Besant Gardens - Garden in Chennai - Chennai, India

Beautiful small patch of forest in middle of the Chennai which is rich in biodiversity.. perfect place for science and nature lovers.. I just explored the nature n wildlife but there's many other parts too..

Only elite class people are allowed. In the name of security concerns, the general public are stopped from experiencing one of chennai's best places. Would be nice at least if awareness is spread about this new rule because i was deeply saddened when i went there and stopped by the guards.

The great banyan tree is iconic thing in adyar but why visitors are not allowed? Even nature walk can be done only by VIPs is it? Not fair

Went here yesterday hoping to see the sprawling gardens. But had to return disappointed. Apparently, the CM has started taking his walks in the garden so they have permanently closed off the park to visitors due to security concerns. Only pass holders in the surrounding communities are allowed inside the gardens. Sad to see this treasure trove of nature cannot be cherished by one and all alike.

Place is good but public are not allowed here due to security protocols bcoz tn cm used to walk here everyday in morning so for security reasons they stopped public to visit this beautiful place even on normal times.

The lane is perfect for running (considering Chennai heat) with trees all around. A stretch of 2.3kms around the garden. Very much walkable from beasant nagar Depot and Bessy beach. Good to even run at around 8AM.

It is peaceful place sited in the centre of the city. They have specific visiting hours for the public. It has different varieties of trees and flowers. The great banyan tree is also here.

Best place to go with your loved ones....lots of new theme restaurants , broken bridge views ...beach..etc ...i love this place