Pichavaram
Pichavaram
Pichavaram, 16 kms. east of Chidambaram, ranks among the most exquisite scenic spot with abundant and varied tourism resources. The backwaters, which are interconnected by the Vellar and Kollidam system, offer abundant scope for water sports – parasailing, rowing and canoeing. The Pichavaram forest not only offers waterscape and backwater cruises but combines another very rare occurrence – the mangrove forest – trees permanently rooted in a few feet of water. The Pichavaram mangroves are considered among the healthiest mangrove occurrences in the world. Pichavaram consists of a number of islands interspersing a vast expanse of water and covered with green trees. The area is about 2800 acres and is separated from the sea by a sand bar, which is a patch of extraordinary loveliness. TTDC offers boating facilities, accommodation and restaurant facilities.
Near Pichavaram
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Annmalai University
It is a residential University founded by the Raja Sir Annamalai Chettiar.
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Auroville
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Auroville Beach
Its shallow waters and small waves make it an ideal place of swimming. It is a fairly popular destination on weekends.
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Chidambaram
Chidambaram is one of the most ancient and most celebrated shrines in Tamilnadu. It is of great religious, historic and cultural significance.
