Fort St. George (or historically, White Town[1]) is the first English (later British) fortress in India, founded in 1639[2] at the coastal city of Madras, the modern city of Chennai. The construction of the fort provided the impetus for further settlements and trading activity, in what was originally an uninhabited land.[3] Thus, it is a feasible contention to say that the city evolved around the fortress.[4] The fort currently houses the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly and other official buildings.An arch commemorating the diamond jubilee of Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly is under construction near the Fort on Rajaji Salai close to Napier Bridge. The structure is a replica of Fort St George's façade. The arch will be rectangular in structure with a height of 41 ft and 80 m width being built at a cost of ₹ 1.33 crore. The structure will be a mix of old and modern architecture, inspired by the frontage of Fort St George. The legend 'Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly diamond jubilee commemorative arch' would be inscribed in English and Tamil, in addition to the words '60 years'. The chief minister J Jayalalithaa laid the foundation stone for the arch on 30 October 2012. Earlier, the arch was planned to be constructed close to the entrance of Fort St George, but was later relocated beyond the prohibitive zone, as per AMASR Act. A public interest litigation (PIL) was filed in the Madras High Court opposing the move stating that the arch would choke Rajaji Salai that leads to the High Court. However, the petition was dismissed by a division bench on 9 January 2013.

A great museum that has many historical artifacts about Chennai and history of Chennai. There is no parking for visitors anywhere near the campus. There is no entry fee when I went there. This and St. Mary’s church are must visit places. Plan to spend at-least few hours to soak in all the historical facts.

Fort St. George is the first English fortress in India, founded in 1639 at the coastal city of Madras, the modern city of Chennai. 1. Neat and clean good surrounding 2. But allowing to see some places now it's sad to ear

This is one of the best place for gain your knowledge. Fort St George (or historically, White Town is the first English (later British) fortress in India, founded in 1639at the coastal city of Madras, the modern city of Chennai. The construction of the fort provided the impetus for further settlements and trading activity, in what was originally an uninhabited land Thus, it is a feasible contention to say that the city evolved around the fortress.The fort currently houses the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly and other official buildings.

One of the best meseum in our India. The whole place is maintained by The Archaeological Survey of India. ●Entry fees 20/- which is payment through online and you have to fill the visitor details at that form and provide some Govt document like Driving lisence, Aadhaar card, Pan card, Passport No. ●Our first National Flag which was host by our first prime minister was preserved at here. ●Awsome oil plaster paintings of Queen Victoria and all the governors of Madras. ●Camera use is prohibited ●The Museum is situeated beside the CM's office and protected by our brave TN police officers. Please come here and feel our historic culture.

Good place to spend some time. Go on a weekend. Ample parking opposite. You need to pay online for the ticket. Only one floor is working, the 2nd floor on renovation.

The museum has a beautiful collection of the British India infantry armour and artillery as well as coins, medals, wares and painting portraits of various personalities of the 19th century, prominent figures , officials, royals of British Raj in India. The paintings are worth watching as some are masterpieces which have been presented and preserved with care and exhibited well. The building has 2 floors and one has to spare a couple of hours to look and read captions properly.

The museum it self is o.k but the 2 art galleries are great. Tickets only online. They will help you with it if you have a problem

The Fort St. George Museum, nestled in Chennai, is a historical marvel waiting to be explored. Founded in 1644, it stands as a living testament to the British East India Company's colonial influence in India. The fort's architecture, a blend of British and Indian styles, is a sight to behold, with its sturdy bastions and imposing ramparts. The museum houses a trove of colonial artifacts, from vintage weaponry to rare coins, offering a mesmerizing journey into the past. A hidden gem for history enthusiasts, it's worth a visit, especially if you seek a less crowded, immersive historical experience. Conveniently, the Fort St. George Museum offers ample parking in an open ground just across the road. Entry is hassle-free through a QR code scan at the main entrance, with a nominal INR 20 fee for adults. Enjoy a seamless visit!

Museum at Egmore is a great place to visit to improve the knowledge of people of any age. It's a must visit place for any age of kids those who are studying. But be sure not to visit on a Friday as it is a holiday for this museum.

On Friday it's closed so plan your visit accordingly. Ticket feel for adults is 30/- and for children is free of cost. I really enjoyed the fort museum. It's filled with cool stuff like ancient weapons and old uniforms. Walking through you get a feel for the history and stories behind the fort. It's like a trip back in time.

A must visit place! With a nominal entry free, you can see a treasure trove of historical and archeological relics in the heart of Chennai! Ticket gives you entry to 12 buildings and stone artefacts around the buildings. From stone, to copper and brass sculptures to copper plate documents, Written records, some rooms are with AC. Also, there are stuffed animals and fossils and corals. Lots of Chola, Pandya artifacts. Vishnu, Shiva, buddist and Jain artifacts from all over South India. Finally some nice paintings including those of Raja Ravi Varma. All those are put up in a historically important building. Must see the whale and elephant skeleton. The science and technology section can be made more interesting for kids like the Vishveshwaraya Technological Museum in Bangalore. That is the only dampner. A must visit place! Plan for at least 3 hrs walking about. Can be tiring for old people and boring for small kids. But it has children's sections as well

I went into the building without much expectations and I was thoroughly impressed with the entire experience. The property is well maintained with some interesting history presented inside. History lovers will love this place. Note : Tickets were bought by scanning the QR at the entrance, so make sure you have good smartphone with fast internet.

The Egmore museum is a very cool place for photoshoots and video shoots. You will get to see a very nice vibe. I have always been visiting the spot. You can see people of all age groups who gather to study or to chit chat. The greenery and the architecture of the building. They usually conduct several cultural events on sunday. And also there use to be alot exhibitions conducted there on weekends where artisans across the country comes up and put up stalls. The Government Museum, Chennai, or the Madras Museum, is a museum of human history and culture located in the Government Museum Complex in the neighbourhood of Egmore in Chennai, India. Started in 1851, it is the second oldest museum in India after the Indian Museum in Kolkata. It is particularly rich in archaeological and numismatic collections. It has the largest collection of Roman antiquities outside Europe. Among them, the colossal Museum Theatre is one of the most impressive

The East India Company (EIC), which had entered India around 1600 for trading activities, had begun licensed trading at Surat, which was its initial bastion. However, to secure its trade lines and commercial interests in the spice trade, it felt the necessity of a port closer to the Malaccan Straits, and succeeded in purchasing a piece of coastal land, originally called Chennirayarpattinam or Channapatnam, where the Company began the construction of a harbour and a fort. The fort was completed on 23 April 1644 at a cost of £3,000,[5] coinciding with St George's Day, celebrated in honour of the patron saint of England. The fort, hence christened Fort St George, faced the sea and some fishing villages, and it soon became the hub of merchant activity. It gave birth to a new settlement area called George Town (historically referred to as Black Town), which grew to envelop the villages and led to the formation of the city of Madras. It also helped to establish English influence over the Carnatic and to keep the kings of Arcot and Srirangapatna, as well as the French forces based at Pondichéry, at bay. In 1665, after the EIC received word of the formation of the new French East India Company, the fort was strengthened and enlarged while its garrison was increased.

First time here and I absolutely loved the architecture. It's saddening that a place which so much potential is not treated with the respect it deserves. I wish they could do more to this place and make it truly world-class

* Book online tickets at ASI payumoney site. ₹20 for per person. * Taking photos inside the fort is strictly prohibited. * We took bus from Chennai Central railway station to parrys bus stand and from there to secretariat.

The Government Museum, Chennai, or the Madras Museum, is a museum of human history and culture located in the Government Museum Complex in the neighbourhood of Egmore in Chennai, India. Started in 1851, it is the second oldest museum in India after the Indian Museum in Kolkata. It is particularly rich in archaeological and numismatic collections. It has the largest collection of Roman antiquities outside Europe. Among them, the colossal Museum Theatre is one of the most impressive.[1] The National Art Gallery is also present in the museum premises. Built in Indo-Saracenic style, it houses rare European and Asian painting of renowned artists, including that of Raja Ravi Varma. It had 0.6 million visitors in 2018. It has the richest collections of bronze idols, 500 of them dating to 1000 BCE, in Asia.

The building has 2 floors and one has to spare a couple of hours to look and read captions properly. Using qr code we have to buy ticket 20 rupees for adult for foreign nationalities 250 so we have fill all details in app and make payment so digital ticket will be generated

The architecture and design of this museum is very good because there is a lot to see. The ticket price of this museum is very less than other museums which comes at a very affordable price. There are different types of paintings from behind dance and weapons which are also many years old. Beautiful museum located in Chennai mail area. The architecture and design of this museum is very good because there is a lot to see. The ticket price of this museum is very less than other museums which comes at a very affordable price. There are different types of paintings from behind dance and weapons which are also many years old. Beautiful museum located in Chennai mail area.

Great place

The museum is exceptional. Most of things are kept by the Britishers for the publicity and greatness. First Indian national hosted is preserved there. Museum got weapons,great portraits of Britishers, utensils of Britishers, coins,rewards, medals of world war, bodyguards costumes, big marbles statues of Britishers created by India's great sculptors. Entry is bit tough, you should carry you ID, not mandatory but still you should. Entry fees. 20.44 INR online booking The origin of the great white structure of Fort St. George is inextricable from the history of the city of Chennai itself. Popularly called the 'White Town', the sole purpose of establishing the massive fort compound was to establish a British stronghold in the Coromandel Coast and the rest of south India. With Fort St. George as a British headquarter, it was easier to develop the many small towns and villages in Tamil Nadu. The now bustling city of Chennai grew up around this fort during this time, under the British-conferred name Madras. The magnificent fort happens to be the first in many aspects in the entire era or British rule in India. The fort itself is the first British garrison settlement in India. It also houses the first British official residential complex, the Clive House which was the home of the Commander-in-chief and the orchestrator of British India, Lord Robert Clive. St Mary's Church inside the fortress is also the oldest Anglican Church, not only in India but among all the landmasses east of Suez. The grand fort is now protected by the Archaeological Survey of India and the station of Tamil Nadu Government. The administrative branches and legislative assembly are housed in here today. However, the church and a museum are open for the common public to visit and understand the significance of this fort in the history of India. The building which houses the museum used to be the location for the Madras Bank since 1795. However, after independence, it is serving as a large collection house of more than 3600 artefacts dating back to the entire period of the British rule - weapons, letters, coins, silverware, ceremonial dresses, medals, some personal items of the residents of the fort and many more.

It is a very under rated place and we can understand with many paintings ,how British ruled Indians Many things are awesome coins paintings and miniatures But a little boring for my friend. But this is better than ordinary visit to malls and parks in Chennai. Ticket also very affordable. And you can explore George Town CM and minister office and one oldest church is also there Inside. Really unexpected. If you really want to explore Chennai then go here.

Superb place to visit every one...children enjoyed this place

There are lots of things to see. Very rich in south indian historical(bronze cholas age) items . Things are well organized with their own unique galleries. They have very good parking spaces for two wheelers and four wheelers at very low cost.

Historical place with Museum & church

Evry one who going through Rajaji Rd will cross this place also famous place in chennai, Recommended place for indian history lovers, rest is history - A testament to the earliest English rule in the country, this was the first fortress in India built in 1644. The fort houses St. Mary’s Church, the oldest Anglican church in the country, a museum and Wellesley House, named after Richard Wellesley, governor general of India. Until recently the fort complex served as housing for the government; now certain areas are open to public...

Very good spot spend 2hrs. U can see a lot here. How British lived and what kind of weapons they used. Painting are awesome. One more thing need to do. A whole history about before British and after British. Arrange some video recording session. Much more useful to us. Inside I visited a church it's nice place.

The location is well-connected by bus, but it's quite distant from the Chennai Fort railway station. The entry fee is ₹20 for Indians and ₹200 for foreigners (as of August 2023). Some foreign visitors faced difficulties with online ticket booking due to limited payment options, suggesting the need for offline ticket options. Visitors are restricted to exploring the Museum and Church. Inside the museum, there's an impressive collection including weapons, coins, paintings, Porcelain dishes, uniforms, maps, photos, flags, armors, statues, and historical exhibits about EIC, Chennai Fort, and Arcot Nawab. All these items provide a rich historical context that can easily captivate visitors for around 2 hours. Despite wall-mounted fans, the rooms tend to be quite hot.

The fort is relatively small and well preserved. It’s not the typical forts that you can find in India but more of an European styled building with cannons. There are some nice collections of arms, uniforms and other items from the early British period in India. I particularly enjoyed reading the notes and descriptions behind the items. There are some beautiful life sized portraits hanging on the walls of various lords, generals and other important figures. I enjoyed that section. I think this is a must for history buffs and if you’re from SAARC countries then you get discount on entry ticket prices.

Fort St. George is the first English fortress in India, founded in 1639 at the coastal city of Madras, the modern city of Chennai. The construction of the fort provided the impetus for further settlements and trading activity, in what was originally an uninhabited land. Thus, it is a feasible contention to say that the city evolved around the fortress. The fort currently houses the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly and other official buildings.

British government's first fort in India.The British government built the Fort St.George In the year 1639 . This land is previously owned by tamil king Chennapanaiyakar and this land is call it as Chennaipattipanam and it is name it as Madras presidency . After independence in the year 1996 again it rename it as Chennai by the DMK government

It was a great experience, and there were plenty of historical things kept in the museum.Ticket fare Rs.20 per person. It was awesome to see the artillery and cannon motors that were used during the king's rule and during British rule. They have kept the model of the 17th-century map of north India that was mapped during British rule.

The fort is an important symbol of the British colonial era in India. It was once occupied by many countries and has special historical value and is worth visiting. However, the preservation and exhibition conditions of the items are not very good, and part of the fortress space is occupied by the military. If it can be planned according to the Tower of London in the future, it has the opportunity to become a world-famous attraction.

The museum is a must see. From old English arms to an amazing coin collection and everything in between. This is a real slice of history well preserved and well presented

My brother and I visited from NZ and we're impressed. Loved the ancient giant padlocks. Our european ancestors are most likely registered in the large book in the glass case but we ran out of time and did not know who to ask. Well protected but the artifacts are treasures so no complaints.

Very informative museum concerning British settlement in Madras and also some items related to ancient native lives. There is a security screening at the entry as the complex contains several government buildings. Foreign visitors should be prepared for a high temperature (no AC) inside this museum. Photography is not allowed inside. Refreshments were available outside the museum, located in the back of the museum building. Admission fee is 300 rupees for foreign visitors.

Spot impressive architecture and admire displays of British Raj artifacts as you explore this 17th-century citadel, one of Chennai’s finest colonial monuments. Get an interesting insight into the British colonial years of Chennai and India at Fort St. George. Visit historical buildings, including an Anglican church, while you stroll around the fort’s grounds. See exhibitions of relics that highlight the lifestyle of British rulers. Established in 1644, Fort St. George is one of India’s oldest British-built monuments. Once the headquarters of the East India Company, today it is home to a museum, historic landmarks and government offices. A major highlight of the fort is the Fort Museum. Here, 10 well-presented galleries portray the British high standard of living and the trading influence of the East India Company. See displays of military uniforms, ceremonial outfits and medals awarded to soldiers who fought in the Indian sub-continent wars. Check out the portraits of King George III, Queen Victoria and Sir Arthur Havelock, among other royalty and esteemed figures. Don’t miss the museum’s scale model of how the fort looked in the 19th century and a diagram of its evolution. Discover a collection of centuries-old British, Danish, Dutch and Portuguese coins. Find Indo-French clocks, furniture, porcelain and stamps. The French briefly occupied the fort in the mid-1700s. Go to the graceful St. Mary’s Church, which dates back to 1678 and is one of the earliest Anglican churches built in India. Step inside to see commemorative inscriptions, intricate wooden furnishings and a painting of the Last Supper. Don’t miss the fort’s striking main building, characterized by grand columns and arcades. It houses the Tamil Nadu secretariat and legislative assembly, which are closed to the general public. The fort is about a 10-minute drive from both Chennai’s city center and the George Town neighborhood. Get here via an affordable taxi or auto-rickshaw. Alternatively catch a train to Chennai Fort Railway Station. Fort St. George is open daily and there’s an admission fee. An admission fee is also applicable for the museum, which is open from Saturday to Thursday. The church is open daily, except for Sunday. After visiting the fort you might want to stroll along Kamarajar Promenade, which frames the lively Marina Beach.

If you love history, that too around the period of 1600s, then this museum would provide you with the better knowledge in here about East India Company and etc.. Do visit if you get chance to stop by in Chennai..

Visited there to see museum. Please note it's closed on Fridays so plan accordingly. 20rs pp ticket, you can book online or directly pay by scanning the qr code. No cash accepted. Highlight is first indian hoisted is still kept inside. Spacious with chairs to sit. Weapons, paintings were interesting. No water inside, please carry with you. You need to park the bike opp

Pleasant environment. Go to place for family day. Entry fee for adults 15 and kids 10. You can spend a full day if you are not tired of walking or bored. Very well maintained mostly. Lots of trees and benches. Also Connemara library is inside the campus.

Secretariat offices and MLA assembly actions are going on here. All departments head office are running here. You can meet the Directors and the Join Directors of all the departments . People who come to meet them should have an identity card . You have to show it when they do body check it and verifying your photos and then allow you to go inside.

One of the beautiful fort of India located in Madras. Main activities of Britishers in South India done from here Located near Marina beach It renovated by government in recent days Tourists are allowed into the fort Peaceful environment and good road facilities available Near to MGR memorial.

The grand fort is now protected by the Archaeological Survey of India and the station of Tamil Nadu Government. The administrative branches and legislative assembly are housed in here today. However, the church and a museum are open for the common public to visit and understand the significance of this fort in the history of India. The building which houses the museum used to be the location for the Madras Bank since 1795. However, after independence, it is serving as a large collection house of more than 3600 artefacts dating back to the entire period of the British rule - weapons, letters, coins, silverware, ceremonial dresses, medals, some personal items of the residents of the fort and many more.

Great place

Only payment and entry process bit complicated otherwise it's masterpiece small and compact museum

You can only pay over phone. The museum is okay. 2nd floor was closed. The ticket costs Rs 20.

If you are passionate about history, you should definitely stop in St George's Museum while you are in Chennai. So much to learn about the indo-british relationship. My favorite place is the second floor. ( The coin house)

Good place to visit

I went to the museum at noon. There are not so many crowds in the museum. Before entering the museum, you have to buy tickets online that you can easily buy at the moment from their website. The museum has many historical architects . Overall, my visit to the museum is good. Hope to visit again

Totally worth of money, spent great time there, the museum has great art, sculpture s, archeology area, science park and many more. For just rs. 15 (indian) rs. 250 (foreigner). Totally worth of money, take some time out from your schedule to visit (2-3 hrs minimum to cover all the attractions)

EXCELLENT COLLECTION OF BRITISH ERA WAR EQUIPMENT and detail collection of information about MADRAS regiment of INDIAN?? ARMY ????. A Detailed write up is display. An art gallery dedicated for oil paint is there. This museum have a good collection of coins used before and after various foreign rules in INDIA. WORTHY to visit and spand a half-day. Nobody accompany you as a guide but if have a patience to read all write-ups then every thing is alright.

An arch commemorating the diamond jubilee of Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly is under construction near the Fort on Rajaji Salai close to Napier Bridge. The structure is a replica of Fort St George's façade. The arch will be rectangular in structure with a height of 41 ft and 80 m width being built at a cost of ₹ 1.33 crore. The structure will be a mix of old and modern architecture, inspired by the frontage of Fort St George. The legend 'Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly diamond jubilee commemorative arch' would be inscribed in English and Tamil, in addition to the words '60 years'. The chief minister J Jayalalithaa laid the foundation stone for the arch on 30 October 2012. Earlier, the arch was planned to be constructed close to the entrance of Fort St George, but was later relocated beyond the prohibitive zone, as per AMASR Act. A public interest litigation (PIL) was filed in the Madras High Court opposing the move stating that the arch would choke Rajaji Salai that leads to the High Court. However, the petition was dismissed by a division bench on 9 January 2013.

If you have a little time you must visit the St Mary's Church here, it's amazingly peaceful. You can also take a walk around the museum, and do not forget to sit back and enjoy the best of arts from the past in first floor.

The museum is exceptional. Most of things are kept by the Britishers for the publicity and greatness. First Indian national hosted is preserved there. Museum got weapons,great portraits of Britishers, utensils of Britishers, coins,rewards, medals of world war, bodyguards costumes, big marbles statues of Britishers created by India's great sculptors. Entry is bit tough, you should carry you ID,if you are not native to Tamil Nadu you should carry a document to prove your purpose of visit.

If they want to attract more visitors, then give tickets inside museum itself instead of asking ppl to take online tickets via Paytm.. its so confusing that not all ppl use that particular UPI.. why ONLY Paytm? And the signal there was mindblowingly superb.. at last two policemen came for my rescue thanks to god.. ppl plz.. this is not what digitalisation is for

Interesting visit, but definitely need a guide or an audio tour to make the best of it. Located inside the government complex, so security is quite hectic and there is no dedicated car drop off point.

Tickets have to be bought online at the entrance by scanning a QR code. There wasn't much of a rush, so it wasn't really a bother at all. However, the museum is small, and the artifacts are not really that impressive. Anyways, it does give you an overview of the history of the first British settlement in Chennai.

This isn't the Egmore museum. It's the fort museum and the real Egmore museum is in Egmore area by the name "National Museum Chennai" which is far better than this.

Lots of parking space, high security, beautiful place and excellent organized.

Amazing place if you are heritage enthusiast bur they don't allow photography inside the museum ?

Very nice museum. I specially liked the oil paintings on 1st floor

Excellent collection of British era war equipments and a detailed collection of information about Madras regiment of Indian Army. A detailed write-up is placed near each display. An art gallery dedicated for oil paintings is there. This museum have a good collections of coins used before and after various foreign rules in India. Worthy to visit and spend a half day. Nobody will accompany you as a guide but if you have patience to read all write-ups then everything is alright.

This is a small but well designed Museum with artifacts related to the history of the city dating back to the times of the British raj. Highly descriptive plaques provide detailed descriptions of the exhibits. Note that photography is not permitted within the premises. There is a large statue of Cornwallis that greets you close to the stairwell near the entrance - american visitors should be interested to note that he borrowed the battlefield technology of the rockets used by his opponent Tipu Sultan and used them in the Amrican war of independence.

The grand fort is now protected by the Archaeological Survey of India and the station of Tamil Nadu Government. The administrative branches and legislative assembly are housed in here today. However, the church and a museum are open for the common public to visit and understand the significance of this fort in the history of India. The building which houses the museum used to be the location for the Madras Bank since 1795. However, after independence, it is serving as a large collection house of more than 3600 artefacts dating back to the entire period of the British rule - weapons, letters, coins, silverware, ceremonial dresses, medals, some personal items of the residents of the fort and many more.

Location- KMRE, army quarters

Fort St. George

This fort is a very important one when it comes to the city's history. It is rather well maintained and very informative for students. Be sure to take a guide if you are new to this area as it will benefit you and make your visit more enjoyable. It must be made mandatory that all schools in the city take their students to view this fort and it's museum to enrich their learning experiences.

nice museum.

Beautiful place, well maintained. HQ of State Government. Inside Fort, rooms are very congested.

Historical place to visit and it has all the east india company emperors who came in past and all the utensils coins flags and statues are incredible amazing place and it is near marina beach so could go to that place also

Iconic Fort

The place where the first national flag of independent India was hoisted, is surely an unique place on its own. Although it been converted into defence area and most of it is inaccessible to general public it's museum surely represents what and how it would have been in the past. Alongwith the national flag that is preserved in the museum it also has different articles belonging to different eras and rulers. The museum also shows the history of the fort and how it's been changed for its purpose over time.

Hell yeah you'll like this as I liked. If you're bored in Chennai, visit here

(Translated by Google) The historic Fort St. George in the Tamil Nadu state of South India is the fort which has the status of the first British fort in India. This fort was established in 1644 in the city of Chennai (ancient Madras). After the construction of this fort, further settlements were built here and business activities started. Presently this fort has been made a formal building of the state government. Where Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly and other official departments are present. This fort is one of the 163 notified areas (megalith sites) of the state of Tamil Nadu. (Original) दक्षिण भारत के तमिलनाडु राज्य का ऐतिहासिक फोर्ट सेंट जॉर्ज वो किला है जिसे भारत में पहले ब्रिटिश किले का दर्जा प्राप्त है। इस किले की स्थापना सन् 1644 में चेन्नई (प्राचीन मद्रास) शहर में की गई थी। इस किले के बनने के बाद यहां आगे बस्तियों का निर्माण हुआ और व्यापारिक गतिविधियों की शुरुआत हुई। वर्तमान में इस किले को राज्य सरकार का औपचारिक भवन बना दिया गया है। जहां तमिलनाडु विधानसभा और अन्य आधिकारिक विभाग मौजूद हैं। यह किला तमिलनाडु राज्य के 163 अधिसूचित क्षेत्रों (मेगालिथ साइट्स) में से एक है।

Super place

East Indian company

Fort St George (or historically, White Town) is the first English (later British) fortress in India, founded in 1639 at the coastal city of Madras, the modern city of Chennai. The construction of the fort provided the impetus for further settlements and trading activity, in what was originally an uninhabited land. Thus, it is a feasible contention to say that the city evolved around the fortress. The fort currently houses the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly and other official buildings. The East India Company (EIC), which had entered India around 1600 for trading activities, had begun licensed trading at Surat, which was its initial bastion. However, to secure its trade lines and commercial interests in the spice trade, it felt the necessity of a port closer to the Malaccan Straits, and succeeded in purchasing a piece of coastal land, originally called Chennirayarpattinam or Channapatnam, where the Company began the construction of a harbour and a fort. The fort was completed on 23 April 1644 at a cost of £3,000, coinciding with St George's Day, celebrated in honour of the patron saint of England. The fort, hence christened Fort St George, faced the sea and some fishing villages, and it soon became the hub of merchant activity. It gave birth to a new settlement area called George Town (historically referred to as Black Town), which grew to envelop the villages and led to the formation of the city of Madras. It also helped to establish English influence over the Carnatic and to keep the kings of Arcot and Srirangapatna, as well as the French forces based at Pondichéry, at bay. In 1665, after the EIC received word of the formation of the new French East India Company, the fort was strengthened and enlarged while its garrison was increased. According to the 17th century traveller Thomas Bowrey, Fort St. George was: "without all dispute a beneficiall place to the Honourable English India Company, and with all the Residence of theire Honourable Agent and Governour all of their Affaires Upon this Coast and the Coast of Gingalee, the Kingdoms also of Orixa, (Orissa) Bengala (Bengal), and Pattana (Patna), the said Governour and his Councell here resideigne, for the Honour of our English Nation keepinge and maintainneinge the place in great Splendour, Civil and good Government, Entertaineinge nobly all Foraign Embassadors, and provideinge great quantities of Muzlinge (Muslin) Callicoes (Calico) &c. to be yearly transported to England." The Fort is a stronghold with 6 metres (20 ft) high walls that withstood a number of assaults in the 18th century. It briefly passed into the possession of the French from 1746 to 1749, but was restored to Great Britain under the Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle, which ended the War of the Austrian Succession. The Fort now serves as one of the administrative headquarters for the legislative assembly of Tamil Nadu state and it still houses a garrison of troops in transit to various locations at South India and the Andamans. The Fort Museum contains many relics of the Raj era, including portraits of many of the Governors of Madras. The fort is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India, with the administrative support of Indian Army. The church St Mary's Church is the oldest Anglican church in India. It was built between 1678 and 1680 on the orders of the then Agent of Madras Streynsham Master. The tombstones in its graveyard are the oldest English or British tombstones in India. This ancient prayer house solemnised the marriages of Robert Clive and Governor Elihu Yale, who later became the first benefactor of Yale University in the United States. The Fort Museum, which is the only ticketed institution of Archaeological Survey of India in the complex, exhibits many items of the period of English and later British rule. This building was completed in 1795 and first housed the office of the Madras Bank. The hall upstairs was the Public Exchange Hall and served as a place for public meetings, lottery draws and occasional entertainment. These relics are reminders of British rule in India.

A Brief History of Fort St. George Every year, Chennaiites celebrate the date August 22 with great fervor and enthusiasm as the day that marks the founding of Madras, the city that now known as Chennai. However, what many forget is that February 20 is equally important as it marks the date on which Madras became a physical entity with the first stones being laid for the construction of Fort St. George, a structure more crucial to the city’s history than any other. Indeed, there can perhaps be no conversation about Chennai’s history without first mentioning the Fort, which even today serves as the seat of power for the Tamil Nadu Government. However, the importance of Fort St. George is not just restricted to the history of Chennai, but also plays an important part in the overall history of the British Raj in India. Birth of Fort St. George By the mid-17th-century, trade in the Coromandel Coast was already prospering with the British East India Company vying for monopoly over its French and Dutch counterparts. To protect English trade interests in the area, it was decided that an English Fort was needed in the region. And so, in the year 1639, Francis Day and Andrew Cogan, representatives of the British East India Company, purchased the strip of land along and inward from the present Marina Beach from the then Nayak rulers of the region, for the construction of a new Fort that was dedicated to St. George, the Patron Saint of England. On February 20, Day and Cogan arrived at the site with two ships and a few dozen workers and began work on a settlement that would later become Fort St. George. The Fort was finally completed on April 23, 1644, and had cost the crown nearly £3,000. A cornerstone of British power in India The Fort was an essential center of power during over three centuries of British rule around the region and was also the location of several battles and historical events. Chief among those was its capture in 1746 by the French, who held it for nearly three years, before it was restored to the English in 1749. Over the course of several decades following that, the Fort faced many challenges and attacks from the French and also Hyder Ali, the Sultan of Mysore. It was finally modified and several parts were reconstructed in 1783 and the fort has existed in more or less the same form till present. The fort also has the distinction of being home to a number of ‘firsts’ for the British in India. Among these are the Clive House (constructed in 1609), said to be the first British settlement in India, St, Mary’s Church, India’s first Anglican Church, and the Fort Museum, which was initially the first office of the Madras Bank. The Fort Complex While the Fort Complex was initially meant to support a small trade post, it soon burgeoned into a bustling city that was divided into White Town, where the English and Europeans stayed and Black Town, where dock workers and locals stayed. Within its 20ft walls, the British constructed several iconic structures such as the Wellesley House (named for Richard Wellesley, a former Governor General of India), St. Mary’s Church, a 150ft high Flag Staff, and the Fort Museum.

Wasted my time going there. It is a secretariat with a museum. Nothing much touristic is there, besides a museum showcasing historical features of Madras under British. Prefer MGR Memorial and Marina Beach nearby.

History lovers will love this place. Would have given five stars unless the terrible online ticket booking process which will take lot of time and will test your patience. the employees there helped me to book them ( request to Archeological survey of India, please make this process easier ). I missed the first Indian flag hoisted after independence, because of the renovation works in the second floor. Closing time is 5 , so make sure you go there by 4 , as it takes some time to view all the things in detail and as I mentioned the ticket booking process will also take much time.

Historical

Know your history

The museum was awesome, everyone should go there. Saw the national flag which was hosted in the fort the first time, goosebumps moment. Must see places. You can come to know lot of details.

Historic fort of Chennai

Nice Place

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This fort is the initial English (British) fortress in India, founded in 1644. The East India Company (EIC) to secure its trade lines and commercial interests in the spice trade, it felt the necessity of a port closer to the Malaccan Straits, and succeeded in purchasing a piece of coastal land, originally called Chennirayarpattinam or Channapatnam, where the Company began the construction of a harbour and a fort. The fort was completed on 23 April 1644, coinciding with St George's Day, celebrated in honour of the patron saint of England. The fort, hence christened Fort St George. The fort currently houses the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly and other official buildings.

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In 1639, Francis Day and Andrew Cogan, representatives of the British East India Company, purchased the strip of land along Marina Beach from the Raja of Chandragiri for the construction of a new Fort that was dedicated to St. George, the Patron Saint of England.The Fort was completed on April 23, 1644, and cost nearly £3,000.

Well maintained museum with all specimen from pre Independence Era. Paintings are the best attraction of the museum especially the painting by Rajaravi Varma. Photography is not allowed inside the Museum. We can have a time travel to past of Madrasapattinam.We can visit St Mary's church which is build in British style of architecture with name of the rulers of British Empire in potrait for which we have walk 400 mts from entrance. Entry to Museum - Indians - 25 Rs Others - 300 Rs

good

Liked it

Nice place

its the centre of administration of brithish india during pre-independent era. the museum is a must watch here.

Waste

The museum is good

Good place

Love this place

Systematic in every way

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Very Good.

Must visit place...?

Fort St George is a Tamilnadu Government Secretariat building and the Tamilnadu Assembly house.

Great history

Affordable reasonable cleanliness

Very good place with the structural touch of British. It is also the official secretary office of Tamil Nadu.

Very informative and beautiful museum. Must visited.

Odisha hell are is most beautiful landscap

Fort St George (or historically, White Town[1]) is the first English (later British) fortress in India, founded in 1639[2] at the coastal city of Madras, the modern city of Chennai. The construction of the fort provided the impetus for further settlements and trading activity, in what was originally an uninhabited land.[3] Thus, it is a feasible contention to say that the city evolved around the fortress.[4] The fort currently houses the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly and other official buildings.

Fort St George is the first English fortress in India, founded in 1644 at the coastal city of Madras, the modern city of Chennai. The construction of the fort provided the impetus for further settlements and trading activity, in what was originally an uninhabited land

Old flag, coins and swords are really amazing to see

This fort is a bit strange because there also government building they are used and a lot of building which is not original. But with this small street and the old building the area has it charm and worth to check it out.

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Recommended.. You'll get to know about old Chennai

Nice place

Historical evidence

Worst government

(Translated by Google) Fort St. George was the first British fort in India. The construction of the fort in this area simply allowed for new settlements and commercial activities to take place. The present day city of Chennai can be said to have formed around this fort. The British East India Company, which entered India for business purposes in, began licensed business operations in Surat. The companies felt the need for a port near the Malacca Strait to protect its merchant ships and their interests in the perfume trade. They bought a piece of land on the west coast called Madraspattinam or Chennapattinam from a local chief and began to build a port and fort on it. The fort was named St. George's Fort because it was completed on April 23, St. George's Day. The fort area, which overlooks the sea and some small fishing villages, soon became a hub of trade. The fort led to the formation of a new settlement, Georgetown, in the area. This led to the formation of the city of Chennai by subjugating all the towns within it. This helped to consolidate British influence in Karnataka and to keep a watchful eye on the kings of Arcot and Srirangapatna, as well as the French in Pondicherry. Many buildings have been erected inside the fort from 1640 to the present. The fort is the headquarters of the English governors and houses the headquarters of the Government of Tamil Nadu, the offices of the Ministers and the Legislature. There are three gates to get inside the fort. The moat around the fort can still be seen today. (Original) புனித ஜார்ஜ் கோட்டை (Fort St. George), இந்தியாவில் பிரித்தானியரின் முதலாவது கோட்டையாகும்.பிரான்சிஸ்டே, ஆண்ட்ரூ கோகன் என்ற ஆங்கிலக் கிழக்கிந்தியக் கம்பெனியைச் சேர்ந்த இரு அதிகாரிகளின் முயற்சியால் 1639 ஆம் ஆண்டில் கரையோர நகரான மதராசில் (இன்றைய சென்னை நகரம்) கட்டத் தொடங்கப்பட்டது. வெறுமனே கிடந்த இப் பகுதியில் கோட்டை கட்டப்பட்டதால், புதிய குடியேற்றங்களும், வணிக நடவடிக்கைகளும் நடைபெறுவதற்கு வாய்ப்பு ஏற்பட்டது. இன்றைய சென்னை நகரம் இக் கோட்டையைச் சுற்றியே உருவானது எனக் கூற முடியும். ஆம் ஆண்டில் வணிக நோக்குடன் இந்தியாவுக்குள் நுழைந்த பிரித்தானிய கிழக்கிந்தியக் கம்பனி சூரத்தில் அனுமதி பெற்ற வணிக நடவடிக்கைகளைத் தொடங்கியது. இதன் வணிகக் கப்பல்களையும், வாசனைப் பொருள் வணிகத்தில் அவர்களுடைய நலன்களையும் பாதுகாத்துக் கொள்வதற்காக, மலாக்கா நீரிணைக்கு அண்மையில் துறைமுகம் ஒன்றின் தேவையைக் கம்பனியினர் உணர்ந்தனர். மேற்குக் கடற்கரைப் பகுதியில் மதராஸ்பட்டினம் அல்லது சென்னபட்டினம் என அழைக்கப்பட்ட ஒரு நிலப்பகுதியை அவர்கள் அப்பகுதித் தலைவர் ஒருவரிடமிருந்து விலைக்கு வாங்கி அதிலே ஒரு துறைமுகத்தையும், கோட்டை ஒன்றையும் கட்டத் தொடங்கினர். கோட்டை புனித ஜார்ஜ் நாளான ஏப்ரல் 23 ஆம் தேதி கட்டி முடிக்கப்பட்டதால், இதற்கு புனித ஜார்ஜ் கோட்டை எனப் பெயரிடப்பட்டது. கடலையும், சில சிறிய மீனவர் ஊர்களையும் நோக்கிக் கொண்டிருந்த இக் கோட்டைப் பகுதி விரைவிலேயே வணிக நடவடிக்கைகளின் ஒரு மையமானது. இக் கோட்டை, இப் பகுதியிலே ஜார்ஜ் டவுன் என்னும் புதிய குடியேற்றப் பகுதி உருவாகக் காரணமாயிற்று. இது அங்கிருந்த ஊர்களையெல்லாம் தன்னுள் அடக்கி வளர்ந்து சென்னை நகரம் உருவாக வழி வகுத்தது. இது கர்நாடகப் பகுதியில் பிரித்தானியரின் செல்வாக்கை நிலை நிறுத்தவும், ஆர்க்காடு மற்றும் ஸ்ரீரங்கப்பட்டின அரசர்களையும், பாண்டிச்சேரியில் இருந்த பிரெஞ்சுக்காரரையும் கண்காணிப்பில் வைத்திருக்கவும் உதவியது.6 மீட்டர் உயரமான சுவர்களைக் கொண்டிருந்த இக் கோட்டை, 18 ஆம் நூற்றாண்டில் இடம்பெற்ற பல தாக்குதல்களைச் சமாளித்தது. 1640 முதல் தற்காலம் வரை இக்கோட்டையின் உட்பகுதியில் பல கட்டடங்கள் எழுந்துள்ளன . ஆங்கில ஆளுநர்களின் தலைமையிடமாக விளங்கிய இக்கோட்டைப் பகுதியில் தமிழ்நாடு அரசின் தலைமைச் செயலகம், அமைச்சர் அலுவலகங்கள், சட்டமன்றம் ஆகியவை உள்ளன . கோட்டைக்கு உள்ளே வர மூன்று வாயில்கள் உள்ளன . கோட்டையைச் சுற்றி அகழி உள்ளதை இன்றும் காணலாம்.

The museum is a small part of the fort, which remains an army barracks to this day. This may be why they get pissy when you take photos...but its a museum! The no photography signs are strategically placed to be easy missed on the way in - either side of the door. Inside are rooms on the ground and first floor that depict the military and social side of local Brit history and upstairs are some large portraits and historic coins. There is a model of the fort that shows just how large it is. Overall, worth 200 rupees (for foreigners), paid in the museum and be prepared to sign-in at the police checkpoint located nearby by the side of the beach road. Don't expect a gift shop or cafe - there isn't any.

One of the sympol of tamilnady

Good place

Otherwise known as secretariat situated opposite on the beach road which deals with most of the government work related things

Lovely palace

Could be maintained much better. Unfortunately there is no political will to do it. Somuch history and tradition is being wiped out slowly but for sure in few years it will get vanished. 😒

Nice place British period chruch was there and also historic museum..

The museum was awesome, everyone should go there. Saw the national flag which was hosted in the fort the first time, goosebumps moment. Must see places. You can come to know lot of details.

The Fort area has a church and museum that is open to public. The museum is a interesting. It has the first indian flag. The church is peaceful.

Two stars. 1. The entry is cumbersome. Security check is okay. 2. But then comes ticketing part, you have to buy online ticket and paper ticket won't be provided. 3. Cameras are not allowed thus photography not possible inside, even they mentioned with special circumstances- don't know what they were. There is only 2 floors but limited things to see. The only thing is interesting is Anstruther's cage. 4. Last but not least there is books available of ASI, which are of 40% off but the clerk guy say the books should be above 90 rupees and they will not provide "Bill". So ultimately the money goes without tax. No doubt why there was no crowd there. Disappointed bcoz it could be better.

Beautiful place.

(Translated by Google) Tamilnadu secratriat (Original) Tamilnadu secratriat

Superb place...

My workplace

Fort St George (or historically, White Town) is the first English (later British) fortress in India, founded in 1639 at the coastal city of Madras, the modern city of Chennai. The construction of the fort provided the impetus for further settlements and trading activity, in what was originally an uninhabited land. Thus, it is a feasible contention to say that the city evolved around the fortress. The fort currently houses the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly and other official buildings.

Visitors room is not available. Visitors have to wait inside the office sections.

Super

Nice place to make enjoy the museum

I will visit soon ...

Sign board and guidance required to reach the concerned officer. All display boards having outdated staff details. This causing unnecessary roaming here and there. No metal detector security in entrance. Officers not helpful for common people's obligation.

Superb

The White House of Tamil Nadu. Not only the Building is white even the people moving around are. The starched white shirt n the party colour bordered white dhothis with the assistants, tight security with radio control makes one think it's worth the struggle of campaigns. It's the board room where strategic decisions are taken which impacts the lives of millions of people of the State. It's the only Corporate Office where all the Corporate companies look for support. It feels proud to walk through the corridors where Great leaders have passed through. Nice feeling and good vibes I had felt inside.

Had a wonderful time in Sangam Thillana restaurant.

Actually the fort is not for tourist viewing. Only the fort museum is available for viewing purpose. It displays all essential elements which portray the rich british history of Madras presidency.

Good location. But inside identifying department is too difficult. Sign board is missing. Metro train entrance is near to side entrance. There also sign board missing.

Fort Saint George is chief ministers office of Tamilnadu. The fort is constructed by British. No the fort is shared by government of Tamilnadu and àrmy. . Inside the campus very old church also located.. musium also there. Very near to RBI and Highcourt

Though closed being a Friday... The part exterior of the fort with the most is great...

A very good place to visit If you are an archaeological student you have plenty of little things to see. And there are valuable paintings of british colonial era. If you have a chance do visit and locals ticket price is 20Indian rupees.

It's a great place for learning our country's history and traditions and culture. But during summer visit , it is very sultry. The authorities can provide the place with enough fan for ventilation

A good place to visit with family and friends.

Very friendly and good and delicious food.

Kids will have fun

A really interesting look into the history of Chennai back to Madras and before. Sadly the 2nd floor was closed for renovations but I enjoyed a quick 45 min visit.

There is entry fee 50 rs per person and you need to do I online in ground floor you will see artifacts and then 1 floor you will see amazing paintings visit this place if you are a art lover

It's a museum worth visiting in chennai. It has a collection of coins, art supplies, paintings, statues, and utensils used during the British Era. There is also a church within the fort complex, which is very old and maintained really well. As of June 2023, only ground and first floor is allowed to visit, whereas second floor is under renovation The security is high here, you may need to show an ID before entering.

Not proper route sign board staff very crazy people

Madras Museum, is a museum of human history and culture located in the Government Museum Complex in the neighbourhood of Egmore in Chennai, India. Started in 1851, it is the second oldest museum in India after the Indian Museum in Kolkata

An absolutely amazing place to visit, has something for the whole family from kids to grandparents. It will take an entire day to properly go through all the galleries. You can even carry lunch, there is ample space within the campus with good seating where one can have food. There is an aavin shop for refreshments.

One of the oldest museum in Chennai. Beautiful architecture. Biggest library Connemara is located in this premises. Great place for kids to learn visually about ancient times

They kept it as a good archeological museum. we can study the history

It was a lovely and good place but from the Museum to the Church there is a long route due to the security region.

Good Experience at the museum.kids were enjoyed a lot ..Museum had lot of stuffs to visit.It will be good if we have any open theatre for kids.

Super interesting museum with lots of interesting portraits. Honestly one of the best museums I’ve been to in India. But please beware it’s not very foreigner friendly - staff are not very helpful and tickets can only be purchased online which is difficult to tourists without Indian SIM cards.

This place has a collection of very rare medals and arms used by the Britishers.

A good place to spend time with kids . Had so many sections of galleries though few were closed and few specimens in zoology gallery was damaged ... Worth a visit. Could've been better if they have had more signages to guide people around the campus . Had a hard time figuring out the blocks