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Chennai Ancient Temples Tour
4 h
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Stop At: Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Kapaleesvarar Sannadhi Street Vinayaka Nagar Colony, Chennai (Madras) 600004 India
The temple is the most ancient one that has been built around the 7th century, front gopuram and the entire temple is an example of Dravidian architecture. Legend has it that Goddess Parvathi worshiped Lord Shiva in the form of a peacock in this temple.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sri Parthasarathy Temple, Singarachari Street, Chennai (Madras) 600005 India
Dedicated to lord Vishnu, this temple in the heart of the city is believed to have been built during the 8th century by the Pallavas. With sunlight making patterns inside, the temple retains a majority of its ancient aura.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur Near Beach of Bay of Bangal, Chennai (Madras) India
Marundheeswarar, meaning the “God of medicines” describes Lord Shiva, who is worshiped as a healer of diseases. The temple has a very ancient history from 7th-8th century and inscriptions found here seem to indicate that it could belong to the 11th century.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Kaaraneeswarar Temple, Saidapet Near Saidapet Railway station, Chennai (Madras) India
This 12th-century temple has an interesting story behind it involving the holy cow Kamadhenu and the King of Gods, Lord Indra. Legend has it that Indra had to build a temple at this precise location to redeem his cow that was cursed into becoming a mortal by Sage Vashishta.
Duration: 15 minutes
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Kapaleesvarar Sannadhi Street Vinayaka Nagar Colony, Chennai (Madras) 600004 India
The temple is the most ancient one that has been built around the 7th century, front gopuram and the entire temple is an example of Dravidian architecture. Legend has it that Goddess Parvathi worshiped Lord Shiva in the form of a peacock in this temple.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sri Parthasarathy Temple, Singarachari Street, Chennai (Madras) 600005 India
Dedicated to lord Vishnu, this temple in the heart of the city is believed to have been built during the 8th century by the Pallavas. With sunlight making patterns inside, the temple retains a majority of its ancient aura.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur Near Beach of Bay of Bangal, Chennai (Madras) India
Marundheeswarar, meaning the “God of medicines” describes Lord Shiva, who is worshiped as a healer of diseases. The temple has a very ancient history from 7th-8th century and inscriptions found here seem to indicate that it could belong to the 11th century.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Kaaraneeswarar Temple, Saidapet Near Saidapet Railway station, Chennai (Madras) India
This 12th-century temple has an interesting story behind it involving the holy cow Kamadhenu and the King of Gods, Lord Indra. Legend has it that Indra had to build a temple at this precise location to redeem his cow that was cursed into becoming a mortal by Sage Vashishta.
Duration: 15 minutes
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Fuel surcharge
- WiFi on board
- Gratuities
- Bottled water
- Parking Fees
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Special Darshan Fees (if any)
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Shoes must be removed at places of worship, Dress code is smart casual (Please be advised to dress accordingly for places of worship; shorts or sleeveless tops are not recommended)
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
75%
Original
20%
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