Semmozhi Poonga
Semmozhi Poonga
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10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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Neighbourhood: Teynampet
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- AG-DMS • 4 min walk
- Thousand Lights • 7 min walk
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Arogya Raj
Chennai (Madras), India65 contributions
Feb 2019
Escape from city Life to spend leisure time with family and friends.
Entrance costs you ₹20 bucks and this park is spread over a large area with nice spots for taking pictures.
Semmozhi Poonga is covered with big tress and many botanical plants.
Entrance costs you ₹20 bucks and this park is spread over a large area with nice spots for taking pictures.
Semmozhi Poonga is covered with big tress and many botanical plants.
Written 5 January 2020
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Abdul wahaab
Chennai (Madras), India171 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
Its a well known park governed and maintained by TN Govt located in the most busiest place of Chennai.. it is famous for Movie shoot , professional photoshoot .. entry charges is minimum but for camera and photoshoot the price will be extra ..good for couples to spend more time inside this park ..calm atmosphere and decent crowd
Written 26 May 2018
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Dr. Najiya Sundus K. Meethal
Chennai (Madras), India9 contributions
Nov 2019
Within the confines of a busy city like Chennai, this picturesque place is a consolation to breathe in the freshness & liveliness of green nature. Definitely worth visiting especially for an evening walk, meditation & relaxation.
Written 11 November 2019
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rasa006
Chennai (Madras), India211 contributions
Feb 2018 • Family
We (our family) visisted this park, as early as January 2011, after it was thrown open to public. At that time, it was highly praised by one and all - for its scenic beauty and new varieties of plants and shrubs, specifically selected for this Poonga (park). Now after many years, we visited this park again on 09.02.2018 Saturday evening.
I personally remember during late 1980s and 1990s, we used to hang out in this place- at that it was Woodlands Hotel's Drive-in- restaurant - only one of its kind on those days. I think even now, no such drive-in restaurant available in Chennai. We can enjoy food just relaxing in our car/bike. Many celebrates can be seen during evening .
Many changes happened now and Govt is trying to revive it's original beauty. Lot of renovation and maintenance work going on now. Good parking facility for two wheelers and few cars. Good crowd when we visited there, being weekend. Small canteen with Aavin parlour, chat items and coffee-tea, next to children play area. Parking rates - 2 wheeler Rs.15.00 and for car Rs.40.00. Poonga is open from 10.00 am to 9.00 pm, but ticket counter closes by 7.00 pm. Nominal entrance fee is collected.
For those who prefer regular morning walk, park is open from 6.00 am to 8.00 am and one has to get monthly entry pass on payment of fees.
Main attraction is, it is in the heart of city, easily approachable from any part of the city.
I personally remember during late 1980s and 1990s, we used to hang out in this place- at that it was Woodlands Hotel's Drive-in- restaurant - only one of its kind on those days. I think even now, no such drive-in restaurant available in Chennai. We can enjoy food just relaxing in our car/bike. Many celebrates can be seen during evening .
Many changes happened now and Govt is trying to revive it's original beauty. Lot of renovation and maintenance work going on now. Good parking facility for two wheelers and few cars. Good crowd when we visited there, being weekend. Small canteen with Aavin parlour, chat items and coffee-tea, next to children play area. Parking rates - 2 wheeler Rs.15.00 and for car Rs.40.00. Poonga is open from 10.00 am to 9.00 pm, but ticket counter closes by 7.00 pm. Nominal entrance fee is collected.
For those who prefer regular morning walk, park is open from 6.00 am to 8.00 am and one has to get monthly entry pass on payment of fees.
Main attraction is, it is in the heart of city, easily approachable from any part of the city.
Written 11 February 2018
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RamGanesan
Chennai (Madras), India1,409 contributions
Jan 2016
This place used to house the Legendary Drive in Woodlands hotel. After the lease contract was over the Government of Tamil Nadu took over the land and build this park. Just next to the US Consulate, the ever busy Cathedral and Anna Flyover it provides a break from the noise and pollution. One can definitely spend 2 to 3 hours at peace in this place which is full of trees and shade. Though designed to be a wonderful garden, it lacks maintenance and upkeep thanks to successive changing governments. A nominal entry fee of INR 15 is charged at the entrance. Enough parking space is a welcome thing, which is charged separately. For those who want to visit the place, I suggest going there on weekdays and no-holidays to enjoy the peaceful set up. Of course if someone is near the cathedral road and does not want to spend time in the scotching heat, this is the place to go.
Written 16 January 2016
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DAVID J
Bengaluru, India97 contributions
Oct 2018 • Solo
You can use this garden to spend time leisurely for evening strolls, relaxing under a tree etc. The garden has several varieties of trees/plants. There' a small pond/tank, a fountain and a rock-garden (with water falling down some rocks).
There's a small kids park. Somewhere in the center of the garden, there's a small open-air stadium/amphitheater, where you could notice people singing, dancing etc.
There's nothing touristy about this garden. It's a just a place where locals can hangout with family, take some selfies or just jog around etc.
There's a small kids park. Somewhere in the center of the garden, there's a small open-air stadium/amphitheater, where you could notice people singing, dancing etc.
There's nothing touristy about this garden. It's a just a place where locals can hangout with family, take some selfies or just jog around etc.
Written 16 October 2018
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Daya
Chennai (Madras), India54 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
This place is amazing. With beautiful gardens, play area for children. This place is so eco- friendly and nice place for couples. This place is a heaven inside a busy city. I went with my brother. Its an unforgettable day. I suggest u to visit this gardens.
Written 21 April 2018
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Ghiri T
Chennai (Madras), India208 contributions
July 2017 • Friends
Semmozhi poonga is the first botanical garden in Chennai which was opened the Chief Minister of that period Dr.M.Karunanidhi(also called as Kalaignar) on 24th of November 2010.It is at Cathedral Road.It has all types of plant species and some plants are imported from other countries.It has a parking lot that can fit 100 cars and 500 bikes approx.It allows people for walking in the morning from 6-8 on a monthly pass basis which costs 150rs.Visitors are allowed from 10am to 8pm. It was a great place had a nice time at the place and got some knowledge of some species of plants.Overall it was awesome being here.
Written 20 July 2017
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Aaqarsh Aiyyar
Chennai (Madras), India2,430 contributions
July 2018 • Solo
Semmozhi poonga is a serene garden with in the Chennai city limits. Named after Tamil was declared as a ' classical language' or semmozhi, this park is home to a variety of shrubs and trees. Poonga translates in to 'Park'. It is a must-visit place if you're willing to spend time with nature.
Written 31 July 2018
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Indrajit B
Chennai (Madras), India62 contributions
Apr 2018 • Family
Well maintained place. People with interest in botany will enjoy. Not suitable to go with young kids. Has parking facility with fee.
Written 2 April 2018
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Is there parking available for two and four wheelers? If yes what is the charges please?
Written 23 February 2024
You can but be careful to ask permisssion
Written 31 December 2019
What is the entry timing for photoshoots in semmozhi ponga? How much cost for entry?
Written 29 May 2019
Is smoke stick sticks and confetti allowed inside for photoshoot purposes?
Written 26 October 2018
Akshaiya
Chennai (Madras), India
I have planned to celebrate my frnds bday by cutting cake in the park.. Will they allow us. If so how much do we need to pay??
Written 17 April 2018
There's no such facility in the park, but same can be done in Food court,with due advance permission from staff. As far as i know,they are not charging.
Written 17 April 2018
Hi, can anyone please let me know if there's a canteen in this park or can we carry our own lunch boxes ?
Written 26 February 2018
Outsite food is not allowed in the park and they have a canteen (the food is good).
Written 27 February 2018
Hi we are planning to celebrate my friend's birthday by cake cutting inside the natesan park in t.nagar are we allowed....????
Written 24 December 2017
chemmozhi poonga and natesan park are different. Natesan park is in tnagar and may be they will allow because there is no fee for natesan park. also it does not havr any entry fee.
Written 25 December 2017
yes, its a romantic place. couple and family with children visit the place
Written 25 December 2017
Can we take video there?for a project
Written 19 August 2017
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