Chennai is a bustling metropolis and capital of the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Visit Valluvar Kottam, a beautifully designed chariot built in honor of Thiruvalluvar, a famous Tamil poet, and saint. Get a peek into the culture, architecture, artifacts, and houses of the five south Indian states at DakshinaChitra, a museum located about an hour from the city center. Discover ancient south Indian bronze statues and marble sculptures at the Government Museum. Admire the beauty of Dravidian architecture at Kapaleeswarar Temple, the holy shrine of Hindu God Lord Shiva. Spend an evening at Marina Beach, the world's second-longest beach situated along the Bay of Bengal. Visit Santhome Cathedral Basilica, a neo-gothic cathedral built in the 16th century and also home to the tomb of Saint Thomas, one of Jesus' twelve apostles.