Stories on the Run is a unique running trail by the sea. Jog past magnificent colonial buildings as you feast on stories of British India.
But why the British? Because the Marina was their bastion and some of the best British buildings are along this road. And very pretty ones they are too. But more interesting are the stories they conceal – of grit, perseverance and backstabbing, of practical concerns and pure unadulterated greed.
To many of the British, India was a difficult posting. And yet, they came here and left behind lasting impressions. From canals to clubs and courts to ports, they built them all.
‘Stories On The Run’ is a jog through a world of exciting people and momentous decisions. So take to your heels, keep your ears skinned, and breathe in the delight that was Madras. Join us and let us run through some stories.
5:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Running tour
Join Storytrails as we take you on a journey through Chennai’s dance saga. Learn to interpret stories veiled in the subtlety of the dancer’s gestures, and let loose as a choreographer takes you through dance routines that are almost de rigueur in South Indian Cinema.
Let your feet carry you along the Marina on this unique running trail by the sea. Jog past magnificent colonial buildings and feast on the stories of British India. Marina was their bastion and some of the best British buildings are along this road.
Take a stroll through Dakshinachitra, a museum of heritage houses from South India. Uncover stories of people who called these houses home. Quirky, practical, profound or unbelievable – these stories offer fascinating insights into life in South India.
Take a walk through Sowcarpet with your appetites leading the way. Sample some street food, uncover some history, nibble on some stories and learn about communities that have contributed to Chennai’s culinary scene. This tongue-tickling trail will leave you stuffed.
Discover colonial Madras through the buildings the British left behind. Look closely at each structure and you will find stories of grand ambitions and unexpected revolutions; the hopes, fears, and ideas of the creators, and the history of this ever-vibrant city
An easy walk through Mylapore, exploring fascinating stories hidden away in the mundane rituals of daily life. Stories behind everyday sights, stories of Gods and demons, of ancient customs and symbolisms, and of Mylapore and Madras.
The pulse of any city is in its markets. This trail takes you through one such bustling marketplace, Georgetown. Let our stories walk you through its bylanes, where history, mythology and folklore intertwine to give you a glimpse of the living India.
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