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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.

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