Friday, February 9, 2018

Want to visit Raj Bhavan in Chennai?

Julie Mariappan | TNN | Feb 8, 2018, 13:47 IST



Raj Bhavan

CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu governor's office has decided to keep the gates of Raj Bhavan open between 4.30pm and 5.30pm on all days to encourage the general public to visit the premises.
An official release said a tour using battery operated vehicles would commence on February 9.

"Visitors will be able see the Durbar Hall, where the swearing-in ceremonies take place, the Presidential Guest House, which houses the VIP guests, the lawns of Raj Bhavan, where the deer and the black buck mingle and play happily along, and the main building which houses the office of the governor," the release said.

A tour into the forest areas and to the polo ground is also included in the visit.

People who are interested in visiting Raj Bhavan can apply for it on the website: www.tnrajbhavan.gov.in.

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