Visit Old Libraries Of Chennai

4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

If you are one of those people who finds the smell of books too tempting to ignore, then this tour is meant for you. Visit two of the biggest libraries of India. The Connemara Public Library is also the oldest library of India. Also visit the Anna Centenary Library that is spread over eight floors of a sprawling complex that is well equipped with state of the art facilities including a spacious auditorium, amphitheater and two conference halls.

Highlights:
• Connemara Public Library
• Anna Centenary Library
• Braille section of Anna Centenary Library

What's Included

Transport by private air conditioned vehicle
02 bottles of mineral water per person
Local English speaking guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your hotel in Chennai

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    You will be picked up from fixed point / hotel leave for sightseeing. Connemara Public Library, the oldest library in India that was established in 1896. It is worth to note that this library was originally operated by bringing surplus books from Haileybury and Imperial Service College Library in England. It is also one of the four National Depository Libraries which receives a copy of all books, newspapers and periodicals published in India. It is a repository of centuries old publications, wherein lie some of the most respected works and collections in the country. It also serves as a depository library for the UN.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Anna Centenary Library is a newly established state library of the Government of Tamil Nadu. It is South Asia's largest and most elegantly designed library. It has over 1.2 million books in its collection. The major attraction of the library is the children's section with fun-filled theme-based reading area, multimedia kits and storybooks. The library also has a special section for the visually-impaired, with talking books and Braille displays. Once your tour will be finished you will be driven back to fixed point / your hotel.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
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