Tholkappia Poonga, also known as Adyar Eco Park, is a 358-acre ecological park in Chennai, established in 2011 by the Government of Tamil Nadu. Situated in the Adyar estuary, the park aims to restore the region’s fragile wetland ecosystem. Named after the ancient Tamil scholar Tholkappiar, it features tropical dry evergreen forests with over 160 native plant species.
The park serves as a habitat for diverse fauna, including numerous bird species, reptiles, and amphibians. Operated by the Chennai River Restoration Trust, Tholkappia Poonga functions as an environmental education center, offering guided tours and limited public access to promote conservation awareness
You don’t need artistic skill to participate in this event – just boundless curiosity and a love for drawing. To connect with other participants, please use our Discord community app.
Things to carry for this session:
– A sketchbook/paper/drawing surface
– Pencils or any medium you would like to try out
– A portable chair/mat. If the location has no seating, we tend to sit on the ground
– Water bottle and snacks