Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram - Chennai
Destination: Chennai
Duration: 08:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Have a day tour from Chennai to Kanchipuram. After the breakfast, drive to the Silk city named "Kanchipuram", an ancient capital of the Pallava dynasty ruled between 7th and 8th centuries. Visit the Ekambareshwara temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva is the most famous one with tall towers, massive halls with sculptured pillars. Next, proceed to Kailasanatha temple which is also meant for Lord Shiva is the finest specimen for Pallava architecture with beautifully carved sculptures. After the lunch, Drive to Mahabalipuram, an ancient seaport city of Pallavas.
Visit the famous World Heritage UNESCO sites of Mahabalipuram. First, to the Sea Shore temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Vishnu, and then to Five Rathas "Five Chariots", a monolithic structure, representing an unique style built by the pallavas, then finally to Arjuna's Penance and return back to Chennai. Service Ends.