Dakshina Chitra is a good place to spend the day learning about South Indian culture. We started our tour with an introductory video. Then we visited the various representative area villages where we observed pottery, weaving and crafts demonstrations. By far, our favorite part was interacting with the friendly and curious Indian school children on tour with their teachers. More

This place showcases 4 states, (Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala) with all its culture with lot of prototypes made (houses etc.). It totally gives a great idea about 4 different cultures and the lives of the people. Must visit for those who want to learn about the cultures. More

You want to know more of South Indian culture & Tradition? You wanna show the hereditary evolution of the South Indian culture to your children? You want one place for a case study on lifestyle of South India ? For all of the above, you have visit Dakshin Chitra once. Its located about 20 kms South of Adyar in the... More

I had limited time to sight-see on my business trip so my host chose this attraction. I very much enjoyed it as in addition to the different houses you -can walk in and transport yourself in their lives, there were artist selling their work. We also had coconut water and I had mahendi done on one hand, loved it! More

Before my first visit to Dakshin Chitra I was scared of an Epcot Center type experience full of stereotypes and caricatures. Happily, Dakshin Chitra lovingly showcases South Indian architectural styles, cultural experiences, and Indian handicrafts in an authentic manner. The house styles are varied and interesting. Love the astrologers and song and dance performances. The kids get a kick out... More

This is a very good location that exhibit different life style, culture, architectural style and customs followed in Southern India. There are four section separately for four southern states spread in an area of around 10 acres. little far from city but located int he scenic ECR road on the way to Pondicherry. There are good souvenir are also on... More

We made a day trip from Chennai and it was well worth the traffic! There are some interesting exhibits e.g., leather puppets, folding books; traditional architecture from different southern Indian states; and artisans demonstrating basket weaving, pottery, etc. We are South Indian by origin, but still found it interesting. Highly recommended, especially for families with young children who might want... More

The place is a man made one artificially but it depicts the culture of south Indian states like Tamilnadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala & Karnataka. Each state's culture is shown as different zones and it makes to you feel that you are in those traditional places. Everything was made with care and you can really enjoy. You also can have a... More

As a westerner, Dakshina Chitra reminded me of a pioneer village. Only instead of having log cabins, frontier jails, country churches, and blacksmith shops, this place instead had grass huts, shrines to deities, weavers, potters, and exhibits on the importance of rainwater harvesting, to name only a few. The exhibits were extremely well done, the presentations very informative, the costumed... More