Beaches of Tamilnadu
Golden sands are dotted with palm and casuarina groves. Ruffling washes ashore
pebbles and surf. Gentle breeze sways the yachts the sea and forms small dunes
on the beach, Crabs play hide and seek coming out of one burrow, taking refuge
in another. Sea gulls hover on the sky and then rest on the sails. There are
many more breathtaking sights to please you in Tamil Nadu.
Lies on the Southern Peninsular India. It has a long stretch of beach running
over 900 kms. The coromandel coast, abutting the Bay of Bengal, boasts of many
ideal locations for sun and surf.
where...
Mammallapuram Beaches
58 Kms from Chennai, Once a port and the second capital of the Pallava Dynasty,
Mamallapuram flourished during 7- 8th centuries. The monuments of Pallava, the
proto type of the Dravidian Temple Architecture, lure every visitor to this
town. The monuments, scooped out of natural rocks are of monolithic type. Mamallapuram
has been declared by United Nations as one of the world Heritage centres.
Themeparks Beaches
Along the East Coast road between Chennai and Mamallapuram, several amusement
parks, enthrall children and adults alike. Some of them are V.G.P., M.G.M. and
Littlefolks.
Chennai
One of the Four Metros of the country, is also the Gateway to the South.
It is bestowed with a 4.5 Kms.
Visits to the popular landmarks, Anna and M.G.R. Memorials, jog along the beach
in the morning, when the sun rises from the Bay of Bengal or relax in the lawns
and watching the sun setting behind the good-old Indo-Saracenic buildings on
the West. Or you can start an evening stroll from the Light House or climb atop
the light house for a bird's eye view of Chennai.
Dakhinachitra Beaches
This is a new venture to show South Indian heritage. Take a look at the completed
first phase of Tamilian heritage. This complex houses good collections of various
materials of arts and crafts of the State. It is less than a Km away from the
Muttukkadu Backwaters.
Muttukkadu Beaches
Yet another beach resort created in memory of erstwhile "Kaveripoompattinam",
a legendary Port city, washed away by the sea. The present complex was designed
on the basis of the information available in the Tamil epic 'Silapathikaram'.
Pulicat
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.
Covelong Beaches
40 Kms away from the hustle and bustle of Chennai, Covelong is a salubrious
village. But it is brisk with fishing activities. The sea and the surf here
are gentle. Snuggle in for a cosy sunbath.
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. Mangrove forests could be seen with backwaters criss crossing
the entire forest area.
Poompuhar Beaches
Yet another beach resort created in memory of erstwhile "Kaveripoompattinam",
a legendary Port city, washed away by the sea. The present complex was designed
on the basis of the information available in the Tamil epic 'Silapathikaram'.
Tharangambadi Beaches
Another Sea side village, where the Danish merchants settled for trade. What
they left are the Legacies of the Danes. A beautiful Governor's Palace right
on the beach tells you the hoary past. Another ideal shore for sun and tan your
skin.
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. This shrine is also visited by people
of all faiths. The nearest Hotel Tamil Nadu unit - 14 Kms- is at Nagapattinam.
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.
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". Here one can get a breath-taking view of
the Sun Shine and Sun Set at their best. The multi coloured sand yet another
unique feature of the Beach 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.
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.
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.
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.
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. It is a pilgrim
centre. According to the Hindu tradition Sri Rama, the hero of the epic, Ramayanam,
worshipped Lord Siva here before invading Lanka to redeem his wife Sita from
the clutches of Ravana.
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.
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