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Gandhi Statue
The first statue erected on the Marina seafront, sculpted by Debi Prasad Roy Chowdhury and unveiled by Jawaharlal Nehru in 1956. It depicts Gandhi striding forward as if on the Dandi Salt March. It has become a customary starting point for processions and protests in the city.
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Gandhi Statue
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Plan Gandhi Statue
Typeheritage
Nearest baseTriplicane
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseTriplicane
DistrictChennai
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
The first statue erected on the Marina seafront, sculpted by Debi Prasad Roy Chowdhury and unveiled by Jawaharlal Nehru in 1956. It depicts Gandhi striding forward as if on the Dandi Salt March. It has become a customary starting point for processions and protests in the city.
Gandhi Statue is planned from Triplicane, one of the travel bases in Chennai district. Use Triplicane for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Gandhi Statue — at a glance
TimingsOpen 24 hours (roadside on the Marina)
Best timeYear-round (early morning or evening)
Entry: Free
Getting there: On the Marina promenade (Kamarajar Salai), near Chepauk MRTS station.
A common start point for processions; easy to combine with a Marina walk.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Triplicane or nearby in Chennai, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Distance by road
- Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram)55 km
- Kanchipuram72 km
- Puducherry150 km
- Vellore135 km
- Tirupati135 km
Road km to Chennai; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Gandhi Statue — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Gandhi Statue?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Gandhi Statue?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open 24 hours (roadside on the Marina). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Gandhi Statue?
Base yourself in Triplicane or nearby in Chennai, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Gandhi Statue?
About an hour.
What else is near Gandhi Statue?
Nearby you can pair Chepauk Palace (160 m), Presidency College (190 m), MGR Memorial (230 m), Anna Memorial (250 m).
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