Mahabalipuram

Mamallapuram, or Mahabalipuram, as it was known earlier as a melting pot of trade links between the Pallava kings and China, is set to rekindle the lost connection when Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Chinese President Xi Jinping at Mamallapuram on ...

Earlier tall temple gopuras on the coastal areas served as watch towers and light houses. The Shore Temple in Mahabalipuram was one such landmark for martime movements. Similarly, the Olakkanesvara Temple in Mahabalipuram is one of the temples on a hillock ...

Mahabalipuram is known for its architectural heritage. It is indeed a wonder to see such intricate sculptures and rock-cut structures in this coastal town. Among several monuments, the Panchapandava Cave Temple in Mahabalipuram has stood the test of times. The Panchapandava ...

Each place has its own nature, history and future. When some places make you foresee the future, some take you to an unforgettable past. Sadras is a fort town in Tamil Nadu that takes you back in time. Let us visit ...

That swish of air in the ears, wind blowing on to your face while the eyes are busy enjoying the landscapes is what road trip is all about! A drive or ride through the highways occasionally overtaking other vehicles give a ...

Didn't we all get excited by the sci-fi chariots used in the hit movie 'Baahubali'? The villain Bhallala Deva's (Rana Daggubati) chariot in the war scene did certainly raise the eyebrows. Well, chariots have been an integral part of the Indian ...

Some of us never get out of the house on weekends but sometimes we do need a break from monotonous life. Right?! Usually, it is not easy to travel too far on weekends. It is necessary for us to find the ...

The Shore Temple which is on the banks of the Bay of Bengal is one of the main attractions of Mahabalipuram. Its beautiful structure is an architectural marvel, which depicts the ancient finesse of art. The Shore Temple which was built ...

We always see a temple or any religious place in terms of spirituality and religiosity. It is not just that, if seen in a traveller's perspective you can find interesting aspects about the place. Here are some beach facing temples that ...

Tamil Nadu is blessed with various natural heritage as well as historical heritage. A popular tourist destination in India which has many things to explore. There are various places to visit in Tamil Nadu which has the influences of Jainism, Buddhism, ...

A trip on a weekend is always a stress-buster and rejuvenating.  Weekend getaways from Chennai are many, in fact the city itself has different places. Yet, broaden your choices and visit other places near Chennai. Planning a short trip is never ...

The historical town of Mahabalipuram lies on the Coramandel belt of Tamil Nadu and is located about 60 km from Chennai. The city where the Pallavas once ruled offer travellers a scenic vistas of the city. It has been classified as ...