Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram
Overview
This group of sanctuaries, founded by the Pallava kings, was carved out of rock along the Coromandel coast in the 7th and 8th centuries. It is known especially for its rathas (temples in the form of chariots), mandapas (cave sanctuaries), giant open-air reliefs such as the famous 'Descent of the Ganges', and the temple of Rivage, with thousands of sculptures to the glory of Shiva.
About Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram
The Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram is a collection of 7th- and 8th-century CE religious monuments in the coastal resort town of Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, India and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal, about 60 kilometres (37 mi) south of Chennai.
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Components(3 locations)
- •Mukunda Nayanar Temple249-002
- •main complex of Mahabalipuram249-001
- •Pidari Ratha / Valian Kuttai Ratha249-003
Details
- Countries
- India
- ISO Codes
- IN
- Coordinates
- 12.6167, 80.1917
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