Edward Elliot's Beach, Public beach in Besant Nagar, Chennai, India.
The sandy shoreline extends along the Bay of Bengal, offering visitors a two-kilometer stretch of clean sand and gentle waves.
The beach received its name from Edward Elliot, who worked as chief engineer for Madras Railway during the British colonial administration in the 1800s.
Morning and evening hours bring local residents performing traditional yoga exercises, while fishermen prepare their nets near the water.
Lifeguards monitor swimming activities from sunrise to sunset, with additional security patrols maintaining safety during nighttime beach walks.
The Karl Schmidt memorial, a white stone structure at the southern end, marks the location where this Dutch sailor lost his life saving others.
Location: Chennai
GPS coordinates: 12.99953,80.27241
Latest update: May 27, 2025 12:57
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