Egmore: The Hidden History of Chennai 600008 | Pincode Series | Madras Updates

Welcome to the Egmore edition of our Pincode Series! Egmore (Chennai 600008) is more than just a transit hub; it’s a living museum of Madras history. From the banks of the Cooum River to the majestic red bricks of the Museum Theatre, we explore the origins of its name, its connection to legends like MK Gandhi and M.K. Thyagaraja Bhagavathar, and the "firsts" that started right here. In this video: ▪️The Archives: A look at the historic Egmore Archival building. ▪️The Legends: How Mahatma Gandhi and V.L. Ethiraj shaped the landscape. ▪️The Architecture: The Indo-Saracenic beauty of the Museum and Library. ▪️The Medical Marvel: The history of the Regional Institute of Ophthalmology. If you enjoyed this journey through Egmore, please Like, Share, and Subscribe! Which area should we cover in the next Pincode Series? Let us know in the comments below! 👇 #Egmore #ChennaiHistory #PincodeSeries #MadrasHistory #EgmoreMuseum #ChennaiDiaries #TamilNaduHistory #600008