Highlights :
- Sadras is a fortress town in the Coromandel Coast of Kanchipuram district.
- Saduranga Pattinam was the erstwhile non-angelized name of Sadras.
- A 1359 AD inscription tells that the place was Rajanarayanan Pattinam, the Sambuvaraya
Chieftain :
- A Vishnu Temple here was the reason for another name - Srirangavasagan Pattinam. Later, Sadurangapattinam was born while Sadirai came to existence shortly.
- The Dutch people were the first to call this place as Sadras and thus Sadras Beach and Resort follows.
- The Sadras fortress came under the control of the British East India Company.
- Battle of Sadras marked the beginning of the dispute between the East India Company and Dutch
Activities to do :
- Temple Visit
- Monuments Visit
- Visit Museum
- See Crocodile and Snakes
- Souvenirs near Shore Temple
- Surfing
- Buy Books and Sculptures
- Art Gallerym
Best Time To Visit :
November to February is the best time to visit Chennai. Winter is an ideal time to explore in and around the city. Sadras beach and resort is best visited when the fresh sea breeze blows. A little warmth of the Sun creates a beautiful atmosphere to capture the beauty of the fortress. Summer is too harsh for travelers to explore the places, however, monsoon season behaves in unexpected ways. But travelers can gather in winter for a good time in the capital of Tamil Nadu.
Ways to Reach:
By Air - Anna International Airport is just km away from the city. Cabs and public buses are available to travelers to this destination
By Road - One of the important railway stations in India. Central and Egmore Railway Station is less than 3 km away from each other. From both places, Sadras is less than 8 km away.
By Rail - One of the largest bus services in Asia is in Chennai. Most of the South Indian cities are connected to Chennai. Within 10 km range, Sadras Beach and Resort is connected to Koyambedu Bus stand.