George Town, Historical neighborhood near Fort Saint George, Chennai, India
George Town extends from Chennai Central railway station to the Bay of Bengal, with narrow lanes dedicated to specialized commerce and traditional markets.
The British East India Company established Fort St. George in 1640 as their first fortress in India, leading to the development of the surrounding township.
The district contains religious structures from multiple faiths, including temples constructed between 1640 and 1680, reflecting the local population's diversity.
Sowcarpet Street presents numerous fabric stores operated by merchants from Rajasthan and Gujarat, while Burma Bazaar offers electronic products at reduced prices.
The area includes Parry's Corner, named after Thomas Parry who founded EID Parry Company in 1787, serving as a central commercial and transportation point.
Location: Chennai
Inception: 1640
Founders: East India Company
Shares border with: Royapuram
GPS coordinates: 13.09209,80.28224
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:01
Chennai Central railway station
1.1 km
Fort St. George
1.5 km
Chennai Suburban Railway
1.3 km
Ripon Building
1.6 km
Kalikambal Temple
792 m
Rajaji Hall
2.7 km
Napier Bridge
2.6 km
St. Mary's Church, Chennai
1.6 km
Chennai Tech Park
2.9 km
Victoria Public Hall
1.5 km
Southern Railway Headquarters
1.2 km
The Island, Chennai
2 km
General Post Office, Chennai
965 m
Armenian Church, Chennai
642 m
Chennakesava Perumal Temple, Chennai
1.6 km
Victory War Memorial
2.1 km
Equestrian statue of Thomas Munro
1.8 km
Senate House
3 km
Madras Gymkhana Club
2.3 km
Tamil Nadu Police Museum
2.9 km
Chennai Port Trust Centenary Building
1.2 km
Ekambareswarar Temple, Chennai
603 m
Anderson Church, Chennai
766 m
Royapuram fire temple, Chennai
2.5 km
Periyar Bridge
2.3 km
M. Singaravelar Maligai
1.2 km
Narayanas Arihant Ocean Tower
3.1 km
Mizpah church
766 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes