Mahabalipuram Tour
Revisit ancient corridors of art as you stroll along golden shores of Mahabalipuram in coastal Tamil Nadu with Destination India Tourism South India Golden Triangle Tour Packages.
An open-air art gallery of Pallava architectural legacies, Mamallapuram or Mahabalipuram showcases the history of evolution of temple architecture in South India.
Legend has it that there were seven pagodas on the shores of Mahabalipuram that were ravaged by the sea. Only one of these pagodas is left as a reminder of ancient grandeur and penchant for exquisite art.
The perfect place to be in peace with yourself, Mahabalipuram encases you in a warm embrace while you tour celebrated attractions such as the Arjuna's Penance, Krishna Mandapam, Varaha Cave and the Shore Temple.
The Shore Temple was constructed in the 8th century A.D. by King Narsimha Varman II. There are two main sanctums within the temple, both dedicated to the deity Lord Shiva. The temple presents breathtaking vistas at high tide as massive waves crash against its sturdy walls.
The monolithic chariots sprawled on the sun soaked Mahabalipuram beach offer you a breathtaking heritage experience. See Arjuna's Penance a massive bas-relief carved and ornate with sculptural grandeur depicting the descent of River Ganga on Earth.
Enjoy tours to the Mamallapuram village and interact with locals, listen to legends related with enthusiasm by village elders and taste regional delicacies.
Enjoy all this and more on a tour of Mahabalipuram with Destination India Tourism packages.
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