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Quibble Island
The spectacular Quibble Island is actually a river island, which is located in Tamil Nadu state in India. The island is actually formed by River Adyar and one of the river tributaries. The island is located between Chennai neighborhoods of Adyar and Mylapore. It must be noted that an English cemetery was situated here during the British rule. According to the 1864 Report on Administration of Madras Presidency, an eligible location was found for a particular cemetery for Christian people of Mylapore. The graveyard is located on Quibble Island and the site was acquired for Rs 1,202. The British government paid all the charges in acquiring the land, raising and establishing the cemetery on the island.
Once used exclusively for British funerals, the graveyard was opened to general public after the culmination of British Empire in India. It must be noted that the cemetery is presently nearly at capacity.After 1863, the cemetery on Quibble Island seems to be the solitary place for funerals for Christians in Mylapore.
Accommodation
Adamangalampudur in Tiruvannamalai district and Vadalur in Cuddalore district are the closest towns to Quibble Island where you can get decent lodging options.
- Hotel Ramakrishna
- Hotel Nala Residency
- Ramalinga Andavar Hotel
- Royal Lodge
You can get accommodation and lodging options at these hotels according to your requirement.
Climate of Quibble Island
Summer season in Quibble Island: Summers tend to be hot and humid in Quibble Island and usually last between the months of April and July. The temperature ranges between 30°C - 40°C in these months and cool breeze flows in the evenings.
Monsoon season in Quibble Island: June marks the onset of rains in Quibble Island and lasts till September. Sporadic rainfalls make the island look beautiful during the season.
Winter season in Quibble Island: December is the commencement of winter season in Quibble Island. The winter season lasts till February and the temperature ranges between 15°C - 25°C.
Best Time to Visit Quibble Island
The best time or season to visit Quibble Island is winter season and monsoon season. The favorable months for the travelers to visit the island are between October and March. The climate remains nice during these months.
How to Reach Quibble Island
Quibble Island by Air: The nearest airport from Quibble Island is Chennai International Airport. The international airport is adequately connected to major cities of the world and domestic cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata and others. You can get a cab or taxi in order to go to Quibble Island.
Nearest Airport : Chennai International Airport.