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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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Itinerary
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1Shore Temple
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.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Pancha Rathas
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Arjuna's Penance
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).
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Krishna's Butter Ball
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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A rock-cut cave temple with beautiful carvings of Krishna lifting the Govardhan Hill to protect villagers.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Mahishasuramardini Cave
Ancient cave shrine with carvings of goddess Durga slaying the demon Mahishasura — filled with dynamic sculpture.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7Varaha Cave Temple
Dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his Varaha (boar) incarnation, this small cave temple features remarkable 7th-century reliefs.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included
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- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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