Discovering Mahabalipuram in a Day

Day 1: Exploring Ancient Wonders

Mahabalipuram, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Moonrak Restaurant

Kickstart your day with a South Indian breakfast at Moonrak Restaurant, known for its delicious dosas and filter coffee.
Moonrak Restaurant is a short walk from Arjuna's Penance.
₹500, 1 hour

9:30AM

Arjuna's Penance

Marvel at the intricate rock carvings depicting various scenes from Hindu mythology at Arjuna's Penance, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Arjuna's Penance is a 5-minute walk from Moonrak Restaurant.
₹250, 1.5 hours

11:30AM

Five Rathas

Explore the monolithic rock-cut temples at the Five Rathas, each carved in the shape of a chariot dedicated to different deities.
Five Rathas are a 10-minute walk from Arjuna's Penance.
₹200, 1 hour

1:00PM

Lunch at Moonrak Thali

Savor a traditional South Indian thali for lunch at Moonrak Thali, offering a variety of flavorful dishes.
Moonrak Thali is located near the Five Rathas.
₹800, 1 hour

2:30PM

Shore Temple

Visit the Shore Temple, a structural temple overlooking the Bay of Bengal and a prominent example of Dravidian architecture.
Shore Temple is a short walk from Moonrak Thali.
₹350, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Pancha Rathas

End your day by exploring the Pancha Rathas, a set of five monolithic temples each carved from a single granite boulder.
Pancha Rathas are a 10-minute walk from the Shore Temple.
₹250, 1 hour
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