Chennai (Madras) Trip Overview
This journey is dedicated to the Kingdom of Architectural Marvels. Spirituality is the key element here, that resulted in the thousands of Hindu temples formation in Tamil Nadu. Concurrently, all these temples are equally marvellous in Engineering.
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Chennai (Madras), India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Chennai (Madras), Tamil Nadu, India
This journey is dedicated to the Kingdom of Architectural Marvels. Spirituality is the key element here, that resulted in the thousands of Hindu temples formation in Tamil Nadu. Concurrently, all these temples are equally marvellous in Engineering.
Itinerary
Day 1: Chennai to Thanjavur enroute visiting Chidambaram Nataraj temple
Stop At: Chidambaram, Chidambaram, Cuddalore District, Tamil Nadu
We pick you up from your hotel in Chennai and drive towards Thanjavur, enroute we shall visit the town of Chidambaram which is known for the Thillai Nataraja Temple. Chidambaram Nataraja Temple was built during the 11th century and is one of the most celebrated Shaivite Temples in South India. Further drive towards Thanjavur.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at budget hotel with all basic western amenities
Day 2: Thanjavur to Chennai enroute visiting Mahabalipuram shore temples
Stop At: Brihadeeswara Temple, Membalam Rd Balaganapathy Nagar, Thanjavur 613001 India
After breakfast visit Brihadishvara (or Brhadisvara) temple was constructed between c. 995 and 1025 CE using Chola war booty and tribute from Sri Lanka. The temple was dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Reaching a height of 63 metres, it is the tallest temple building in India. The entire rectangular complex measures approximately 140 x 75 metres and is surrounded by a wall with regular interior niches. Inside the compound are various secondary shrines and a monumental double gateway entrance (gopuras)
Now timeto drive back to Chennai enroute visit the Shore Temples at Mahabalipuram beach, Arjuna’s Penance – biggest bas relief in the world and leisure walk to Five Rathas witness the craftsmen making statues in stones
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
