About Marina
Marina is second longest beach in the world. It is in Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu State. The beach is within the main city limits and is easily accessible.
On one side is the Port and the other side leads to the city which extends to Thiruvanmayur, Beasant Nagar, Mahabalipuram. Besides the beach you have the memorials of Arignar Anna and MG Ramachandran - both well known people who have been in politics and also served in the entertainment industry. Some songs enacted by M G Ramachandran have long lasting impact. The memorials are surrounded by green lawns. People can spend time watching the greenary near the sea.
Opposite to Marina is the famous Madras University contained in one of the finest British architectural building. Besides that are a few goverment offices.
The clean blue waters are a real attraction. Marina Beach is long enough to take a long stroll on the shores. Many people do take morning walks on the shores of marina. It is healthy too.
On the shores you too have a number of shops selling a variety of Bhajjis, milk, corn icecreams, fresh juices and stalls of arun icecream and the famous ’’Thenga Manga Pattani sundal’’ Just do not miss the ’’Thenga Manga Pattani Sundal’’ - a receipie made of grated coconut, grated raw mango and boiled green peas. It is fun have it in the beach.
You can also shop for items made with sea shells, bangles and toys for kids. You also have rotating wheels serving as entertainment for the kids.
It is best suited place of entertainment for any age group
When to go:- Round the year - early mornings and evenings.
Groups Size:- Even individually you enjoy the blue waters of the sea. Ofcourse a group of any size is recommended.
Best suited for all ages.
Chennai city is well connected by buses. Nowadays you have call taxis who arrive within 30 minutes from the time of the call.
Just one of jewels on the crown of ’’Cingara Chennai’’
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