Lakes & Scenic Views

Pulicat Lake

• Location: Border of Tamil Nadu (Tiruvallur) and Andhra Pradesh
• Type: Lagoon (Brackish Water)
• Area: ~759 sq km (second-largest brackish water lake in India)
• Significance:
  • Major bird sanctuary – supports thousands of flamingos and other migratory birds.
  • Fishing and salt production.
• Ecological Importance: Wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention (proposed).