Besant Nagar Beach
Besant Nagar Beach
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Neighbourhood: Besant Nagar
Named after the noted lady theosophist Annie Besant, Besant Nagar is one of the
most preferred areas to reside in Chennai due to the presence of the beach. The
extremely calm and serene area with its colonial hangover is studded with sea-
facing homes owned by the affluent families and has a string of restaurants, cafes, shops and boutiques around it. Home to Elliot’s Beach, The Theosophical Society and Kalakshetra, the world famous dance school along with beautiful temples and churches, this is where Chennai loves to chill. The confluence of best of nature, art and history within the greenest parts of the city limits is evident in the culture of this neighbourhood, which makes it one of the most favourite hangout zones for all the locals.
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Popular mentions
4.0
1,690 reviews
Excellent
640
Very good
730
Average
261
Poor
41
Terrible
20
Roam15612592165
2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
Pice bhot acha hai nice place fir moka mila to dobara jarur jauga khana bhot acha tha butiful thanku
Written 28 November 2023
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Tourist52445784073
3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
I love going to this beach.its an amazing beach and I love playing in the water.i always enjoy being here
Written 28 November 2023
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Nzano
3 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The place is very beautiful,very pleasant it is very good for evening walk , people were so friendly and humble, it was a great memories.
Written 27 November 2023
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Trek38716582657
2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
I love Basant Nagar beach. It's my favorite place to go.i love the place because it gives me very good vibes
Written 26 November 2023
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Scenic14015354054
3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
I went for walk. I love the place. Its amazing and wonderful place. Peaceful place and nice food arwaa
Written 26 November 2023
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Unknown
3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
I went for walking.it was an amazing walk.after walk I tried the sea food it was an amazing food.great place
Written 26 November 2023
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Wander49473457609
2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
I always go beach with my family .it's very nice place to go with famil.nice place.i really love this place
Written 26 November 2023
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Navigate23954147121
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Nov 2023 • Friends
I always go there with my friends for evening walk and we use to have sea food .the food is amazing and the place is very beautiful
Written 26 November 2023
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Journey47518396617
3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
I visited with my friends for walk.o love this place.its amazing and wonderful.great experience . really love
Written 26 November 2023
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Francis X
2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
Good clean beach and awesome good road side Foods. Must try Fish fry. Good atmosphere. Must go with friends
Written 26 November 2023
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Hi how long it is from car park to beach on car free Sundays please?
Chidambaranatha... T
Doha, Qatar653 contributions
Just a few minutes.
at morning 7 am is it possible to see the aun rises at Besant beach what about the crowd at tat time?
AshishDas
Chennai (Madras), India76 contributions
Hi, the timing is relative, you should check the sun rise timing schedule and then go accordingly. If you are lucky, you can get a very good sunrise view. The crowd, at that time of the day, is generally trickling. In any case, this beach doesn't have the crowd like Marina! Have fun!
davisrases
Tirunelveli, India
Is it possible to visit this beach after midnight with your wife? Will it be safe?
Cyrus
Chennai (Madras), India27 contributions
Safety wise its fine but, police patrol is the problem. Chennai don't have night life unless you are very rich and local person.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Besant Nagar Beach
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- Restaurants near Besant Nagar Beach:
- (0.00 km) MASH Restocafe
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- Attractions near Besant Nagar Beach:
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