The Island, Chennai, River island in northern Chennai, India
The Island, situated on the Cooum River, contains extensive grounds used for exhibitions, fairs, and sporting events throughout the year.
The formation of this river island occurred in the early 19th century through the engineered merger of the Coovum River with the Elambore River.
An equestrian statue of Sir Thomas Munro stands on the island, marking the historical connection between colonial administration and modern Chennai.
The Island Grounds hosts the India Tourist and Industrial Fair annually from January to March, attracting numerous visitors to its exhibitions.
The Kilometer Zero point of Chennai, marking the starting point for measuring distances, is located on the Muthuswamy Bridge at the northern edge.
GPS coordinates: 13.07500,80.27780
Latest update: March 14, 2025 16:05
Chennai Central railway station
1.1 km
Fort St. George
1.1 km
Chennai Suburban Railway
995 m
Ripon Building
1 km
LIC Building
1.7 km
Rajaji Hall
700 m
Napier Bridge
1 km
Chepauk Palace
1.4 km
St. Mary's Church, Chennai
1 km
Triumph of Labour
1.4 km
Chennai Tech Park
1 km
Victoria Public Hall
953 m
Chennai Central Prison
748 m
Southern Railway Headquarters
847 m
Armenian Church, Chennai
1.9 km
Chennakesava Perumal Temple, Chennai
1.3 km
Victory War Memorial
867 m
Equestrian statue of Thomas Munro
151 m
Senate House
1.2 km
Triplicane Big Mosque
1.9 km
Madras Gymkhana Club
333 m
Tamil Nadu Police Museum
1.7 km
Ezhilagam
1.4 km
Chennai Port Trust Centenary Building
1.6 km
Ekambareswarar Temple, Chennai
1.5 km
Anderson Church, Chennai
1.9 km
Periyar Bridge
420 m
Narayanas Arihant Ocean Tower
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