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Pichavaram, ranks among the most exquisite scenic spot with abundant and varied tourism resources. The backwaters which are interconnected by the Vallar and Coleroon system offer abundant scope for water sports-rowing, kayak and canoeing. The Pichavaram forest not only offers waterscape and backwater cruises but combines another very rare occurrence- the mangrove forest trees permanently rooted in a few feet of water.
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| The Pichavarm mangroves are considered among the healthiest mangrove occurrence in the world. Pichavaram consist of a number of island interspersing a vast expanse of water and covered with green trees. The area is about 2800 acres and is separated from the sea by a sand bar which is a patch of extraordinary loveliness. To a botanist, rare species like Avicennia and Rhizophora will present a special attraction; to a zoologist, no doubt, the sight of numerous birds like Water snipes, Cormorants, Egrets, Storks, Herons, Spoonbills and Pelicans holds great interest. TTDC offers boating facilities to the visiting tourists. TTD'S Aringar Anna Tourist complex houses, cottages, youth hostels and a restaurant cater to the needs of tourist. |
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