Triplicane
Triplicane, derived from the Tamil name Thiruvallikeni meaning "sacred lily pond," is one of Chennai's most historic quarters. It is home to the 8th-century Parthasarathy Temple, one of the 108 Divya Desams of Vaishnavism, and Vivekanandar Illam, the heritage bungalow where Swami Vivekananda stayed in 1897. The neighbourhood's narrow lanes bustle with flower markets, textile shops, and street food stalls, preserving an old-world Chennai charm that coexists with the nearby modern Marina Beach promenade.
Government & Administrative Offices
Administrative and revenue offices serving Triplicane.
Chennai Corporation
Teynampet (Zone 9)
Ward(s): 119, 120, 121, 122, 123, 124
Zone 9 Office, Teynampet, Chennai 600018
Phone: 044-2434 6313
Triplicane Sub-Registrar Office
Sub-Registrar Office
Big Street, Triplicane, Chennai 600005
Phone: 044-2844 4356
Jurisdiction: Triplicane, Chepauk, Royapettah, Ice House
Mylapore-Triplicane Taluk Office
Mylapore-Triplicane Taluk
Royapettah, Chennai 600014
Phone: 044-2852 1675
Post Offices
India Post offices serving Triplicane.
Triplicane SO
Sub Post Office · 600005
Big Street, Triplicane, Chennai 600005
Phone: 044-2844 5005
Chepauk SO
Sub Post Office · 600005
Chepauk, Chennai 600005
Places of Interest
Key attractions and landmarks in Triplicane.
Parthasarathy Temple
An 8th-century Vaishnavite temple dedicated to Lord Krishna as the charioteer of Arjuna, one of the 108 Divya Desams.
Learn moreVivekanandar Illam
A heritage bungalow where Swami Vivekananda stayed in 1897 after his famous Chicago address, now a museum and cultural centre.
Learn moreHealthcare
Hospitals, clinics, and medical services in Triplicane.
Sports & Recreation
Parks, sports facilities, and recreation spots in Triplicane.
Marina Beach Promenade
Kamarajar Salai, Marina Beach
Open 24 hours
Chepauk Stadium Grounds
Wallajah Road, Chepauk
6:00 AM – 9:00 AM (public hours)
Shopping
Malls, markets, and shopping destinations in Triplicane.
Schools & Colleges
Educational institutions in and around Triplicane.
Presidency College
College · Est. 1840
Kamarajar Salai, Triplicane
Government Wallajah Girls Higher Secondary School
School · State Board
Big Street, Triplicane
CSI Kellett Higher Secondary School
School · State Board · Est. 1856
Triplicane High Road
Hindu Higher Secondary School
School · State Board · Est. 1854
Triplicane
Sir Sivaswami Kalalaya Senior Secondary School
School · CBSE · Est. 1930
Mylapore (near Triplicane)
Lady Willingdon Training College Higher Secondary School
School · State Board
Triplicane
M.Ct.M. Chidambaram Chettyar Higher Secondary School
School · State Board
Royapettah (near Triplicane)
Muslim Higher Secondary School
School · State Board · Est. 1890
Triplicane
P.S. Senior Secondary School
School · CBSE · Est. 1917
Mylapore (near Triplicane)
St. Ebba's Matriculation School
School · Matriculation
Triplicane
C.S.I. Ewart Matriculation Higher Secondary School
School · Matriculation
Royapettah (near Triplicane)
Doveton Corrie School
School · ICSE · Est. 1821
Vepery (near Triplicane)
Chevalier T. Thomas Elizabeth Higher Secondary School
School · State Board
Royapettah
Rosary Matriculation Higher Secondary School
School · Matriculation · Est. 1898
Mylapore (near Triplicane)
Vivekanandar Vidyalaya
School · Matriculation
Triplicane
Madras University
University · Est. 1857
Chepauk, Triplicane
Queen Mary's College
College · Est. 1914
Marina Campus, Triplicane
Transport
Getting around and connecting from Triplicane.
Triplicane Bus Stand
bus stop
Chepauk MRTS
suburban train · Beach–Velachery Line
Lighthouse Metro (upcoming)
metro · Line 3
Bus Routes
MTC and TNSTC bus services from Triplicane.
| Route | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Broadway | Thiruvanmiyur |
| 5B | Broadway | Adyar |
| 6 | Broadway | Besant Nagar |
| 23C | Broadway | Adyar |
| M27 | Broadway | Mylapore |
| 29C | Ennore | Thiruvanmiyur |
| 45A | Broadway | Velachery |
| M70 | Broadway | Adyar Depot |
| 21H | Tambaram | Broadway |
| 36B | T. Nagar | Marina Beach |
| 5C | Broadway | Thiruvanmiyur |