Arikamedu Ruins Walk
History · Ariyankuppam · 2.5 hours
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Overview
Step back in time on an immersive walk through Arikamedu ruins, a 2,000-year-old Indo-Roman trading port by the serene Ariyankuppam River. This hidden archaeological site reveals layers of pottery shards, brick structures, and stories of ancient maritime trade linking Tamil lands to Rome.
- Discover the ancient Roman trade connection at Arikamedu, one of South India’s most significant archaeological sites.
- Learn how Tamil and Roman merchants exchanged glassware, amphorae, beads, and spices.
- Observe the ruins of brick structures, vats, and warehouses, while connecting them to maritime history.
- Engage in conversation around archaeological processes, excavations, and what these fragments reveal.
- Enjoy the calm of the riverfront landscape, often missed by tourists.
- Reflect with your guide on how trade, culture, and history are woven into the land.
Hosted in English, Tamil
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What is included
Expert heritage guide
Entry permits
Light local refreshment
What is not included
Transfers
Meals not mentioned
Anything not listed in the 'Inclusions'
Good to know
- Hindi, French, German, Spanish speaking guides available on request
- Be mindful of waste, use bins provided and avoid littering in public spaces.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the tour covers cobbled streets and uneven paths
- Dress for the weather cottons in summer, airy fabrics in monsoon, light jacket in winter
- Be mindful of waste, use bins provided and avoid littering in public spaces
- Carry a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect yourself from the tropical sun
₹2,750/ guest
Free cancellation
