Weekend Getaway: Mahabalipuram Temples
Mahabalipuram is a monument complex on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal, in Kancheepuram district(near Chennai) The sculptures are excellent examples of Pallava art. The monuments are mostly rock-cut and monolithic, and constitute the early stages of Dravidian architecture. Mahabalipuram is known for its architectural grandeur.It was nicknamed the "land of seven pagodas".
Package Includes
Accommodation
Food
Cab
Sthalapuranam
Itinerary Temples
- Tiger cave
- Mahishashuramardhini Rock Cut Mandapa
- Sthala Sayana Perumal Temple
- Five Rathas
- Arjuna’s Penance
- The Shore Temple
Full Itinerary
Evening
Tiger Cave
- It gets its name from the carvings of tiger heads on the mouth of a cave which forms a part of the complex.
- The rocky outcrop close to Tiger Cave. The discovery of an inscription on one of these led to the excavation of the Subrahmanya Temple.
- It is a popular picnic spot and tourist destination.
Evening
Mahishashuramardhini rock cut mandapa
- Breakfast for 2 persons.
- Transportation in AC Etios/Dzire cabs.
- Hotel accommodation based on type of package (standard/deluxe/premium) chosen. The price mentioned in this package is for family of two members sharing a single room. For extra person, please place a separate request with us.
- Room type is Standard A/C Room in 2 star hotel.
- Toll charges and driver’s allowance.
- Upon booking confirmation, the sthalapuranam of temples mentioned in the itinerary will be sent through email.
- No extra charges for one child below the age of five.
