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Exploring Mylapore: A Cultural & Historical Walking Tour

Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
$39
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Overview

The Mylapore Walking Tour features the iconic Kapaleeshwara Temple and the Santhome Church. This engaging journey through vibrant streets offers a deep dive into local culture and history.

  • 👣 The tour lasts approximately 3 hours and is primarily conducted on foot, allowing for an authentic exploration of the area.
  • 🚖 A short ride in an auto-rickshaw (local tuk-tuk) is included, providing a fun way to experience local transport.
  • 🍽️ Enjoy South Indian refreshments at the end of the tour, a perfect way to savor local flavors.
  • 🌸 Wander through bustling bazaars filled with jewellers, silk merchants, and flower vendors, experiencing the vibrant market life.
  • 🏡 The walk includes charming small lanes showcasing old-style homes and cultural venues like 'kutcheri' auditoriums.
  • 📚 A knowledgeable guide leads the tour, sharing insights about the rich history and significance of each landmark.
  • 🏛️ Begin at the Kapaleeshwarar Temple, the heart of Mylapore, where fascinating rituals unfold under the guide’s narration.
  • 🕊️ Visit the Sri Ramakrishna Math, a significant site dedicated to one of India's influential philosophers, with insights into his contributions to Indian philosophy.
  • ⛪ Explore the stunning San Thome Church, the main church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese, and marvel at the neo-Gothic architecture and relics.
  • 🚏 Public transportation options are conveniently available nearby, making it easy to reach the starting point.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Group walk without pickup
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Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

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  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Gratuities (optional)

  • Kapaleeshwarar Temple
    The Chennai walk takes place in Mylapore, an ancient area with records dating back to the 1st century AD. It is a land of many deities! Our walk begins at the Kapaaleswar Temple, the most renowned temple in Mylapore. This temple serves as the heart of Mylapore, and our guide will unravel the fascinating rituals that take place there.
  • Sri Ramakrishna Math
    we will visit the Ramakrishna Monastery and Universal Temple, dedicated to one of India's most influential philosophers. Our cultural guide will elaborate on his significant contributions to Indian philosophy and his belief in the unity of religions. He played a pivotal role in bridging the ancient and modern worlds.
  • Santhome Cathedral Basilica
    The walking tour in Chennai takes us to the main church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Madras & Mylapore. Inside the stunning neo-Gothic Basilica, you'll be mesmerized by its beauty. The shrine houses a small relic of bone and the lance that pierced Saint Thomas in the year 52, which is truly the highlight of this Chennai walk.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Exploring Mylapore: A Cultural & Historical Walking Tour

    Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
    $39
    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
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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