Chengalpattu City Guide - Tamilnadu

If you plan to relax or go on a picnic beside a lake, then Kovalai Lake is the best place. It offers a spectacular views with a shimmering water body surrounded by lush green plants. The history of this place is that it was an erstwhile base of the Vijayanagar Kings and the French in India. Being a  hub for commercial activities, the area once a witnessed many commercial undertakings including cotton & silk weaving, a salt manufacturing unit, a cigar factory, tanneries, indigo dyeing and so on. 

Have you ever heard of a man-made lake? There’s Madurantakam Lake located near Chengalpattu. It is an artificial lake popular for picnic spot and a great place to relax amidst nature. The lake is also offers boating facilities. It is also an important water source for nearby agricultural activities. 

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