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It is famous as the second largest brackish
water lagoon in India along the coast of Bay Bengal. Backwaters of the sea
attract large numbers of migratory water birds. It is also a well-known
feeding and breeding ground for a variety of aquatic and terrestrial
birds.
People living in the adjoining 16 islands and 30 villages are directly or
indirectly dependent on the lake for their livelihood the lake. It
supports a rich biodiversity. The most important bird species who visit
this lake is Flamingo. About 15,000 Flamingos visit Pulicat every year.
Rail: Nearest railway station is at
Sulurpet. It is about 60-km from
Chennai on the
Chennai-Calcutta
road.
Road: Tourists can taxis and buses from Chennai.
Inspection bungalows are available at
Sullurpet and Tada.