Anna Nagar facts for kids
Anna Nagar is a cool neighbourhood in the big city of Chennai, India. It's a busy and important place where many people live. This area got its name from a famous Tamil leader named C. N. Annadurai. You can find Anna Nagar in the north-western part of Chennai.
One of the most famous spots in Anna Nagar is the Anna Nagar Tower. It was built way back in 1968 for a special event called the World Trade Fair.
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The Story of Anna Nagar
Anna Nagar wasn't always a big neighbourhood. Long ago, it was a small village called Naduvakkarai. Sometimes, it was also known as Mullam Village. Even today, official records for land still use the name Mullam Village!
Famous Landmarks
Anna Nagar Tower
The Anna Nagar Tower is a very tall structure, standing about 42 metres (138 feet) high! It was built for the 1968 World Trade Fair. A talented person named B. S. Abdur Rahman designed and built this impressive tower. It's a great place to visit and see views of the area.
Getting Around
Anna Nagar Railway Station
Getting around Anna Nagar is easy! The Anna Nagar railway station opened in 2003. It's located on Thirumangalam Road. This road is important because it connects Anna Nagar West to another area of Chennai called Villivakkam.
Images for kids
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Anna Nagar in 1972, showing how it looked long ago.
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A beautiful view inside the Ayyapan Temple.
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The famous Anna Nagar Tower, a landmark of the area.
