Chennai, also known as Madras is the capital of Tamil Nadu is one of the major metropolises of India. The gracious capital also serves as a gateway to South India and presents culture which is totally different from north India. Architecture, culture, music, dance and other forms of arts are cherished and nurtured in the city which is fastly moving towards industrialization but continuous to be traditional and conventional in many ways. The contribution of India to the spiritual sphere of modern world is unique. The great history of India is interwoven in temple worship and pilgrimages and in south India, temple worship is an ancient tradition. There temples are the learning seat of spirituality and the major hub of social and cultural activities. So make a plan and book flight tickets for travelling to Chennai from London and do visit these glorious architectural wonders depicting various ears in the region.

Some of the most sought after temples in Chennai include:-

Mylai Karaneeswarar Temple:- It is situated in Mylapore which is one of the most happening places in Chennai which is situated at a distance of 0.5 kilometers from world famous Kapaleeswarar Temple in Mylapore. It is one of the seven sacred temples of Shiva which is called as Karaneeswara means one who has causes. It is believed that the temple might belong to 12th century AD. The main deities of temple are Karaneeswara and his consort Porkodi Amman both the idols are found in different shrines.

Kapaleeshwar Temple:- Located in Mylapore , it one of the finest example of eight-century Pallavan architecture and is the oldest temple in city. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the lingam is known as Kapaleeshwar. In temple you can find a small shrine of goddess Parvathi in the form of a peacock worshipping her consort Lord Shiva. Arupathu Moovar Vilzha, the main festival of temple which is celebrated in the months of March/ April when thousands of devotees throng here to participate in 10 day festivity in honor of 63 Nayammars.

Mahabalipuram Temple and Rathas:- This world famous temple is situated along the shores of Bay of Bengal which is about 60 kilometers from the south of Chennai is an architectural wonders and is included in UNESCO World heritage site.  There are about nine monolithic temples at Mahabalipuram which is a unique contribution of Pallavas to India art. These monolithic temples are locally known as Ratha that give birth to a new style of architecture, the South Indian temple architecture.

Parthasarathy Temple:- It is an ancient temple built in 8th century by kings of Pallava dynasty  and have   Dravidian style of architecture . The principal deity of this temple is Lord Krishna who was the charioteer of Arjuna is also worth visiting site.

So book cheap flight tickets for holidays in Chennai click here as the city has many more such glorious temples of worth visit like Adeeswar Temple, Asthalakshmi Temple, Ayyappan Temple etc.

Shanghai a multi- cultural metropolis is an amazing mix of ancient and hi-tech western civilization. With just little more than a decade the city has transformed itself into an ultra modern cosmopolitan which represents a true model for 21st century city. For visitors they find no other city like Shanghai where skyscraper lines the skies looking over classical architecture and ancient pagodas. This classic blend of east and west offers tourist an amazing experience which is truly incredible. If you ready to experience all this and much more, then just plan a trip and grab deal on flights to Shanghai and enjoy a memorable trip of your life.

The list of sights and attractions seems endless in Shanghai and is not possible to get the glimpses of all this on just a single tour. So lets us catch some of the most iconic landmarks and attractions of this city that will surely leave you spellbound.

Peace Hotel is one of the major attractions of city. This magnificent hotel was built in 1929 and is one of the finest hotels in the world. Take a walk through the lobby and go up to the rooftop to enjoy the panoramic view of Bund and Nanjing Lu.

If you love good food the Xin Tian Di is one of the most popular restaurant and bar which is an example of success of urban renewal efforts which makes it modern, chic and elegant. Locals as well as tourists flock here and pack its streets on days and nights. Xin Tian Di is divided into North and South blocks. The South block is more modern of two and is the home to China’s first major shopping centers as well as boutiques, restaurants and nightclubs. North Block provides a great contrast to the modernity of the South Block.

See the performances of world famous Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe, that perform nightly at Shanghai Center Theatre showcasing their incredible talent that leave you awestruck. They will amaze you with their balancing acts, complicated juggling and acrobatic skills in their two hours show. Just bring your camera with you and load it with these amazing acts.

No trip to shanghai is considered compete without enjoying river cruise. Cruise range from a quick 30 minute to 4 hours where you can enjoy the glory and emergence of Shanghai from a new perspective. Enjoy Huangpu River cruise and catch the glimpses of The Oriental Pearl TV Tower, The Bund, and Jin Mao etc. and enjoy a scrumptious dinner as well.

Every city of China is full of amazing sites and visuals. So catch open jaw flights to China and enjoy the maximum on your journey.