Pichavaram Mangrove Forest, nestled near Chidambaram in Tamil Nadu, is a serene and captivating natural paradise — ideal for eco-tourism and reflecting the unique charm of India’s east coast.

Location: Between the Vellar and Coleroon estuaries (Killai backwaters), ~14–15 km from Chidambaram and ~75 km from Puducherry

Size: Spans around 1,100–1,400 hectares, with over 4,000 tidal canals winding through nearly 50 islands

Ecological significance: Home to at least 50 mangrove species (Avicennia, Rhizophora, etc.), it supports rich marine life and acts as a natural “bio‑shield” protecting the coast