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Located in Kancheepuram district, Mahabalipuram is one of the oldest
cities in India and well known for its historical beauty, stone carved
monuments, temples, statues and sculptures.
Attractions of Mahabalipuram are not only based on historical beauty of
temples but also around the scenic charm of the sun kissed blue and
sandy beaches and palm trees.
Famous Attractions in Mahabalipuram
Shore Temple • The Shore Temple with two
towers symbolizes the
heights of Pallava
architecture and the
maritime ambitions of the
Pallava kings.
• This shore temple has gained more popularity worldwide and
tourists gather here because it has been listed among the world
heritage sites of the UNESCO.
Pancha Rathas • Also known as the Five
Rathas or Five Chariots, they
were carved from single
large rocks.
• The Rathas have an association with the great epic Mahabharata
describing the heroes of Mahabharata with their wife Draupadi,
which is termed as Pancha Pandava Rathas.
Cave Temples • Mahabalipuram comprises a
total of 8 Rock-Cut cave
temples built in the 7th
century by Pallava Kings.
• All rock-cut carved sculptures are dedicated to the various Hindu
gods and are considered the finest masterpiece of Indian Art and
Culture.
Arjuna's Penance • Arjuna’s Penance is
considered as the largest
open-air bas-relief in the
world. This magnificent
relief, carved in the mid-
seventh century, measures
approximately 30m (100ft) in
length and 15m (45ft) in
height.
• Arjuna’s Penance showcases more than 100 figures of gods and
flying celestial creatures, birds and animals, including giant
elephants, along with human beings and saints.
Thirukadalmallai Temple
• The temple Thirukadalmallai
had been dedicated to Lord
Vishnu. It was built by a
Pallava King to safeguard the
sculptures from corrosion
and destruction by the
ocean.
• It is also popular for its Adivaraha shrine near the seashore. A lot of
tourists have been visiting this temple during the festival of Maasi
Makham.
Best Time to Visit Mahabalipuram The weather of the Mahabalipuram is quite hot all through the year with
the maximum temperature of 35 degree Celsius and the minimum of 19
degree Celsius. Therefore it has been recommended to travel to
Mahabalipuram during the months of October to March.
The best hotels in Mahabalipuram are packed during the peak season;
therefore it is advised to book the resorts in advance.
Hotel Mamalla Heritage is your best staying option when you are on a
vacation to Mahabalipuram with your family or loved ones.
Make your stay in Mahabalipuram a pleasant experience, book your stay
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