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Mahakavi Bharathi songs created patriotism in the mind of Indians.

மகா கவி பாரதியின் பாடல்கள் இந்திய மக்கள் உள்ளங்களிலே
விடுதலை உணர்வைத் தூண்டியது.


Yessvee Ramani Jokes and Books published in Tamil Nadu, Media

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Chennai Marina is The Second longest beautiful Beach in the world.

Chennai Marina is The Second longest beautiful Beach in the world.


உலகின் அழகிய,நீளமான இரண்டாவது கடற்கரை சென்னை மெரினா.

The 13-kilometre long Marina Beach forms the city's east coast, from Fort St. George all the way to Mahabalipuram and is one of the longestand beautiful beaches in the world. The Marina Beach is a sandy beach and is the most sought-after beach for many. A visit to the Marina Beach is an enchanting experience for a traveller.


There are many statues adorn the roadside along the beach which includes statues of Mahatma Gandhi, Kannagi, Thiruvalluvar, Sir Thomas Munro, Kamarajar, Avvaiyar, Thanthai Periyar and the Statue of Labour. At one end of the beach is Anna Square where the former Chief Minister of Tamilnadu Dr. C.N.Annadurai was buried. Next to the Anna Sqaure is MGR Samathi and a beautiful park. This is a memorial for Dr.M.G. Ramachandran, the former Chief Minister of Tamilnadu and also a former film hero. The tomb has an imposing memorial Pillar and an eternal flame.


The main road along the Marina is Kamarajar Salai. Many old and historic buildings adorn the side of the road opposite to the beach. The monumental buildings are Senate House of the University of Madras, Chepauk Palace (now P.W.D office), 19th century Presidency College building, Ezhilagam and the Director General of Police office. The beach has new artificial fountains and parks which adds to its beauty.


There is a swimming pool and an aquarium located opposite to the Presidency College which is a great attraction for tourists. The swimming pool is run by the State Government. The pool offers swimming classes at nominal charges. The aquarium has good collection of marine and fresh water fishes.


Marina beach is a major tourist attraction of the city. People visiting Chennai make a point to visit the beach. It is also the main place for the local people to escape from the summer heat. The beach is popular for its shops and food stalls run by about 500-odd vendors. The memorials and statues, morning walk, joggers' track, lovers' spot, aquarium, and the like make it a hangout for people of all ages. Kite flying and beach cricket are common sports at the beach, and there are also facilities for pony rides. The sea is generally rough and waves are strong. There are fishermen colonies present at both ends of the beach. There are also joyrides, merry-go-rounds and mini giant wheels along the stretch. Please see the Video.





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