Mylapore

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161, Kutchery Rd, Vinayaka Nagar Colony, Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600004, India

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N13° 2' 0.96" E80° 16' 7.32"   (13.0336, 80.2687) Start navigation »

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Mylapore (Mayilāppūr) is a cultural hub and neighborhood in the southern part of the city of Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu, India. It is one of the oldest residential parts of the city. It is also called Thirumayilai.
Mylapore is known for its tree-lined avenues, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Katcheri seasons and Ramakrishna Math among many others. Portuguese invaded and demolished the original Kapaleeshwarar Temple and built San Thome Basilica which houses the tomb of Thomas the Apostle.

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