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Mahabalipuram Art History and Culture Private Tour from Chennai

Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
$137.85
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Overview

The Mahabalipuram Art History and Culture Private Tour from Chennai offers a fascinating glimpse into India's rich heritage. Led by knowledgeable cultural custodians, this exclusive tour showcases the exquisite rock-cut temples and intricate statues that define this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • 🏛️ Visit Dakshin Chitra, a unique "living museum" featuring traditional South Indian houses and arts, meticulously relocated brick by brick from across the region.
  • 🐅 Explore the Tiger Cave, a captivating rock-cut Hindu temple complex, known for its tiger head carvings and stunning bas-reliefs, built in the early 8th century.
  • 🏰 Marvel at the Pancha Rathas, incredible 6th-century monolithic structures commissioned by King Narasimhavarman II, showcasing the architectural brilliance of the Pallava Dynasty.
  • 🕉️ Discover the Mahishasuramardini Cave, a masterpiece of the Pallava Dynasty and part of the Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram, recognized for its artistic significance.
  • 🌊 Visit the Shore Temple, one of the oldest structural stone temples in Southern India, constructed from granite and dating back to the 8th century AD.
  • 🚗 Enjoy private transportation in a comfortable SUV, ensuring a smooth and relaxed journey throughout the day.
  • 👨‍🏫 Benefit from an expert guide fluent in English, providing insights into the art, history, and culture of the region.
  • 💼 All fees and taxes are included, making the experience hassle-free and straightforward.
  • 📸 Camera fees where applicable, so you can capture stunning memories of your tour.
  • 🍽️ Note that lunch is not included, and you will need to cover your guide's lunch costs.

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Mahabalipuram Art History and Culture Private Tour from Chennai
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours

  • Tour
  • Expert Guide
  • Transport in a SUV
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Private transportation
  • Tips - though not expected, it would be great to leave your guide a tip to show your appreciation.
  • Lunch for guide
  • Camera Fees where applicable
  • Lunch

  • The first stop in Dakshin Chitra, a very interesting "museum" that showcases traditional South Indian houses and arts - they have carefully relocated brick by brick many old and traditional houses from across South India - a fantastic visit
  • Tiger Cave
    The Tiger Cave is a fascinating rock-cut Hindu temple complex just before Mahabalipuram. It gets its name from the carvings of tiger heads on the mouth of a cave which forms a part of the complex. Constructed in the early 8th century, this amazing complex has one of the most beautiful bas-reliefs in the world which is unfortunately missed by most travellers as it is a little hidden
  • Pancha Rathas
    Astounding 6th century monolithic masterpieces built under the reign of the king Narasimhavarman II (c. 690–725 CE
  • Mahishasuramardini Cave
    Another absolute masterpiece of the Pallava Dynasty, the temple is part of the Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Shore Temple
    The shore temple is a structural temple, built with blocks of granite, dating from the 8th century AD. It is one of the oldest structural (versus rock-cut) stone temples of Southern India. At the time of its creation, the site was a busy port during the reign of Narasimhavarman II of the ancient Pallava dynasty

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Mahabalipuram Art History and Culture Private Tour from Chennai

    Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
    $137.85
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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