Glimpses of Bygone Era with Mahabaliburam Tours

Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram is a beautiful town in the state of Tamil Nadu. Recognized for its amazing architecture and sculptures, the town attracts a large number of the tourists from all over the world. This sea-side town enjoys the richness in history, beaches and maritime cuisine. The place boasts of its heritage sites that are now UNESCO World Heritage Site. A visit to this amazing place ensures a memorable vacation that will last forever. Spell bounding natural beauty and rich culture of Mahabalipuram make it a special place. Rock-cut and monolithic monuments of 7th and the 9th century differentiate it from other heritage sites.

Some of the famous attractions of Mahabalipuram include the following:

Arjuna Penance

Built on two rock-stones on the shore, Arjuna Penance is one of the popular attractions of Mahabalipuram. Carved in the seventh century, Arjuna Penance is around 30m (100ft) long and 15m (45ft) high. Exhaustive carvings here depict the mesmerizing interpretation of animals. Named after Arjuna, the place holds a significant place in the epic of Mahabharata. The belief that Arjuna, one of the five Pandava bothers, completed his penance here by standing on one leg makes it more popular. Another reason of visiting the place is show scenes of Panchatantra, which was written by Vishnu Sharma in the 2nd century.

Shore Temples

These major landmarks of Mahabalipuram are amazingly beautiful. Dedicated to Lord Shiva and Vishnu, the temples are the most fascinating attractions of the town. Enriched with beauty and history, the temples date back to 8th century. Nestled on the shore of Bay of Bengal, the temples retain its old world charm. Visiting the temples in evening adds some more beauty. Peaceful and beautiful environment not only lets you enjoy the carvings and sculptures but also soothes the soul.

Pancha Rathas

These are the rock-cut cave temples of the town. Sheer architectural beauty of Pancha Rathas enjoy the title of World Heritage Site. These architectural marvels are named after five Pandavas and their wife. History of these five temples, Dharmaraja, Bhima, Arjun, Draupadi and Nakul Sahadev Ratha spans over hundreds of years.

Mahabalipuram is a town that boasts of its attractions. All of them have their own story and importance. Names include Mahabalipuram Beach, Crocodile Bank, Tiger's Cave and Dakshinachitra. Apart from the sites and attractions, dance forms of the town are also popular and are the showcase to the rich South Indian culture.