Tuesday, February 12, 2008

Mamallapuram


Mamallapuram or Mahabalipuram is the best place to start a temple tour is Mamallapuram, a seaside village. It is situated at the outskirts of Chennai and is approximately 61 km from the main city. The artisanship of this place is beyond parallel. The world-famous town of Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram is a must visit from Chennai. The 'Descent of the Ganga', which is another interpretation of the bas-relief, is a brilliant composition in stone. Myriad ornamental figures of celestial beings are shown adorning the divine spectacle.

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