Mahabalipuram UNESCO World Heritage site walk

History · Mahabalipuram · 4 hours

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Overview

Explore Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former Pallava port city, famed for its rock-cut temples and monumental sculptures. Hear local legends of the Seven Pagodas and see the Shore Temple, the last of its kind by the sea. This guided walk reveals ancient architecture, mythology, and stone craftsmanship through local stories.


  • Witness Arjuna’s Penance, the world’s largest bas-relief carved into a granite cliff.
  • Visit rock-cut cave temples and monolithic marvels sculpted from single stones.
  • Discover the legend of the submerged city and 21st-century underwater findings.
  • Engage in an interactive Q&A session over local refreshments.
  • Learn about Pallava history, artistic techniques, and modern conservation efforts.

Hosted in English

Meeting point

Exact location shared on confirmation

Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu

What is included

Guided tour by local cultural expert

Entry tickets to monuments

Refreshments (local snacks and water)

What is not included

Transfers (available upon request)

Meals not mentioned