Mahabalipuram Beach

Locate : At the southern most tip of India, where the Arabian Sea, the Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal meet, lies Kanyakumari (Kanniyakumari).
Touring Seasons : Through out the year.

The Beach
Mahabalipuram Beach in Tamil Nadu is an important pilgrim center in India. Mahabalipuram Beach Tamil Nadu  is   also famous for its brilliant sunrises and sunsets. The sea at Mahabalipuram Tamil Nadu beach is pleasantly rough, so it is thrilling to watch it proceed towards the rocks and then again embrace the sea, before it gathers itself up for another journey.

With unending expanse of sand with several complexion, the Mahabalipuram beach presents an invitng change. If you are interested in shell-craft, then you can find many on the Mahabalipuram beach.

Beach Accessiibility
Airlines : Chennai (58-km) is the nearest airport with both domestic and international terminus. Chennai is connected with all the major places in India through the numerous domestic flights. International flights operate from various parts of the world to Chennai.

Rail Lines : The nearest railway stations are Chengalpattu (29-km) and Chennai (58-km). From these stations one has to take the road to reach Mahabalipuram.

Bus Lines : There are buses available from Pondicherry, Kanchipuram, Chengalpattu and Chennai to Mahabalipuram daily. The road to Mahabalipuram is good. Tourists can also hire a taxi from Chennai.


Lodging in Mahabalipuram Beach
Accommodation is not a problem near Mahabalipuram Beach in Tamil Nadu for the tourists. Accommodation is easily available with the options from the beach resorts, deluxe hotels and budget hotels.

Charming Spots near Mahabalipuram Beach
Dakshinachitra
Dakshinachitra is a heritage centre. Here traditional craft persons and folk artists work and perform in the reconstructed period settings of 19th century homes, streets and workspaces of the Southern States of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

Shore Temple
This is one of the oldest temples in south India. The temple dates back to the early 8th century AD and is a good example of the first phase of structural temples built in Dravidian style. The monuments are floodlit at night and it looks spectacular after sunset.

Arjuna's Penance
The largest bas-relief of the world, measuring 27m x 9m is the pride of Mahabalipuram. This huge whaleback shaped rock feature figures of Gods, Demigods, men, beasts, birds and infact represents the entire creation.

Tiger's Cave
It is 4-km north of the main monument complex. It was an open-air theatre, where cultural programmes are held. Though it is very close to the sea, the place is tranquil and calm.

Five Rathas
These are five monolithic temples, each shaped in a different style. They are also known as the "Pancha Pandava Rathas". The four of the Rathas are supposed to have chiselled out of a single rock formation.

Oceanic Activities
While at the beach you may sun bathe, relax, unwind or even swim.