BEACHES
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Marina Beach : One
of the longest in the world, the beach has a wide expanse
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glistening
golden sands.The area fronting the beach is beautiful
landscaped. Worthy of special mention is a group of
bronze figures by the renowned Indian sculptor, Debi
Prosad Rai Chaudhari, eulogizing the 'Dignity of Labour'.
These apart, the beach-front offers some splendid examples
of Indo-Saracenic architecture such as the Madras University,
the Chepauk Palace and the Presidency College. |
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Muttukkadu : A Backwater
and estuary, Muttukkadu is ideal for rides on motorized
boats or for wind surfing. Hire a pedal boat or a row boat
for cruising leisurely. Muttukkadu is ideally suited for
angling and fishing.
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Rameswaram : The serene beach and shallow
water here are ideal for swimming and sunbathing.
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Kanyakumari : India's Land's End. Kanyakumari
or Cape Comorin is unique in
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being
surrounded by three seas, the bay of Bengal, the Indian
Ocean and the Arabian sea, and the confluence is called
'Thriveni Sangamam'. Here one can get a breath-taking
view of the Sunrise and Sunset at their best. The multicoloured
sand is yet another unique feature of the beach here.
Kanyakumari is a famous pilgrim centre, too. |
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Mandapam
: This is the mainland 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 life such as Dolphins. Permission
from the Fisheries Department in Chennai is necessary to visit
the Islands.
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Covelong : 40 kms away from the hustle and
bustle of Chennai, Covelong is a salubrious village, brisk
with fishing activities.
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