Adyar River is one of the major rivers in Chennai. Adyar Estuary was formed on the Adyar River. The estuary plays an important role in balancing the ecosystem of the city. The river is situated at a close distance from some of the major city roads and railway stations, such as the Gandhi Mandapam Road and the Greenways Road Station.
Adyar River in Chennai passes through the city and joins the Bay of Bengal at the Adyar estuary. The river originates from the Chembarambakkam Lake of the Chengalpattu district. The river is geographically located at 13º1’N latitude and 80ºE longitude. The length of the river is 42 Kilometers.
Adyar Estuary
Adyar River plays a significant role in maintaining the ecosystem of Chennai.On Adyar River, an Estuary has been developed by the government.
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In this place various species of birds and animals find shelter.
This has made the place one of the prime city attractions. Over the years, the rate of birds’ arrivals to Adyar has decreased for water pollution.
The distance of the Adyar River in Chennai, from the major roads and the Buckingham Canal is mentioned below:
- From the Buckingham Canal, the Adyar River is located at a distance of 0.4 kilometer
- From the Greenways road, the distance of the Adyar River is about 0.5 kilometer away
- From the Gandhi Mandapam Road, the Adyar River is situated at a distance of 0.7 kilometers
The railway stations which cross the Adyar River include the Tirumailai Station, Madavel Station, Greenways Road Station, Kottupuram Station and the Kasturba Nagar Station.
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