A lesser known getaway from Chennai, Tranquebar or Tharangambadi, was the first Danish trading post in India established in 1620. Yet again another attraction along the ECR, Tranquebar, a beachside colonial town, is filled with buildings from the yesteryears – the Danish museum, the Jerusalem Church and Fort Dansborg {sea-facing fort} among others. However, the main attraction is the gorgeous sea which has the cleanest sand and the most beautiful seashells. This town certainly has the perfect beaches for a peaceful getaway.
Distance from Chennai: 270 kms
Duration: 6 hours
