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| Mahishasuramardhini Caves (Mamallapuram) |
The nine rock-cut temples are famous for their real-life depiction of incidents from the Hindu mythology.
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| Krishna Mandapam (Mamallapuram) |
Out of the eight rock cut cave temples, the Krishna temple is believed to be the best for it's eternal sculptures, depicting Lord Krishna playing in the fields. There is a small museum nearby.
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| Arjuna's Penance (Mamallapuram) |
The world's largest bas-relief, measuring 27 m X 9 m, is the pride of Mamallapuram (also known as Mahabalipuram). This huge, whale-back shaped rock contains carved figures.
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| The Five Ratha (Mamallapuram) |
These are five monolithic temples, each created in a different style. These are also known as the 'Pancha Pandava Rathas'.
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| The Shore Temple (Mamallapuram) |
One of the oldest temple in south India, belonging to the early 8th century A.D, it is a good example of the first phase of structural temples constructed in Dravidian style.
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| The Tiger Caves (Mamallapuram) |
This was an open air theater used for organising cultural programs. The sculpture of lions and tigers on the entrance gives it the name of Tiger Caves. Though it is very near the sea, the place is calm and serene.
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| Govt. College & Architecture (Mamallapuram) |
A unique institute with a combination of traditional and modern art. The ancient art of 'shilpa sastra' is taught here.
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| Crocodile Bank (Mamallapuram) |
A crocodile breeding and research centre run by Chennai Crocodile Bank Trust. Several species of Indian and African crocodiles and alligators are bred here, in captivity in their natural surroundings in open pools.
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| Thirukkallukundram (Mamallapuram) |
An ancient Shiva temple and a hill-top temple are located here. Daily, around noon, two sacred kites are fed by the priest at the hill-top temple.
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| Sadras (Mamallapuram) |
This fine beach is located 16 km from Mamallapuram. Originally this was a Dutch settlement but now it is coming majorly as a beach resort.
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| Muttukadu (Mamallapuram) |
A fine picnic spot and an ideal location for boating and water-sports like; windsurfing, water scooter, canoeing and kayaking.
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| Thiruporur (Mamallapuram) |
Devotees come to this place to worship in the temple of Lord Muruga. This temple has several ancient inscriptions which attracts not only devotees but researchers and scholars too.
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| Vedanthangal (Around Mamallapuram) |
This famous bird sanctuary, it is located 53 km from Mahabalipuram. The best time to visit this place is between Nov-Feb, when the birds starts migrating here.
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| Sattanur (Around Mamallapuram) |
Surrounded by beautiful gardens, this dam is located near Thiruvannamalai on the Pennar river. It also has a crocodile park and a swimming pool.
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| Gingee (Around Mamallapuram) |
A very famous fort city having separate forts for the king and the queen. The fortification of the city was done on 7 hills among which the prominent ones are Krishnagiri, Rajagiri and Chandragiri.
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| Little Folks (Mamallapuram) |
An amusement complex for children, situated 8 km before Mamallapuram, offers a wide range of entertainment including an open air theatre.
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