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Mahabalipuram Heritage Day Tour-Approved by Ministry of India

5Chennai

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Explore the ancient marvels of Mahabalipuram on this engaging one-day tour. Begin with a visit to the UNESCO-listed Shore Temple, then marvel at the Five Rathas and Arjuna's Penance, showcasing exquisite rock-cut sculptures. Enjoy a local lunch at a beachside restaurant. Experience the artistry of local sculptors and relax on the beach before concluding your day with a stunning sunset view at the Shore Temple.

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  • Not included: Monument entry ticket

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  1. Shore Temple – A Timeless Marvel by the Sea The Shore Temple, located on the Coromandel Coast in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, is one of the oldest stone temples in South India, built during the reign of the Pallava king Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimha) in the 8th century AD. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and stands as a brilliant example of early Dravidian architecture.

  2. The Pancha Rathas (meaning "Five Chariots") are a group of monolithic rock-cut temples located in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, carved during the 7th century under the rule of the Pallava king Narasimhavarman I (Mamallan). Despite their name, these structures are not actual rathas (chariots) but temples carved from a single long granite boulder. Each ratha is named after the five Pandava brothers and their wife Draupadi from the Mahabharata epic.

  3. Arjuna’s Penance, also known as the Descent of the Ganges, is a massive rock relief carved on two giant granite boulders in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu. It dates back to the 7th century during the reign of the Pallava king Narasimhavarman I (Mamallan).

  4. Krishna’s Butter Ball is a massive granite boulder that appears to defy gravity, resting on a short slope in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the most photographed and curious attractions in the region.

  5. A rock-cut cave temple with beautiful carvings of Krishna lifting the Govardhan Hill to protect villagers.

  6. Ancient cave shrine with carvings of goddess Durga slaying the demon Mahishasura — filled with dynamic sculpture.

  7. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his Varaha (boar) incarnation, this small cave temple features remarkable 7th-century reliefs.

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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