Tiruvallur is a small town neighboring the capital of Tamil
Nadu state, Chennai. Tiruvallur is located towards the north west of
Chennai city and is surrounded by other important districts of the
Tamil Nadu state like Vellore and Kancheepuram. The region exists as
irregular stretches of land that marks the boundary of the Chennai
metropolitan city. The town is connected to the popular city by rail
and road networks. Some recent developments relating to the large
scale establishment of industries in the town has made it quite
popular.
History
The history of Tiruvallur is quite analogous to that of Chennai.
The place bears some remarkable impressions left by the Pallavas who
ruled these parts, as early as 7th century A.D. The power South
Indian dynasties came to an end with the fall of the Golconda
rulers. The Mughal emperors defeated the local rulers in the year
1687 and established their rule over the lands. The last to occupy
the lands were the British. The British took over the lands in the
year 1825. But before this (British domination) the region had to
bear Carnatic Wars that was fought between British and French
troops. The British rule finally ended with the independence of
India.
Attractions
Tiruvallur, like any other district of Tamil Nadu, is provided with
some splendid temples. Temples like Arulmigu Subramaniya Swami
Temple, Devi Karumariamman Temple, Murrugan Temple, Veeraraghava
Perumal Temple are some of the famous worshipping places in the
town. Besides marvelous temples the region also features many
industrial estates that have gained great momentum and importance in
the recent years. The Ambattur region that lies close to the Chennai
city outskirts is considered as one of the largest small scale
industrial estates in the whole of South Asia. Some other tourist
destinations in the region include Poonamallee, Pazhayanur, Poondi
Reservoir and Pulicat Boating Centre.
Accessibility
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