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Traditional basket weaving in Chettinad

Visit Chettinad, India

Visit Chettinad, India

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The Chettiars thrived as businessmen and built huge, richly decorated palaces to house their wealth.

However trade declined and after World War II many of the Chettiars moved away from the area, abandoning their vast houses.

Traditional craftsmen

A visit to this area provides an interesting contrast to the ancient history of the temple towns, with traditional craftsmen at work in the market and dusty lanes lined with crumbling carved fa莽ades hiding cavernous interiors supported by Myanmar teak and satinwood pillars.

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Suggested itinerary featuring Chettinad

This sample itinerary will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Chettinad, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.

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    • Chettinad Palace courtyard
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    • Village life in Chettinad
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    • Athangudi tile making, Chettinad, India
    • Traditional basket making, Chettinad, India
    • Traditional basket making, Chettinad, India

    Accommodation choices for Chettinad

    We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Chettinad. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.

    Ideas for experiencing Chettinad

    Our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know the places that could feature in your trip. These activities reflect some of the experiences they've most enjoyed while visiting Chettinad, and which use the best local guides.

    • Chettinad Mansions Tour
      Chettinad Palace, Chettinad

      Chettinad Mansions Tour

      Chettinad Mansions Tour

      The Chettinad region is fascinating 鈥� legend has it that the Chettiars were pivotal in the Chola Empire, dominating coastal business as gem dealers, salt merchants and chandlers.

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