Southern Railway Headquarters, Railway administrative building in Chennai, India
The Southern Railway Headquarters features high domes, pointed arches, and decorative elements that merge Indian and Islamic architectural traditions in a four-story structure.
Built in 1921 during British colonial rule, this administrative center marked the establishment of organized railway operations in southern India through centralized management.
The building represents Indo-Saracenic architecture through its fusion of Indian, Islamic, and European design elements, including ornamental pillars and floral patterns.
The headquarters coordinates train schedules, manages railway operations, and handles administrative tasks for the entire southern region of Indian Railways.
Each corner of the building contains stone carvings depicting different types of traditional Indian transportation methods, from bullock carts to early locomotives.
Location: Chennai
Inception: 1921
Architectural style: Indo-Saracenic architecture
GPS coordinates: 13.08257,80.27708
Latest update: June 7, 2025 16:37
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