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Tamilnadu Beaches
Pulicat Beaches
A saline shallow water spread formed by the confluence of Backwaters,
Pullcat Lake and Buckingham Canal situated on the northern end of Tamil Nadu
is an ideal picnic spot.
Chennai Beaches
One of the Four Metros of the country, is also the Gateway to the
South. It is bestowed with a 4.5 Kms. long stretch of Beach, the second longest
in the World, called the Marina Beach. Horse riding, an Aquarium, a large swimming
pool are the relaxation facilities available here.
Dakhinachitra Beaches
This is a new venture to show South Indian heritage. Take a look
at the completed first phase of Tamilian heritage.
Muttukkadu Beaches
Yet another beach resort created in memory of erstwhile "Kaveripoompattinam",
a legendary Port city, washed away by the sea.
Covelong Beaches
40 Kms away from the hustle and bustle of Chennai, Covelong is a
salubrious village. But it is brisk with fishing activities.
Themeparks
Along the East Coast road between Chennai and Mamallapuram, several
amusement parks, enthrall children and adults alike.
Mammallapuram Beaches
58 Kms from Chennai, Once a port and the second capital of the Pallava
Dynasty, Mamallapuram flourished during 7- 8th centuries.
Sadurangapatinam Beaches
This is another fishing village, 16 Kms south of Mamallapuram. A
ruined fort of Dutch origin near the beach houses tomb stones dating back to
16-17th century. If you are heading further down south, 75 kms away from Pondicherry
you will reach Pichavaram.
Poompuhar Beaches
Yet another beach resort created in memory of erstwhile "Kaveripoompattinam",
a legendary Port city, washed away by the sea.
Tharangambadi Beaches
Another Sea side village, where the Danish merchants settled for
trade. What they left are the Legacies of the Danes.
Nagore Beaches
Although religious centre for muslims, the Durga of Hazarat meeras
sultan syed shahabdul hameed popularly known as Hazarat mian is visited by people
of all faiths. It is 6 Kms from Nagappattinam.
Velankanni Beaches
The most popular pilgrim centre for Catholic Christians of Tamil
Nadu Velankanni houses, the Church of our Lady of Health.
Kodikkarai Beaches
Also called Point Calimere, the Wild Life Sanctuary here spreads
333.3 Sq Kms with 25 Kms of tropical dry evergreen forests. It is bounded by
Bay of Bengal on the East and Palk Straits on the South. It is situated South
ofVelankanni.
Rameswaram Beaches
An island off the mainland surrounded by Palk Strait and the Gulf
of Mannar connected by the longest ever constructed bridge on sea in India.
Mandapam Beaches
Mandapam is the main land linking the Island of Rameswaram. It is
the Gateway to many small islands. It is bestowed with a quite beach for sun
and surf.
Kurusadai Islands
This is an ecological paradise situated off Mandapam. It is notable
for coral reefs and rare species of marine lives such as Dolphins. Permission
from the Fisheries Department in Chennai is necessary to visit the Islands.
Tuticorin Beaches
A Port city and an Industrial town. Tuticorin is one of the major
ports of Tamil Nadu. Pearl Harvesting is an important activity here.
Triuchendur Beaches
One of the six abodes of Lord Muruga, a Saivite God, Tiruchendur
is a very popular pilgrim centre. The temple is situated right on the beach
adding glory to the beach.
Kanniyakumari Beaches
The India's Land's end KanyaKuman or Cape Comorin is unique in being
surrounded by three s that is Bay of Bengal, Indian Ocean, and Arabian S Hence
the confluence is called 'Thriveni Sangamam".
Vattakotai Beaches
The circular serene for is situated 6 kms from Kanniyakumari, overlooking the
sea. It is a fine picnic spot, with abundant coconut trees.The sea near here
is calm and it is an ideal spot for relaxing.
