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Visalam

Chettinad, India

Visalam hotel is located 10km from the famous Thirumayan Fort in the Kanadukathan village of the Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu. It is a century-old palatial home with a lot of love and care put into keeping it to its former glory.

Onsite is a 24 hour front desk and keeping with local traditions, rooms are detailed with flooring made with local tiles and craftsmanship. Air conditioning is in each room, and outdoor is a pool to cool off in at the start or end of a busy day touring.

A variety of dining options are available – Shapad Shala where South Indian Chettinad cuisine can be enjoyed on a plantain leaf, a cafe by the pool for lunch, and/or there is a covered terrace for interactive cooking experiences.

On and nearby the property guests can go for a ride on a bullock cart or perhaps cycle around taking in glimpses of locals cooking traditional delicacies, local artisans can be admired and the many other charms of Chettinad can be admired.

You will love

  • Iconic Geoffrey Bawa pool
  • Old meets new in timeless style
  • The Raintree restaurant
  • Chennai’s rich heritage

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