Exploring Melmaruvathur in One Day

  1. 9:00AM: Sri AdhiParasakthi Siddhar Peetam
    5 minutes (0.5 km) from Melmaruvathur Bus Stand

    Visit the Sri AdhiParasakthi Siddhar Peetam, a popular temple dedicated to the goddess AdhiParasakthi. The temple complex has many shrines and a meditation hall where visitors can find peace and tranquility.

  2. 11:00AM: Melmaruvathur Railway Station
    20 minutes (9.7 km) from Sri AdhiParasakthi Siddhar Peetam

    Take the train from Melmaruvathur Railway Station to Chengalpattu Junction. The train journey is scenic and offers beautiful views of the countryside.

  3. 12:00PM: Mahabalipuram
    45 minutes (28 km) from Chengalpattu Junction Railway Station

    Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mahabalipuram, a historic town renowned for its ancient temples and rock-cut sculptures. Visit attractions like the Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, and the Arjuna's Penance.

  4. 2:00PM: Lunch at Moonrakers
    10 minutes (3.5 km) from Mahabalipuram

    Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch at Moonrakers, a popular beachside restaurant. The restaurant offers a variety of seafood dishes, including prawns, lobsters, and crabs, all prepared in traditional South Indian style.

  5. 4:00PM: Muttukadu Boat House
    25 minutes (16 km) from Moonrakers

    Go boating in Muttukadu Boat House, a scenic location on the East Coast Road. The boat house offers a variety of boating options, including rowboats, pedal boats, and speedboats.

  6. 6:00PM: Crocodile Bank
    15 minutes (6.6 km) from Muttukadu Boat House

    Visit the Crocodile Bank, a reptile zoo that houses a variety of crocodiles and alligators. The zoo also has other reptiles like snakes and turtles. Visitors can watch the crocodiles being fed and learn about their behavior from the knowledgeable staff.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sri AdhiParasakthi Siddhar Peetam (1 hour, free)
  • Train from Melmaruvathur to Chengalpattu Junction (45 minutes, INR 40)
  • Mahabalipuram (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Lunch at Moonrakers (1 hour, INR 1000)
  • Muttukadu Boat House (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Crocodile Bank (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2240
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