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MSF/Chennai Fort (6 PFs)
Local Name: Fort Station
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Updated: Sep 14 (13:15)
Chennai Fort railway station, located in the heart of Chennai's historic George Town district, is a bustling hub. It boasts six platforms, catering to a large volume of commuters and intercity trains. The station offers basic amenities like ticket counters, waiting rooms, and refreshment stalls. For travelers interested in history and culture, the station's proximity to Fort St. George and the Government Museum makes it an ideal starting point for exploring the city's rich past.

Tourism

Parthasarathy Temple: A historic temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, known for its intricate carvings.
Kapaleeshwarar Temple: A beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, renowned for its Dravidian architecture.
San Thome Basilica: A significant church believed to be the burial site of Saint Thomas the Apostle.
Fort St. George: A historic fort built by the British East India Company, offering a glimpse into colonial history.
Government Museum: A museum showcasing a vast collection of artifacts, paintings, and sculptures representing Indian art and culture.

Food

Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant: Known for its delicious South Indian vegetarian dishes and thalis.
Saravana Bhavan: A popular chain serving authentic South Indian vegetarian meals.
Hotel Woodlands: A well-established restaurant offering a wide variety of vegetarian dishes and snacks.
Aachi Mess: A budget-friendly eatery serving delicious and authentic South Indian vegetarian food.
Ratna Cafe: A popular spot for quick vegetarian snacks and South Indian breakfast items.

Station Address

Muthuswamy Rd, George Town, Chennai 600009
State: Tamil Nadu

Elevation: 3 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: SG-3
Zone: SR/Southern   Division: MGR Chennai


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Circar Express led by at Chennai Fort station
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Fast Locals have been restored in Chennai's South line, the Chennai Beach - Tambaram - Chengalpattu section, after almost a year. Watch some of them here.
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Mar 10 2018 (00:28)   17643/Chengalpattu - Kakinada Port Circar Express (PT) | MSF/Chennai Fort (6 PFs) | LGD/WAP-7/30240
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17643 Circar Express led by Lallaguda WAP7 - 30240 at Chennai Fort station for video click here
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