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Existing Coastal vegetation. The native vegetation in coastal areas plays an important role in
stabilising the surface against wind erosion and provides habitat for wildlife. Opportunity to
preserve them to provide a buffer against coastal hazards such as wind erosion, wave
overtopping and tidal inundation during storm events.
Thesis Report V-SPARC VIT
Evidence of existing vegetation of the site opportunity to enhance native tree species on the
site.
5.5.5 Tourisim statistics :
With the highest number of domestic tourist arrivals in the nation in 2020 and the second-
highest number of foreign tourist arrivals, Tamil Nadu has become a popular travel
destination.
In 2021, 1,44,984 foreign visitors came to Mamallapuram. According to a source,
Mamallapuram and other places are visited by the majority of foreign visitors that arrive at
Chennai International Airport.
Conclusion: Having a tourism destination on the ECR that links Chennai and
Mahabalipuram provides travelers with the chance to get there.
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