• ENQUIRE
  • CONTACT
Please fill out the information below in order to enquire about your bespoke journey to Asia. All fields are required.
 I am a travel advisor
 Subscribe to our newsletter
  CALL US : +1 646 419 4336    
Tablet banner0
Tablet banner1
Tablet banner2
Tablet banner3
Tablet banner4
Mobile banner0
Mobile banner1
Mobile banner2
Mobile banner3
Mobile banner4
HOME > INDIA > Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram, also known as Mamallapuram, is best known for the impressive series of temples, cave sanctuaries and open-air sculptures carved from rock by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries. It sits only 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level, and while much of the town itself is rambling and chaotic, many of the beautiful temples, panoramic stone carvings, and other monuments are within walking distance of each other. Thankfully, after Mahabalipuram was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984, preservation and renovation efforts began in earnest, thus protecting the remarkable, culturally distinct structures and buildings within the city.
Mahabalipuram, also known as Mamallapuram, is best known for the impressive series of temples, cave sanctuaries and open-air sculptures carved from rock by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries. It sits only 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level, and while much of the town itself is rambling and chaotic, many of the beautiful temples, panoramic stone carvings, and other monuments are within walking distance of each other. Thankfully, after Mahabalipuram was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984, preservation and renovation efforts began in earnest, thus protecting the remarkable, culturally distinct structures and buildings within the city.

EXPERIENCES

EXPERIENCES

Shore Temples

Visit what is believed to be the practice area for the sculptors who worked on Mahabalipuram's main temples, then proceed to the Shore Temples of Mahabalipuram, which are Vishnu temples overlooking the Bay of Bengal.

Temple Bay GRT

Have dinner at Temple Bay GRT, a seaside property only minutes away from Mahabalipuram.

Temple Tour

Spend the day exploring the city's ancient religious sites. Receive a primer on Hinduism and its aesthetics at a massive outdoor bas-relief, which depicts Arjuna's Penance, in addition to other scenes from the Hindu epic Mahabharata. Admire the beautifully detailed stone sculptures and the ornate, multi-tiered temples, which are all that remain of the once-powerful Pallavas.

india Regions

INDIA Regions

North-Eastern
ARUNACHAL PRADESH
ASSAM
CALCUTTA
DARJEELING
NAGALAND
SIKKIM
Northern
AGRA
GULMARG
KHAJURAHO
LEH
NEW DELHI
RISHIKESH
SHIMLA
SRINAGAR
VARANASI
Rajasthan
ALWAR
JAIPUR
JAISALMER
JODHPUR
UDAIPUR
Southern
BANGALORE
CHENNAI
COCHIN
COORG
GOA
HAMPI
HYDERABAD
KARAIKUDI
KOVALAM
MADURAI
MAHABALIPURAM
MYSORE
PONDICHERRY
Western
MUMBAI
Wildlife Parks
BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK
KANHA NATIONAL PARK
NAGARHOLE & BANDIPUR
PANNA NATIONAL PARK
PENCH NATIONAL PARK
RANTHAMBHORE
SATPURA NATIONAL PARK

START YOUR JOURNEY TODAY

CONTACT US

india Goes Well With

india Goes Well With

SRI LANKA
SRI LANKA
NEPAL
NEPAL
MALDIVES
MALDIVES
BHUTAN
BHUTAN

EXPLORE OTHER ITINERARIES

Where to go

Choose Your Destination

What to do

Choose Your Interest

When to go

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Bangladesh
Bhutan
Brunei
Cambodia
China
Hong Kong
India
Indonesia
Japan
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
Laos
Macao
Malaysia
Maldives
Mongolia
Myanmar
Nepal
Oman
Papua New Guinea
Philippines
Siberia
Singapore
South Korea
Sri Lanka
Taiwan
Tajikistan
Thailand
Tibet
Turkmenistan
Uae
Uzbekistan
Vietnam
Amazing Landscapes
Architecture
Art
Beaches
Bicycling
Celebrations
Cuisine
Diving
Glamping
Heritage
Luxury Cruises
Luxury Trains
Motorcycling
Off The Grid
Romance
Skiing
Spirituality
Sports
Trekking
Tribal
Unesco
Wildlife
With Kids

FILTER TO SELECT YOUR ITINERARY

TRAVELOGUES

TRAVELOGUES

Making Gods: Exploring Calcutta’s Kumartuli District

Making Gods: Exploring Calcutta’s Kumartuli District

Author : Annapurna Mellor
Annapurna Mellor travels to Kumartuli district Calcutta, a place where they make gods from scratch. From straw to the finished product, this journey takes us to the genesis of India's spiritual sculptures.
Read More
Photographer’s Guide to the Pushkar Camel Fair

Photographer’s Guide to the Pushkar Camel Fair

Author : Annapurna Mellor
Photographer Annapurna Mellor travels to the Pushkar Camel Fair deep in the Rajasthan desert and brings back truly otherworldly photos of this deeply cultural event.
Read More
Instagram Journeys: A Culinary Tour of India

Instagram Journeys: A Culinary Tour of India

Author : Khayaal Manwani
You can feed your eyes all you like, but if you want to taste these Instagram-worthy dishes from India, you're going to need to hop on a plane to the subcontinent.
Read More
India’s Slice of Southeast Asia: 5 Reasons to Go to the Andaman Islands

India’s Slice of Southeast Asia: 5 Reasons to Go to the Andaman Islands

Author : Travelogues
Between the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea, there are the Andaman Islands, a little bit of India in Southeast Asia well worth the journey.
Read More
A Guide to New Delhi’s Very Best Luxury Hotels

A Guide to New Delhi’s Very Best Luxury Hotels

Author : Raghav Modi
A jumping off point for places like Madaya Pradesh and Rajasthan, New Delhi's status as a travel hub for India has attracted some of the finest hotel accommodations in the country.
Read More
Weekend in Bhopal: Stone Age and Stone Cities

Weekend in Bhopal: Stone Age and Stone Cities

Author : Scott Rainen
Some places have the grand imperial dynasties, others forgotten cities, but from Bhopal travelers can look all the way back to the Mesolithic Period.
Read More

WHY CHOOSE US

WHY CHOOSE US

Couple from Texas - Aman Jet Expedition, October 2016
“ We have used some of the top rated travel specialists all over the world and, without question, Catherine Heald and Remote Lands are at the very top of the list! ”
More Testimonials
More Doing Good Efforts Around the Globe
More Doing Good Efforts Around the Globe
  by Virtuoso Insights
25 of India's most luxurious hotels
25 of India's most luxurious hotels
  by CNN
More Press

FEATURED JOURNEYS

Aman
Private Jet
Expedition

China - Bhutan - India - Sri Lanka
October 12-28, 2019

Aman Private Jet Expedition

From 12 to 28 October 2019, embark on an unforgettable journey from the north to the south of Asia by luxury private jet. Discover the treasures of the east on an exclusive adventure covering cities, mountains, jungle and beach; spend your days exploring and your nights in the unsurpassed elegance of Asia’s Aman destinations.
Read More
Aman Private Jet Expedition

Aman
Private Jet
Expedition Across China

BEIJING - XI'AN - HANGZHOU - CHENGDU - LIJIANG - ZHANGJIAJIE - SHANGHAI
September 8-20, 2019

Aman Private Jet Expedition Across China

Join Aman for an exclusive and unforgettable 13-day adventure across China. Prepare to be whisked across the country aboard your private jet and stay at four of their luxury properties in Beijing, Hangzhou, Lijiang, and Shanghai.
Learn More
Aman Private Jet Expedition Across China

Aman Global
Private Jet
Expedition

Japan - China - Vietnam - Thailand - Bhutan - India - Greece - Montenegro - Italy
April 15 - May 6, 2019

Aman Global Private Jet Expedition

Take to the skies for the private jet expedition of a lifetime. Country hop in true luxury as you experience 9 beautiful Amans in nine countries over 21 nights.
Learn More
Aman Global Private Jet Expedition

Tokyo 2020
Olympic Games

Japan
July 24 - Aug 9, 2020

Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games

Remote Lands is proud to announce luxury ticket packages and private touring for the upcoming Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Scheduled to open on July 24, 2020, the Tokyo Olympics, the second in Japan and the 33rd in the modern era, will host 12,000 of the world’s best athletes to compete in 324 events, including five new categories: baseball, karate, skateboarding, sports climbing, and surfing. If you wish to register your interest, please click the button below, and we will keep you regularly updated on the most recent developments. Let the games begin.
Read More
Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games

Aman
Private Jet
Expedition

China - Bhutan - India - Sri Lanka
October 7-23, 2018

Aman Private Jet Expedition

From 7 to 23 October 2018, embark on an unforgettable journey from the north to the south of Asia by luxury private jet. Discover the treasures of the east on an exclusive adventure covering cities, mountains, jungle and beach; spend your days exploring and your nights in the unsurpassed elegance of Asia’s Aman destinations.
Read More
Aman Private Jet Expedition

FEATURED JOURNEYS

Aman Private Jet Expedition

Aman Private Jet Expedition

China - Bhutan - India - Sri Lanka
October 12-28, 2019
Aman Private Jet Expedition Across China

Aman Private Jet Expedition Across China

BEIJING - XI'AN - HANGZHOU - CHENGDU - LIJIANG - ZHANGJIAJIE - SHANGHAI
September 8-20, 2019
Aman Global Private Jet Expedition

Aman Global Private Jet Expedition

Japan - China - Vietnam - Thailand - Bhutan - India - Greece - Montenegro - Italy
April 15 - May 6, 2019
Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games

Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games

Japan
July 24 - Aug 9, 2020
Aman Private Jet Expedition

Aman Private Jet Expedition

China - Bhutan - India - Sri Lanka
October 7-23, 2018
 Satisfy your urge to explore #TakeMeToRemoteLands
NEWSLETTER

OUR DESTINATIONS

WHY CHOOSE REMOTE LANDS

Destinations

MEDIA

Agents

Stay in Touch

Stay in Touch

© 2018 Remote Lands. All rights reserved
+1(646)419-4336
ENQUIRE

Sign up