Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram


Mahabalipuram is one of history's intriguing enigmas. The ancient Mamallapuram, as Mahabalipuram was formerly known, was flourishing port town of the Pallava rulers of south India who chiseled in stone a fabulous "open-air museum" of sculpture under the vault of a burning sky. Apart from this, nothing is known of the place. What was the purpose behind this whole exercise, and, more important, why all the royal patronage this place enjoyed suddenly disappeared, no one actually has any answer. Staying at Mahabalipuram Resorts is an unique way of experiencing its history. The temple city of Mahabalipuram (also Mamallapuram) is situated just 60 km off Chennai on the Bay of Bengal coast in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The city is well connected through a network of roads from Chennai and other important cities of South India. Many of the Resorts Mahabalipuram are strategically located close to the tourist spots.

Mahabalipuram is one of history's intriguing enigmas. The ancient Mamallapuram, as Mahabalipuram was formerly known, was flourishing port town of the Pallava rulers of south India who chiseled in stone a fabulous "open-air museum" of sculpture under the vault of a burning sky. Apart from this, nothing is known of the place. What was the purpose behind this whole exercise, and, more important, why all the royal patronage this place enjoyed suddenly disappeared, no one actually has any answer. Staying at Mahabalipuram Resorts is an unique way of experiencing its history. Mahabalipuram is one of the oldest cities in India and is known for its various stone carved monuments and ancient temples.



Mahabalipuram also offers beautiful white sand beaches and an exotic shopping experience to the tourists. The architecture, the serenity, the alluring atmosphere and the impressive setting are all reasons as to why one would want to visit this wonderful town. Beautiful white sandy beaches are plentiful, as are the Casuarinas trees that are found in abundance here. The Crocodile Bank houses some exquisite species of crocodiles and alligators which is fun for children. The Five Rathas provides



Best Time To Visit


November to February has nice and pleasant weather and is the perfect time to enjoy sightseeing and adventure activities.

How To Reach


By Air

Chennai international airport is the nearest airport to the city which is located at a distance of 56 km.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Chennai Railway Station which is at a distance of 45 kms. Chengalpattu is another station which is at a distance of 29kms.

Shopping


Famous for its stone and wooden artifacts, Mahabalipuram markets also sell soapstones, granite sculptures. These sculptures are mostly of Gods and Goddesses which captures scenes from everyday life. Seashells are also an important item if you are going for shopping in Mahabalipuram. Decorative items and jewellery made of seashells are also in vogue in Mahabalipuram markets. Shopping in Mahabalipuram will be quite exciting for the tourists if they are looking for rare showpieces. If you are lo



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