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23°c

AQI 160

Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, India

Mahabalipuram is known for its ancient rock-cut temples and sculptures, making it a popular destination for history and architecture enthusiasts.

Mahabalipuram is popular for

Shore Temple

Sandy Beaches

Stone Sculptures

Seashore Views

Sunset Views

Rock Cut Caves

Mahabalipuram in next 3 month

jan

18/29°C

AQI 119
feb

19/31°C

AQI 97
mar

21/32°C

AQI 75
apr

23/36°C

AQI 57
may

24/39°C

AQI 63
jun

25/39°C

AQI 70
jul

25/37°C

AQI 71
aug

24/38°C

AQI 65
sep

25/35°C

AQI 46
oct

23/34°C

AQI 62
nov

21/30°C

AQI 57
dec

23/30°C

AQI 110

December in Mahabalipuram is pleasant with mild temperatures and moderate air quality.

Usual trip duration

2-3 days

A 2-3 day trip to Mahabalipuram allows you to explore the famous UNESCO World Heritage site of ancient rock-cut temples, caves, and stone carvings. You can also relax on the beautiful beaches and indulge in some water sports activities.

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Affordable with some luxury options

Places to Stay
Things To Do

Ideas To Plan Your Trip

Places To Visit

temple

monument

beach

natural

wildlife

cave

Shore Temple

TEMPLE

Ancient stone temple by the sea

Pandava Rathas

MONUMENT

Rock-cut sculptures of chariots

Mahabalipuram Beach

BEACH

Relaxing beach with fishing boats

Arjuna's Penance

MONUMENT

Giant rock carving of a mythological scene

Thirukadalmallai Temple

TEMPLE

Historic temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu

Krishna's Butterball

NATURAL

Giant balancing rock formation

Descent of the Ganges

MONUMENT

Bas-relief sculpture on a rock wall

Crocodile Bank

WILDLIFE

Conservation center for crocodiles

Mahishasuramardini Cave

CAVE

Rock-cut cave temple

Thirumurthi Cave

CAVE

Ancient cave complex with carvings

Olakkannesvara Temple

TEMPLE

Historic temple with intricate carvings

Tiger Cave

CAVE

Rock-cut cave with tiger carvings

Places To Eat

Taacos Seafood Restaurant

Virunthombal Chettinadu

Wok To Dhaba Restaurant

Arabian Garden - Seafood Restaurant

The Golden Palate ( Pure Vegetarian Restaurant ) - Hotel Mamallaa Heritage

Madras Chronicle

Sri Ananda Bhavan

L'attitude 49

Babu's Cafe

Motel Mamalla

Charlie's Den

Searock Restaurant

Fisherman Restaurant

Marmoris Beach Lounge

Hotel Guru ECR

The Melting Pot: Market Cafe

The Wharf Restaurant

Hotel Guru

SUNRISE RESTAURANT since 1983

Le Yogi Restaurant. OPEN !

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