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Chengalpattu, previously known as Chingleput, is a town and the headquarters of Chengalpattu district of the state Tamil Nadu, India. The town is located near to the industrial and IT hub. It is the headquarters of the district and is 56 kilometres (35 mi) away from the state capital, Chennai on the National Highway 45 .
Chengalpattu district being part of the Kancheepuram district until recently and being in close geographical proximity to the city of Kancheepuram which is a cultural hub for the region, has undergone through almost all the phases of history which Kancheepuram has witnessed.
Chengalpattu district is situated on the north east coast of Tamilnadu with a total geographical area of 2945 Sq.Kms. The district is bounded on the north by the Chennai district, West by the Kancheepuram district and Thiruvanamalai districts and on the south by the Vilupuram district.
Jun 27, 2024 · Chengalpattu, town, northeastern Tamil Nadu state, southeastern India. It is located along the Palar River, about 35 miles (56 km) south-southwest of the city of Chennai (Madras). Chengalpattu dates from the early Chola dynasty of the 2nd century bce. Its name means “Town of Red Lotuses.”
Chengalpattu is about ancient monuments, temples, beaches and boating. The crocodile bank and zoological park provide a great tourist experience.
Chengalpattu often referred to as the ‘Gateway of Chennai’. Located 56 km away from the state capital. A land that was famous for ‘chenkazhuneer poo’ a type of lily found in this region, well known for its old heritage, culture, natural beauty and ancient temples, is now a growing city that enables people to work and live.
Chengalpattu district, a distinguished member among Tamil Nadu’s 38 districts, came into existence through a deliberate separation from Kanchipuram district on the memorable date of November 29, 2019.
