Mamallapuram (also called Mahaballipuram) is about an hour's drive from Chennai on the East Coast Road. It was the second capital and seaport of the Pallava Kings who ruled in the 5th century.The Shore Temple is among the oldest temples of South India and represents the final flowering of Pallava art. Arjuna's Penance, one of the world's biggest bas-reliefs depicts the story of the descent of the River Ganges from Heaven to Earth. Cave temples and massive monolithic sculptures (carved from a single large block of granite) make Mamallapuram a place to remember. DakshinaChitra is an exciting cross cultural living museum of art, architecture, lifestyles, crafts and performing arts of South India. The main mission is to exhibit, promote and preserve aspects of the broader, more inclusive cultures of the states and to bring these arts to the public in a participative, enjoyable and engaging way.

Additional Information

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Face masks required for travellers in public areas
• Face masks required for guides in public areas
• Face masks provided for travellers
• Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
• Social distancing enforced throughout experience
• Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
• Gear/equipment sanitised between use
• Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
• Guides required to regularly wash hands
• Regular temperature checks for staff
• Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
• Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
• Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

Tickets

*Mobile or paper ticket accepted
*One per booking

Prices

* Per Person

Adult : from 18 to 78 : from 1 to 15 Persons

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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