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Pulicat is an old town that is located near the city of Chennai in the State of Tamil Nadu. Pulicat is famous for its lake and also the bird sanctuary which is located in the lake. The Pulicat Lake is the second largest brackish water body in the country. Pulicat is located on the Coromandel Coast and is home to many migratory birds that can be seen in the bird sanctuary. Pulicat area is very old and it was an important part of the colonial period. Many of the colonial influences can be seen in the area. Pulicat was home to an Arab population in the 13th century. Many of the houses and buildings that were built during that time can still be seen today. Archeological Survey of India is responsible for maintain the Old Dutch Fort that is located in Pulicat. Fort Geldria is in a reasonable condition.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 601205

STD Code: 44

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Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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Pulicat (Pazhaverkadu) is a historic seashore town in Thiruvallur District, of Tamil Nadu state. Pulicat is a small coastal town that is located on the Tamil Nadu – Andhra Pradesh border, around 60 KM north of Chennai. There are a few families who claim to be descendants of the migratory Arabs. Portuguese and Dutch influences can still be seen today. Many churches and cemeteries that were built during that time can be seen today. Most of the old buildings are in a dilapidated state due to the lack of maintenance.

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By Air : The closest international airport is located in Chennai and the best way to reach the place is by hiring a taxi. There are airport taxis and prepaid taxis that are available from the Chennai Airport to Pulicat. It is advisable to hire a taxi to Pulicat as it is required to travel around the place. Taxis from Chennai charge around Rs 1500 for the trip. Most of the hotels in Chennai arrange pick up services as well.

By Train : The closest railway station is also located in Chennai and there are frequent buses that are available from Chennai. Taxis can be hired from the railway station to Pulicat. They charge between Rs 7 per km and Rs 12 per km. it is advisable to hire A/C taxis during the summer months as temperatures are extremely high.

By Bus : Government buses are available from the Chennai Moffusil Bus Terminus to Pulicat. These are cheap and frequent. Tickets usually cost around Rs 50 for the 2 hour trip. Government buses are usually crowded and not very comfortable. Some private operatoRs may also be available.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Jamal Hotel ; Pulicat, Tamil Nadu 601205; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Doctor-on-call, laundry, room service , telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running water.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Mala ; State Highway 104 Pulicat, Tamil Nadu. ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Doctor-on-call, laundry, room service , telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running water.

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• Police : 100
• Fire : 101
• Ambulance : 102

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