Things to do in Mahabalipuram
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Mahishasura Mardhini Temple
6:00 AM–6:00 PM
Museum
Mada Koil St
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Mahishasura Mardhini Temple in Mahabalipuram, India, showcases late 7th-century Pallava rock-cut architecture near a lighthouse, highlighting its rich historical significance.
Duration: About 1 hour.
Free entry.
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Raya Gopura
Open all day
Architectural Building
Mamallapuram Hill
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Raya Gopura in Mahabalipuram, India, features the remains of a 16th-century unfinished temple entrance, showcasing intricate carvings and sculptures.
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Free. No charges for entry.
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India Seashell Museum
Mo-Su 08:00-08:00
Museum
Kalpakkam Road
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India Seashell Museum in Mahabalipuram showcases a vast collection of 40,000 seashells and marine fossils from across the globe.
Duration: Approximately 2 hours.
Free. No fees required for standard entry.

New Lighthouse
6:00 AM–6:00 PM
Lighthouse
Mamallapuram Hill
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New Lighthouse in Mahabalipuram, India, is a historic structure built in 1938, overlooking the Bay of Bengal, guiding mariners with its distinctive architecture.
Duration: Approximately 1-2 hours.
Free. Special guided tours may incur charges.