Chennai in India, formerly known as Madras, is the cultural capital of South India and has many interesting things to see. Marina Beach, the second-longest urban beach in the world at 13 km long, is a sunset hotspot for its fun atmosphere, food stalls and theme park rides. Fort St. George pays homage to the legacy of the British East India Company. The was the first seat of power of the British and now houses the Government of Tamil Nadu. Onsite, you can also find St Mary’s Church and the Fort Museum, which is open from 10:00–17:00 every day except Friday. In nearby George Town, appreciate the grand Madras High Court with its beautiful and unique red architecture. The Triplicane neighbourhood offers multi-culturalism at its best, with Hindu and Jain temples, mosques, and Brahmin Agraharams almost side-by-side. For shopping, head to Thyagaraya Nagar. Be warned - this is one of the most crowded spots in India. The historic Mylapore area houses important religious buildings, including the Kapaleeshwarar Temple, one of the oldest places of worship in the world, and the Santhome Cathedral Basilica, reputedly one of three churches built over the tomb of one of the 12 Apostles of Jesus.