Mahabalipuram
- Mahabalipuram is 60 kilometers away from Chennai.
- The Mahabalipuram sculptures stand as a testament to the sculptural art of the Pallava kings who ruled in the seventh century AD.
- A temple very close to the beach, Arjuna Tavam, five chariots, Varaha Cave Temple, Mahishasura Marthini, sculptures like elephant carved on a single rock captivate everyone.
- These sculptures, carved around 1300 years ago, where technology did not develop, still amaze the onlookers.
- The annual dance festival held here by the Tamil Nadu Government Tourism Department in the months of December and January is a treat for the tourists.
How to reach Mahabalipuram?
There are train and bus facilities from major cities of Tamil Nadu to Chennai. There are many
buses plying from Chennai to Mahabalipuram from Koyambedu, Tambaram and T.Nagar areas.
Nearest Railway Station to Mahabalipuram - Chengalpattu (29 Kms)
Nearest Airport to Mahabalipuram - Chennai (56 Kms)
Best Time to Visit Mamallapuram
Tourists and devotees can visit Mahabalipuram all the months. But since April, May and June are hot, climbing the rocks and sightseeing is a bit difficult. Despite the sandal, the heat of the rocks will scorch the feet.
Where to Stay in Mahabalipuram?
It will take a day to look around Mahabalipuram. Mahabalipuram has good hotels to accommodate those interested in sculptures.
Other Tourist Places near Mahabalipuram
Museum, Crocodile Farm, MGM Theme Park
What to Buy in Mahabalipuram?
Ornaments, Jewels, miniature sculptures made of oysters.
Mahabalipuram Photos
Tourist Places in Chengalpattu District
Mahabalipuram Shore Temple