp;ldquo;auto&amp;rdquo;) for a joy ride. It is the most preferred mode of travel within the city. Although they are supposed to charge by the electronic meter, be sure to brush up on your bargaining skills before you get in.</Description><insiderLabel>Insider Tip</insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). It's lip-smackingly good.</insider><whatToDoImage>/saar5/images/destination/what-to-do/maa/rickshaw.jpg</whatToDoImage><whatToDoImageAltText/><links><infoLinkLabel/><externalLinkInfo/><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/></links></whatToDoSection><whatToDoSection><category>Beaches</category><categoryLabel>Beaches</categoryLabel><heading>Marina Beach</heading><Description>Take an evening stroll on Marina Beach, the second longest beach stretch in the world. Apart from the fresh air and local seaside fun, Marina is a great place for people watching. Try your hand at kite flying or munch on some spicy fritters on the beach in the evenings.</Description><insiderLabel>Insider Tip</insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). It's lip-smackingly good.</insider><whatToDoImage/><whatToDoImageAltText/><links><infoLinkLabel/><externalLinkInfo/><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/></links></whatToDoSection><whatToDoSection><category>Family</category><categoryLabel>Family</categoryLabel><heading>Shop at Nali Silks</heading><Description>Shop at Nalli Silks, almost considered a temple to silk in the city since 1928. Buy a stunning silk sari that is woven in the neighbouring town of Kanjeevaram (also called Kanchipuram) to wear on special occasions.</Description><insiderLabel>Insider Tip</insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). It's lip-smackingly good.</insider><whatToDoImage/><whatToDoImageAltText/><links><infoLinkLabel/><externalLinkInfo/><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/></links></whatToDoSection><whatToDoSection><category>Cultural</category><categoryLabel>Cultural</categoryLabel><heading>Saravana Bhavan</heading><Description>Have &amp;ldquo;tiffin&amp;rdquo; (snacks) and filter coffee at Saravana Bhavan; the masala dosa (rice pancake with a filling of dry, spiced potato) is a must-try here. Or go the whole hog with a south Indian thali (meat and vegetable platter) and wash it all down with a cup of piping hot &amp;ldquo;kapi,&amp;rdquo; as coffee is known locally.</Description><insiderLabel>Insider Tip</insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). It's lip-smackingly good.</insider><whatToDoImage/><whatToDoImageAltText/><links><infoLinkLabel/><externalLinkInfo/><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/></links></whatToDoSection><whatToDoSection><category>Cultural</category><categoryLabel>Cultural</categoryLabel><heading>450-year-old banyan tree</heading><Description>Visit the 450-year-old banyan tree, housed inside the Theosophical Society (ts-adyar.org), a worldwide organisation dedicated to promoting peace. The premises have seen many luminaries in the past, including visionary freedom fighter Annie Besant. Located in a residential suburb of Adyar, it is a perfect haven of calm amid the buzz of the city.</Description><insiderLabel>Insider Tip</insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). It's lip-smackingly good.</insider><whatToDoImage/><whatToDoImageAltText/><links><infoLinkLabel/><externalLinkInfo/><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/></links></whatToDoSection><whatToDoSection><category>Cultural</category><categoryLabel>Cultural</categoryLabel><heading>Fort St George</heading><Description>Explore the Fort area, once the hub of the East India Company in Chennai. The Fort St George, built in 1639, now houses the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly and Secretariat. Peep into the Fort Museum (asi.nic.in/asi_museums_chennai.asp) for some fascinating insights into Chennai’s tumultous history and the days of the British Raj. The complex is also home to St Mary’s Church, one of the oldest Anglican churches in India, dating back to 1680.</Description><insiderLabel>Insider Tip</insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). It's lip-smackingly good.</insider><whatToDoImage/><whatToDoImageAltText/><links><infoLinkLabel/><externalLinkInfo/><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/></links></whatToDoSection><whatToDoMetaDetails><metaKeyword>What To Do in Chennai</metaKeyword><metaDescription>&lt;p&gt;Don't miss out on these activites when visiting Chennai.&lt;/p&gt;</metaDescription></whatToDoMetaDetails><whereToStayPageTitle>Where to stay in Chennai</whereToStayPageTitle><whereToStayODImage/><whereToStayODAltText/><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>Vivanta by Taj – Connemara</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>Housed in a building over 150 years old, the Taj Connemara is a Chennai landmark. Built in 1854 as The Imperial, it was converted into Connemara towards the end of the 19th century. Connemara is also one of the few hotels to which an entire book has been devoted: &amp;ldquo;A Tradition of Madras that is Chennai - The Taj Connemara&amp;rdquo; by city historian S. Muthiah. During your stay, make sure to drop in at Spencer&amp;rsquo;s Plaza next door, one of the oldest malls in India, for a bit of local shopping. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; Book one of the guided city tours offered by the hotel. The Peacock Trail in the ancient neighbourhood of Mylapore is highly recommended.</hotelDescription><ratingLabel>Rating</ratingLabel><hotelRating>5.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel>Insider Tip</insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). 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The hotel has even made it to the Conde Nast Traveler&amp;rsquo;s Hot List 2013. Look out for the striking art installations based on the theme of traditional Indian textiles. And drop in at the Antahpura Spa for traditional wellness treatments native to the state of Tamil Nadu. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; Take an evening off to enjoy the indulgent high tea at The Dining Room, which provides an array of snacks along with the hot beverages.</hotelDescription><ratingLabel>Rating</ratingLabel><hotelRating>5.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel>Insider Tip</insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). 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It boasts nine spacious meeting rooms, making it an ideal venue for corporate conferences and workshops. After a day of hard work, head to one of the five eateries inside the hotel that offer varied cuisines, or choose between the two bars for a relaxing drink. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; Drop into The Brew Room for a taste of coffees from all over the world.</hotelDescription><ratingLabel>Rating</ratingLabel><hotelRating>4.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel>Insider Tip</insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). 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Nagar. Locals regularly make tracks to the Bike and Barrel pub, with its superb cocktails, food that goes beyond basic &amp;ldquo;pub grub&amp;rdquo; and pulsating music belted out by a DJ. Check it out, if only for its eclectic collection of memorabilia, including a bike hanging from the ceiling. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;Book a table at the rooftop Crown restaurant for good North Indian food and fine views of the city.</hotelDescription><ratingLabel>Rating</ratingLabel><hotelRating>5.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel>Insider Tip</insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). It's lip-smackingly good.</insider><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/maa/Residency-Towers.jpg</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Chennai - The Residency Towers</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/partners/tracking.aspx?cid=1618815&amp;currency=SGD&amp;urltogo=http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/india/chennai/the_residency_towers.html&amp;backlink=http://www.agoda.com.sg/singaporeair&amp;header=http://img.agoda.net/images/partnermarketing/clp/sgair/sgair_header4.html</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel>115 Sir Thyagaraya Road T Nagar, Chennai City Center, Chennai, India 600017</locationLinkLabel><externalLink>115 Sir Thyagaraya Road T Nagar, Chennai City Center, Chennai, India 600017</externalLink><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>Lemon Tree</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>The Lemon Tree hotel in the industrial suburb of Guindy is close to the international airport, as well as the Information Technology hub of TIDEL Park, where several global companies are located. The hotel exudes a cheerful vibe right from the yellow uniforms of the staff to the pop art frames on the walls. Choose from the 108 spacious rooms of varying sizes and tariffs. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;The hotel is one of the few in the city with an easy access room for the differently abled.</hotelDescription><ratingLabel>Rating</ratingLabel><hotelRating>4.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel>Insider Tip</insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). It's lip-smackingly good.</insider><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/maa/Lemon-Tree.jpg</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Chennai - Lemon Tree</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Lemon Tree</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/partners/tracking.aspx?cid=1618815&amp;currency=SGD&amp;urltogo=http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/india/chennai/lemon_tree_hotel_chennai.html&amp;backlink=http://www.agoda.com.sg/singaporeair&amp;header=http://img.agoda.net/images/partnermarketing/clp/sgair/sgair_header4.html</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel>72, Sardar Patel Road, Guindy, Chennai City Center, Chennai, India 600032</locationLinkLabel><externalLink>72, Sardar Patel Road, Guindy, Chennai City Center, Chennai, India 600032</externalLink><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStayMetaDetails><metaKeyword>Where to stay in Chennai</metaKeyword><metaDescription>&lt;p&gt;Choose from a variety of accomodation options in Chennai.&lt;/p&gt;</metaDescription></whereToStayMetaDetails><whereToEatPageTitle>Where To Eat in Chennai</whereToEatPageTitle><whereToEatODImage/><whereToEatODAltText/><whereToEatSection><places><category>Indian</category><categoryLabel>Indian</categoryLabel><categoryLink>www.itchotels.in/welcomcuisine/dakshin/cuisine_origin_brief.html</categoryLink><whereToEatHeading>Dakshin</whereToEatHeading><restaurantsDescription>This restaurant at the Park Sheraton hotel is a perennial Chennai favourite, attracting discerning locals as well as visitors to the city. Dakshin is the signature South Indian restaurant of the ITC hotel and delivers on quality and taste consistently. The restaurant is known for reaching beyond the usual staples of South Indian cooking to present lesser-known recipes from various communities. The decor is reflective of the serene grandeur of temples from the South. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; Go straight for a thali for a sample from all the south Indian states, from mild Kerala stew to fiery Andhra mutton curries.</restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel>Insider Tip </insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). It's lip-smackingly good.</insider><whereToEatImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/maa/Dakshin.jpg</whereToEatImage><whereToEatImageAltText>Where To Eat in Chennai - Dakshin</whereToEatImageAltText><links><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink>ITC Green Centre 10, Institutional Area Sector 32 Gurgaon –122001</externalLink><contactNo>1-800-102-2333</contactNo></links></places></whereToEatSection><whereToEatSection><places><category>Italian</category><categoryLabel>Italian</categoryLabel><categoryLink>www.zomato.com/chennai/tuscana-pizzeria-akkarai</categoryLink><whereToEatHeading>Tuscana Pizzeria</whereToEatHeading><restaurantsDescription>For the best wood-fired, thin crust pizzas in town, look no further than Tuscana. The name is a nod to Toscana (Tuscany), the Italian region which heavily influences the menu and style of cooking here. From soft focaccias to a variety of pastas and risottos, Tuscana does it all with a flourish. And save space for a helping of tiramisu or a Neapolitan cannoli. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;Assuage your guilt over the sinfully rich food by choosing a wheat or multigrain crust for your pizza.</restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel>Insider Tip </insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). 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Kick back with a drink here, and request for your favourites from the live band. The theme aims to be Irish, with folk music from the Emerald Isle playing through the afternoon. Don&amp;rsquo;t stop with the drinks but also try the wide range of pub style food and sharing platters. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; If you are in the neighbourhood, then drop by for a power lunch that ends with classic Irish coffee.</restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel>Insider Tip </insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). 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Ignore the spicy sambhar stew and focus on the three varieties of chutney (spiced fruit sauces) served with the steaming hot idli. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; After a plate of idly, venture further into Tamil Nadu &amp;ldquo;tiffin&amp;rdquo; territory with an order of onion uttappam &amp;ndash; shallow fried pancakes with a generous topping of shallots.</restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel>Insider Tip </insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). 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Keep an eye out for one of the food festivals regularly hosted by Benjarong, for a taste of Thai dishes not usually found on restaurant menus. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; The food tends to be on the spicier side, so convey your preferences while placing the order.</restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel>Insider Tip </insiderLabel><insider>If you visit when the vegetable is in season, do remember to order the restaurant's famous carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried artichoke). 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