Chennai – Mahabalipuram by surface [±60 Kms./ ± 2Hrs]
Morning: Visit Sri Kapaleeswarar Temple, The temple 'Gopuram'(tower) is characteristic of Dravidian style architecture, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Fort ST. George: (Closed on Friday’s) It was built in 1640 AD, by the British East India Company under the direct supervision of Francis Day and Andrew Cogon. Take walk through the surrounding areas, where you can see Mylapore in all its crowded chaos. The jewellers, silk merchants, fruit and vegetable sellers and the flower vendors in the bazaars provide a colourful backdrop to the temple.
Also visit the National Art Gallery and Museum with a fine collection of ancient paintings.St. Thomas Cathedral Basilica Church is the major pilgrimage centre for Christians in India. San Thome Basilica is one of the only 23 Basilica in India.
Drive to Mahabalipuram. On arrival check in at Hotel.
In the afternoon visit Mahabalipuram -Including visit several cave temples and sculpted reliefs including Five Rathas- are the rock-cut temples and are rated as excellent examples of Pallava art. Krishna Mandapam- a beautifully decorated with the carvings of the various incidents of Krishna's life.Arjuna's Penance- is the world's largest bas-relief measuring 27m x 9m is the pride of Mahabalipuram and the Shore Temple- is one of the oldest temples in South India. It belongs to the 8th Century A.D. and is a good example of the first phase of the structure of temples constructed in the Dravidian style.