The great banyan is not there, only you will see the children's of the banyan tree. You will see the cannonball tree in middle of this trekking. Nearly 1.5 km walk inside this. Nice place to spend with the family, there is no entry fee. Opening timing 8.30 to 10.00 and 2.00 to 4.00. First five minutes of trekking you will be see the entrance with the statue and arch, after you take photography move on to the left side, in this side you will be able to see the old building made up by the formers and uniqueness of the place will be clearly identified. And then move on to the library. The church will be appear on the left side with under construction, it is the very old church recreation progress are done. And go straight you will the pond with full of lotus flowers inside this in the back of the pond you will be see the old chettinadu house with full surrounded by it nature. And move on to the next place it is the open theatre will be seen right of the side where the drama and cultural takes places in the evening and and to long walk you will hear the group of bat's sound in the tree and then you will the different types of trees with the name board in it. And the coconut yard is seen, after you cross the library you will see the zorastrian temple with unique structure and finally you will be reached the the great banyan tree❤️❤️✌️

A beautiful nature place near Adayar river. This tree is inside Theoscipcal society. Now outsiders are not allowed inside. The Banyan tree is above 450 years old. Main tree was little damaged during 1989 cyclone. However many parts of tree is very well maintained. The tree spread over area is above 60000 sq. ft. Here many VIPs are coming for morning walk. The park is having huge area. Many trees 🎄 🌴 are there.

Visiting hours 2 to 4 in the afternoon and I chose this time a Saturday. Very nice place for family to spend. Pleasent experience. Two hours walk with trees, insects, birds, flowers. Should go with cap or umbrella as some areas are not covered with trees.

It was a wonderful place to disconnect ourselves from the crowded city. But, unfortunately it is permenantly closed. I went there several times with my girlfriend but that was three years back and the trees and butterflies made my visits really memorable. Sorry for those who's unable to visit now.

The nearly 400-year-old mother tree died a long time ago, and the tree has been surviving on its many branch roots ever since. No longer are visitors permitted; the site has been permanently closed.

A Rare Historical place where no one knows! And one of the Best refreshment place in Chennai.Due to Wardha cyclone and lack of adequate maintenance ,banyan tree loses some branches!But surely we can have a peaceful experience here! Timings:8:30 AM-12:30 AND 2:00 PM-4:00 PM

It’s not possible to visit the Banyan Tree, the TS don’t allow people to enter. Same with the Besant Gardens.

It's closed post covid till now.visited alst year 2022 September security said it's closed since covid .again visited 26 /5/2023 it's still closed .only few places with greenery and it's closed from 2020 for 3 years . unimaginable

The Great Banyan tree located at Theosophical Society, Adyar, Chennai is one of the biggest in the world. Said to be 450 years old, the tree and its off shoots (vizhuthu in Tamil) occupy a staggering area of 40000 square feet! The whole area is very serene and you feel as if the tree teaches you a lesson or two. It reminded me of a joint family tradition and and a sense of happy together villagers! You can park the vehicle at the entrance, take a walk towards the tree, enjoying the beautiful nature, inhaling excellent oxygen and listening to birds chirping too. You will simply love the giant tree and its off shoots. And the Nature's big inviting arms! The admission is free. Entry is on all days except Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m till 5 p.m. with a break at 1 p.m. till 2 p.m. Take your family, particularly Children and show them the giant tree. Don't forget to show them the seed, which is so small but yet has given such a big tree.

Awesome place in Chennai everyone should visit this place...happy to visited.

It is a peaceful place and a very good place for photoshoots. I doubt whether this a good place for sightseeing. But if you want to escape from the city chaos, this place is a go to!

One of the Beautiful place in chennai

Grate place

Nice place to visit in Chennai. I was literally surprised to see the rich variety of flora in the premises. Ambiance is so good.

It was nice place with covers by nature. Good place to spend time with family,friends and loved one.

It is a fanta-fabu-excel place on Chennai for nature lovers. While the trees and woods add to the background screen shot, the buzzing bees create the surreal sound effect, the smells of the flowers add the magic potion- the crown jewel would be the dazzle of sun rays piercing the trees with the Yellow Gold and Silver hues and sometimes Orange to make you feel on top of the world. A morning walk is a privilege and yours truly loves every bit of the time invested.

The Adyar Banyan tree inside the Theosophical society Chennai TN, is one of those places where we humans can experience the feeling of anonymity in Nature. How small our true role is in the magnitude of nature. I just stood there quietly hugging and feeling sisterhood for this wise old tree...Everytime it is the same feeling...Words are in adequate...Be Kind Be Gentle to one and all in this world. Despite there being no reason to do so...

Used to be Second largest banyan tree. Children used to visit as excursion during school days earlier. Great place. Quiet surroundings. Lot of greenery.

Gateway to eternity! Must visit place in Chennai.. Nature at its best! Well maintained..

Quiet,calm,relaxing place in Chennai ...............such a greatplace............feast for eyes

Best place to go with friends specially if you want a change in atmosphere from the malls you visit on weekends. Atmosphere is cool since it is full of trees and thus an escape from Chennai temperature. It's a nice experience to walk around and see the area with your friends. In addition to the shades and trees there will be temples,churches inside the area. There will be some restrictions to enter the area sometimes, but you can talk to the authority and get permission.

Still it is closed. The Security informed that it was closed from covid. As all the public places have already opened, the authority concerned should take effective action to open this Historical important place for the Public.

It's a nice place to visit for those who likes to explore serene places with some historical context. Though it's just like a lush green park, still standing there and gazing 450 years old Banyan Tree is pretty cool. People have to be very careful about opening and closing timings ( Monday to Saturday Morning 8:30 to 10:00 am, afternoon 2:00 to 4:00pm; Sunday closed). One Very important thing is that security here does not allow couple entry. So guys and girls going in group has to plan ahead and go. So you don't end up having argument at security gates. This was my first experience of moral policing in India but since this was on a private property we couldn't do much. This was the only bitter experience. Hope this will improve when people come to their senses.

The gaurd denied entry saying that visitors are not allowed. We went in the morning.

Beautiful piecefull environment, preserving colonial Madras. In the middle of a billion populated country and buzzing city!

We need pass for morning walking. It is very good place who looking for peaceful

Not maintained, but yes they don't charge any gate fee.

A calm and peaceful place amidst the chaos of city life

In the city of traffic, pollution and water scarcity..this place is literally a heaven... I was literally amazed with the colorful butterflies, birds chirping and variety of tress...with the gigantic banyan tree?

Historical tree

Soothing lush greenery

Very calm and serene place to visit

So very peaceful and far from the madding crowd ...

The whole area is very calming and very peaceful to walk through. This is a hidden gem in this busy area.

One of the amazing places to visit !

If you are seeking peace in this toe crushing metro please visit here.

Peaceful place to spend time, disconnecting you from the city. A gem in the heart of chennai

1.the visiting hours can be extended... 2 hours in mrng.. 2 hours in evening is not enough.. There are people who travel from long distance to come here.. Should consider this.. 2.you cant take you dog there,if you have puppy you can carry them like baby.. Becoz lots nd lots of dogs r there inside. They seems friendly.. Still no one knows. Anything cna happen 3.its really a nice place to hang out.. Full of nature nd also good place for photoshoot??

Beautiful place , green and serene. I just wish the visitors would stop stomping in the grass and desecrating the trees. It's an ancient entity , not your swing that you can use to showoff for your lover.

This place is so cool and calm. You can enjoy such a huge moments over there. You can see different types of trees and all the trees are maintained very neatly. Especially the banyan tree part, The main tree has been lost before 1990 and from that time to till now.

I realize that several countries own parts of land in this scintillating landscape. It's multi faith character is that of our freedom fighters' spirit. The place, though simple, raises the spirit!

It's the second largest tree in the world... Peaceful atmosphere.. gives a feeling of a different world.. It is now CLOSED for Public on SATURDAYS and SUNDAYS throughout the year.. This is a new rule ... So it's open only from Monday to Friday - 8.30 am to 10.30 am and 2 pm to 4 pm.

Good for people who need some peace of mind

Good place must to watch

Silent place in the city

The Mother tree is dead though

Reality

It was really peaceful.. Loved my time spent there.. ?

One of the Landmarks of Chennai

Beautiful and piece full environment,

Best place in city to be with nature

Good place to visit in chennai

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Peaceful place!

It's a temple of nature. No crowd, no noise, one with nature and absolute bliss. A heaven for morning walkers who enjoy solitude and oneness with nature. A five kilometer stretch of greenery and history in the centre of city. I am privileged to be there in the mornings.

Must visit place

The tree isn't standing here unfortunately still a beautiful society to stroll around with some traditional architecture houses, Buddha temple and a church, a Sikh temple and a lot more to explore and relax. If you enjoy being in nature all alone. This is a awesome place.

Biggest banyan tree

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It’s good place to walk in middle of busy place.. I went there to take bird photos... looks like it requires pre approval... little disappointed... I hope they approve onsite for photography...

so nice

Serene

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