Looking for a change of scenery? Cruise along the East Coast Road, pass Pondicherry, and take a break at Pichavaram, near the temple town of Chidambaram.
Drift along in a boat along the backwaters, sit back and marvel at the beautiful mangroves of Pichavaram. The tranquil location is a haven for birds. It was our first glimpse of this amazing ecosystem, and we were thrilled! India has the distinction of being home to the world’s largest (Sunderbans) and second largest (Pichavaram) mangrove forests.
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A closer look</p>
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Up above</p>
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The details</p>
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A whole new world</p>
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Tranquility
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If you are in Pondicherry, Chidambaram, or somewhere in the vicinity, take the opportunity to discover the magic of the mangroves in Pichavaram!
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