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Mahabalipuram, also known, as "Mamallapuram" is
located 58-km, south of Chennai, nestling on the shores of the Bay
of Bengal, offers many breath-taking monuments with Sculptural
Panels, Caves, Monolithic Rathas (chariots) and Temples.
The spectacular beach of Mahabalipuram attracts thousands of
tourists all through the year. While at the beach you may sun bathe,
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yourself. At the same time you may explore the
magnificent monuments besides the beautiful beaches. The dreamy rock
cut art is an amazingly extravaganza. For the more ecclesiastical
tourists there are the temples besides the shores, rathas, Arjuna's
penance that are exclusive to the region. A crocodile bank, snake
venom extracting centre, schools of art and sculpture and a wide
spectrum of resorts along the beach entice holiday-seekers all round
the year.
Mahabalipuram may be easily reached. Mahabalipuram is well linked
through air, rail and road networks. The nearest airport of Chennai
connects Mahabalipuram with the other main cities of India and the
world through frequent air flights and trains. In terms of the road
transport buses knit the terrestrial network Pondicherry,
Kanchipuram, Chengalpattu and Chennai et al ply to Mahabalipuram.
Climate
The climate of Mahabalipuram remains hot and sultry all through the
year with a maximum temperature of 35°C and a minimum of 19°C. The
most enjoyable time to visit this place is during October to March.
One is advised to avoid visiting this place in the monsoon season.
Festivals
Celebration of the Southern legacy begins from January to February
there is a month-long Mamallapuram Dance Festival. Dances from all
over India are staged here including Bharatha Natyam (Tamil Nadu),
Kathakali (Kerala), Kuchipudi (Andhra Pradesh) as well as tribal
dances, puppet shows and classical / traditional music.
Connectivity
Aerial communication : Chennai (58-km) has the nearest airport with
both domestic and international terminus. Chennai is connected with
all the important places in India through the numerous domestic
flights. International flights operate from various parts of the
world to Chennai.
Rail links : The nearest railway stations are Chengalpattu (29-km)
and Chennai (58-km). From these stations one has to take the
terrestrial route to reach Mahabalipuram.
Road links : There are buses available from Pondicherry, Kanchipuram,
Chengalpattu and Chennai to Mahabalipuram regularly. The road to
Mahabalipuram is well connected to other major roads. Tourists can
also hire a taxi from Chennai to reach Mahabalipuram.
Accommodation options
Various types of accommodation options, from economy to luxury, are
available in Mahabalipuram. The best option is to check into one of
the several beach resorts Mahabalipuram encompassing the town.
However, it is necessary to have prior reservation in most of the
cases. Mahabalipuram Resorts provide excellent accommodation options
for the tourists.
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