Marina Beach in Chennai

Stretches of golden sands and clear blue sky soaring above invite you to Marina Beach in Chennai. It is a fascinating tourist spot located on the coastal region of southern part of India. 

Being the longest urban beach of India and second in the world, it is stretched over thirteen kilometer of landscape along the average width of 300 meter.

Marina Beach in Chennai

It is one of the most populated tourist attractions in Chennai which is thronged by the travelers throughout the year, mainly in peak season when it witnesses more than fifty thousand tourists in a day. 

This beach provides a picture perfect place for the young and enthusiastic travelers who want to have fun in the mesmerizing ambiance of bountiful nature with picturesque sightseeing.

History of Marina Beach in Chennai:

Attractions of Marina Beach

Marina Beach used to be one strip of mud before 1880s, but the Governor of Madras Moutstuart Elphinstone Grant Duff, during this period had changed the fortune of this Beach by building Madras Harbour on the coast of this region.

He named this place as Madras Marina which is, now, called as Marina Beach.

Marine life at Marina Beach in Chennai:

Tourists coming to this beach can also enjoy its aqua wild life to enhance their knowledge about the rare species which are protected under the government rules and very hard to find at any other marine wild life aquarium. 

The most admiring animal to see among the sea wild life is Olive Ridley Sea Turtle which is a vanishing species on the earth. The varieties of tropical and fresh water fishes are found aplenty on this beach as it is aptly situated along the Bay of Bengal.

Popular Activities at Marina Beach:

People visiting this mesmerizing place can perform unlimited activities comprising mainly of water sports. Though they should refrain from swimming as often there are strong currents found at this beach. 

Visitors can also attend various events organized at the beach to attract tourism throughout the year like annual Independence Day and Republic day. Air shows along the beach are the best thing to watch at Marina Beach in Chennai.

Attractions of Marina Beach in Chennai:

Besides the beach, people can also enjoy the historical places and structures which are positioned along this beach to increase the information about the city of Chennai.
 
Annadurai and MGR memorials, statues of heroes from Tamil culture, Triumph of Labor; these statues and historical monuments are best places for tourists to know about the legends and glorious history of Indian freedom.

Attractions at Marina Beach in Chennai

Apart from these historical reminiscences, Marina is also quite popular for its joggers track, aquarium, and other interesting spots suited to all age groups.

Food at Marina Beach in Chennai:

The Food at Marina Beach in ChennaiAs it has its name among the urban beaches, it has become commercially too active and lots of shopping areas along with restaurants are established near Marina Beach. 

It is quite popular for its 500 odd vendors having food stalls stretched along its expanse.

Travelers can enjoy visiting this place while gorging on its lavish cuisines and local munchies to increase the pleasure of trip. 

Restaurants or beach side bistro are the perfect place to taste local sea foods and coffee which is quite famous in this part of world.

Do not forget to try the Thenga Manga Pattani Sundal at Marina Beach!!! A chickpea chaat recipe!!!

How to Reach Marina Beach in Chennai:

Marina Beach is easily approachable from any part of Chennai and adjoining cities. It is facilitated due to excellent road transportation that the city possesses. 

Tourists from any part of the globe can easily reach Chennai through the wide railways routes and International Airport which provides daily flights to all major foreign cities.

All buses to ANNA SQUARE lead to Marina Beach which can be easily boarded from the Central Railway Station as well as local roadways.

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Best time to visit Marina Beach:

If you want to completely immerse into the natural beauty of this beach, plan your visit between the months of November and February when the weather is at its soothing best. 

While any time is the best time to come here due to the yearlong events and festivals making it a happening place, still during these months, you will be overwhelmed to enjoy its beauty.

Hotels near Marina Beach:

Marina Beach is located at a very prominent location in Chennai. Here is a some of the famous hotels near Marina Beach:

  • Hilton Chennai
    Address: 124/1 J.N. Salai, Chennai

  • Grand Residence
    Address: No.85/86, Arcot Road
    Porur, Chennai

  • Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai
    Address: 531 Gst Road, St.thomas Mount, Chennai

  • The Grand Marena
    Address: Plot no:7&8, Visalakshi Nagar
    Chennai

  • Trident, Chennai
    Address: 1-24 G S T Road, Chennai

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