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Adyar is a large neighborhood in the southern part of Chennai, a big city in Tamil Nadu, India. It's located right on the southern side of the Adyar River. Adyar is known as an important and well-developed area in Chennai.

Exploring Adyar: A Key Neighborhood in Chennai

Adyar is a very well-known part of Chennai. It's a busy area with many important places. People often visit Adyar for its beautiful river and the many famous schools and research centers located here.

The Adyar River and Its Estuary

The Adyar River flows through this neighborhood. Near the coast, the river forms something called an estuary. An estuary is a special place where a river meets the sea, and fresh water mixes with salty ocean water. This unique environment used to be home to more than one hundred different kinds of birds! Sadly, over time, this important estuary has been affected by waste from industries. Efforts are being made to help clean it up and protect the wildlife that calls it home.

Important Places in Adyar

Adyar is home to several very important institutions. These places help people learn, get better, and discover new things.

  • Adyar Cancer Institute: This is a famous hospital and research center that helps people who have cancer. It's known for its excellent care and research.
  • Central Leather Research Institute: This institute is the largest of its kind in the world! Scientists here study leather and how to make it better, stronger, and more useful.
  • Educational Hubs: Adyar is also a big center for learning. Many well-known colleges and universities are located here, including:

* IIT Madras (Indian Institute of Technology Madras) * Anna University * National Institute of Fashion Technology * Asian College of Journalism * Technical Teachers Training Institute

These places make Adyar a vibrant and important part of Chennai, contributing to health, research, and education.

Images for kids

  • Chennai.satmap.annotated

    Adyar is situated on a flat coastal plain, near the Adyar River.

  • The Adyar River, 1905

    The Adyar River, around 1905.

  • Adyar Signal

    Adyar Signal near Malar Hospital.

  • Teams of Bullocks Ploughing at Adyar

    Teams of Bullocks Ploughing at Adyar village, around 1905.

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