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A Short Tourist Guide to Mahabalipuram

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Mahabalipuram is a hot spot for foreign and local tourists alike. The Mahabalipuram experience will cast a charm on you. This is a short guide on the highlights of the beautiful town of Mahabalipuram. Transit: •    By Air: The Meenambakkam Airport in Chennai is the closest airport to Maha... read more

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The Cave Temples of Mahabalipuram

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Called as mandapas or rock-cut caves the cave temples in Mahabalipuram are sanctuaries or temples covered with bas-reliefs. Traces of such architecture are known to have been used during the Buddhist period. Much similar cave architecture was excavated on rock faces. There are eleven mandapas in Mah... read more

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Things to Do in Mahabalipuram

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Although the main attractions of Mahabalipuram are the ancient architecture and rock carvings, there are plenty of activities that can be done to have a blast with family and friends. Here are some cool ideas on the things you can do while you are at Mahabalipuram: •    Mahabalipuram is a... read more

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The Secret of the “Seven Pagodas”

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The ‘seven pagodas’ was used as a nick name for Mahabalipuram from the time when early European explorers went there. The 7 magnificent temples including the shore temple built during the 8th century CE under the rule of Narasimhavarman II has an interesting story to narrate: A brief note on ... read more

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