Top Things to do in Mahabalipuram
What to do and see in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu: The Best Nature & Parks
Just 45 minutes out of the city, the East Coast Road first stops at the historic town of Mahabalipuram. The 7th century erstwhile port city is famous for its rock-cut shore temples. A lone lighthouse on a hill watches over a group of temples below. Mahabalipuram also has some great cafes that serve good sea food. A backpacker’s delight, one can find cheap accommodations and plenty of activities.
Restaurants in Mahabalipuram
1. Mahishasuramardini Cave
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4.5 based on 96 reviews
Reviewed By Mikan999 - Bristol, United Kingdom
The Mahishasuramardini cave is part of the Mahabalipuram complex but is easily missed because it is a little way from the other temples, however it had some of the most interesting carvings. Especially superb is the panel showing Durga fighting the buffalo-headed demon Mahisha. It is worth learning a bit about Hindu Art and Architecture before visiting. The book on this subject by George Michell is great for this. This cave temple is a must.
2. Trimurti Cave
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4.5 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By milindpk - Nagpur, India
Again it is a part of monuments at Arjuna's penance complex. Different and nice carvings. Good photo opportunities.
3. Pancha Pandava Cave
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4.0 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By mallunair
Those who admire the contribution to art by various rulers, this is a great visual treat. In those days when no sophisticated tools and technologies were not available, how all these were constructed is absolutely stunning ????
4. Wide Beach
5. Mahabalipuram Beach
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4.0 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By RinaPurba1807 - Chennai (Madras), India
Nice beach. Reminds me of Dreamland beach of Bali. It’s a touristy beach basically. Had a lunch in a restaurant with a nice sea few
6. The Madras Crocodile Bank Trust and Centre for Herpetology
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4.0 based on 1,478 reviews
Reviewed By priyankas220 - Chennai (Madras), India
I had been to Madras crocodile bank approx. 4 times....it's really worth visiting ....they also have a session where you can see different varieties of snakes...specially the poisonous ones like Russel viper...they also demonstrate venom extraction...u can also touch some of them...also, this place has a good research team which can help u if u want to learn more about crocodiles and snakes... My favorites there r two iguanas which nicely take shower sometimes. .Mr Jose...the oldest crocodile is quite giant.. Inall, this is a good place for a family visit, specially the kids...but one has to walk a lot, so may be difficult for old people... Always after visiting this place, I wish and dream....I shud get time to sleep like these crocodiles with mouth wide open...
