Chennai, on the Bay of Bengal in eastern India, is the capital of the state of Tamil Nadu. Marina beach is a huge natural beach in Chennai, at around six kilometers in length it is the longest natural beach in India, second longest one in the world, after Praia do Casino Beach, Brazil. It is also one of the most crowded beaches in the country with up to 20,000 visitors daily during the summer months. It is not only people who flock to the beach each day, every morning at sunrise thousands of birds can be also been seen at Marina Beach. If you want to view this spectacle it is best to arrive at the beach early in the morning before sunrise, As volunteers spread a mix of jowar (millet), corn and green gram on the sand, thousands of them gather in no time. Feeding over 1Lakh Pigeons at Marina Beach. The Marina beach was famed for its pristine beauty, jolly ambiance, and rich ecosystems. However, since the middle of the 20th century, the beach and water have become polluted. Proliferation of plastic bags, human waste, and other pollutants have rendered many parts of the beach unusable.The aquarium and the Ice House are the main attractions on the Marina beach. The Chepauk Palace, Senate House, PWD office, Presidency College, and the Chennai University are historical buildings located on the beach drive. The Victory of Labor and Mahatma Gandhi are two prominent statues on the Marina beach. Marina Beach is one of Chennai's best beaches. From early morning to late afternoon, a large crowd of visitors swarms this beach to enjoy the refreshing sea breezes and its activities.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.Chennai has been always proud of marina beach and many more beaches surrounding. Chennai Marina Beach is not allowed to public after 12?0 night.The ideal time to visit the beach is from November to February.You can swim in the beaches of Chennai, fortunately the water is not too deep. But unfortunately, there are no lifeguards near the ocean as in western countries. But there is a swimming pool located near the shorelines of Marina Beach that people use to learn and do swimming which you can utilize.For a more serene experience, visiting the beach on early mornings or late evenings during weekdays can be more rewarding. Moreover, it is advisable to avoid the monsoon season, from June to September, as Chennai experiences heavy rainfall which can lead to water logging and interfere with beach activities. The beach entrance is for free.As little as 50 to 100 Milli amps of electricity conducted through the heart can be deadly. There are no visible signs to indicate stray electrical current, and therefore no way to know when one may be present. So, don't take the risk don't swim in or near marinas.
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