At a distance of about 86 kms. from Chennai, it can be reached by bus from the little town of Chengalpattu. It is spread over 72 acres of marshy land with trees ideal for nesting are home to many species of water birds.

Vedanthangal is one of the largest bird sanctuaries in India. It is a marshy park with a lake in which over 1,00,000 migratory birds make their home every year. The majority of birds can be seen between November and February..