Burma Bazaar in Chennai is a must-visit destination

Here is a tip for anyone visiting Chennai. If you want to experience a whole different side to the city, then head to the George Town neighborhood, where you will find Burma Bazaar. A market that was started by Burmese refugees in the 1960s, it is located in Parrys Corner, close to the Chennai Beach Railway Station. Here, you will find a range of goods and, of course, Burmese food.
The market has about 600 shops, employing about 5000 people. It was set up to allow Burmese Indians who fled the military coup d’etat in 1962, to do business. It is now a reminder of the time, and the struggle of Burmese Indians who got displaced from their homes.

The food stalls open for business after 5 PM, and are open until late at night. They are situated on the 2nd Line Beach Road. You can try Burmese rice noodles salad called atho, which is tossed in garlic oil, and other ingredients. This one is quite popular. Then, there is the soup noodle called mohinga, into which they add a deep-fried delight called bejo.
While you can buy electronic goods, perfumes, chocolates, toys and a ton of other things. The street food stalls are certainly the highlight here. This is your chance to try Burmese food at a decent price, and to appreciate a whole different culture. You can visit the beach, and then go to Burma Bazaar to try this amazing cuisine. George Town is known for its colonial architecture, and has many of Chennai’s historical sites, so you can make it a day trip, and end it with some delicious Burmese food.