Every January I make it a point to visit the annual Tourism and Trade Fair (இந்திய சுற்றுலா தொழிற் பொருட்காட்சி, சென்னை) that happens in Island Grounds, Chennai. Roaming through the shops and the stalls reminds me of the simpler times from my childhood when I used to hold my father’s hand and go there. It used to be fascinating just to see the variety of ‘cheap’ toys available there and intrigued by the displays in the Government department stalls. Now, the world has changed, everything is available on the Internet. My son doesn’t want to join me, he feels it is boring, but I still go there!
Venkatarangan at the 46th year of annual Chennai Trade Fair
Rows of shops selling all kinds of home needs and artificial jewelry
Most of the items are priced at Rs.20, 30 or Rs.50 (less than a US Dollar)
Try your luck – Play to win!
Fun Mirror House, Fish Show and 3D Cinemas
Who wants to get scared? Not the younger kids, who have seen the best on their smartphones
Rajasthan Pickles – are you hot enough to try them?
The pakoda and delhi appalam stall
The famous computer astrology robot
Night view across River Cooum of the rides like the Giant wheel
Open air theatre – அண்ணா கலையரங்கம்
Various Government Departments – Tamil Nadu State HR & CE Board (தமிழ்நாடு இந்து சமய அறநிலையத் துறை) and others
Tamil Nadu State Consumer Protection & Amudam Super Market
The car parking is charged Rs.100 and entry for an adult is Rs.35.
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