Travelog: Mahabalipuram - UNESCO Site of The Ancient Temples.
Location: Mahabalipuram (also known as Mammalipuram)
Kancheepuram Dist. Tamil Nadu,
INDIA.
Description:
Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram
This group of sanctuaries, founded by the
Pallava kings, was carved out of rock along the Coromandel coast in the 7th and 8th centuries.
Brief History:
It is known especially for its rathas (temples in the form of chariots), mandapas (cave sanctuaries), giant open-air reliefs such as the famous 'Descent of the Ganges', and the temple of Rivage, with thousands of sculptures to the glory of Shiva.
Getting There
Just 45 minutes out of the city of Chennai (ex: Madras), take the East Coast Road down south to Kelambakkam (nearest town to Mahabalipuram). Twenty minutes driving from here, first stops at the historic town of Mahabalipuram.
Travel Tips
The 7th century erstwhile port city is famous for its rock-cut shore temples. A lone lighthouse on a hill watches over a group of temples below. Mahabalipuram also has some great cafes that serve good sea food. A backpacker’s delight, one can find cheap.
MAHABALIPURAM: The UNESCO Site of Groups of Ancient Indian Temple
Ancient monument
Ruin of ancient temple
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