Tirukalukundram Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

It is amazing to see the spectacular temples at Mahabalipuram.
It is amazing to see the spectacular temples at Mahabalipuram.
The temples of Mahabalipuram attract a lot of tourists from and outside India.
Descent of the Ganges is a monument at Mahabalipuram, on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal, in the Kancheepuram district of the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Measuring 96 by 43 feet (29 m × 13 m), it is a giant open-air rock relief carved on two monolithic rock boulders.
The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram, India. It was built with blocks of granite, dating from the 8th century AD. At the time of its creation, the village was a busy port during the reign of Narasimhavarman II of the Pallava dynasty. As one of the Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram, it has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984 and it is one of the oldest structural stone temples of South India.

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Kaldan Samudhra Palace

Kaldan Samudhra Palace

3.5 out of 5
ECR Mahabalipuram Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$328 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
NZ$328
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Tiger Cave and Mamallapuram Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (46 reviews)
The place was great. The staff ensured we get a great experience. Morning breakfast was fantastic. The hotel was very safe next to the beach. The entertainment, room and facility was nice. Will surely look this place for the next time.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Kaldan Samudhra Palace
Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram

Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram

4.5 out of 5
57, Covelong Road Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is NZ$334 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$334
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Pancha Pandava Cave and Mamallapuram ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (259 reviews)
Staff were very helpful. The room was comfortable, clean and quiet. We had a delicious dinner at wharf 2 with great service from shaka siphon. I would also like to recommend Magesha (travel coordinator) who arranged a comfortable transfer with driver Anbum who waa friendly, punctual and informative. ...

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram
Four Points by Sheraton Mahabalipuram Resort & Convention Center

Four Points by Sheraton Mahabalipuram Resort & Convention Center

4 out of 5
ECR-OMR Junction, ECR, Poonjeri Tirukalukundram
The price is NZ$204 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
NZ$204
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Pancha Pandava Rathas and Five Rathas are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (100 reviews)
This is a nice hotel with good size room. All the staff were polte and helpfull. There is a nice swimming pool and hotel provides complimentary tee / cofee and biscuits in the afternoon which is a nice touch. The only negative is that the area approaching the hotel is very run down so go from a poor ...

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Mahabalipuram Resort & Convention Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cozy Beachside Stay Near Mahabalipuram Monuments.

Cozy Beachside Stay Near Mahabalipuram Monuments.

Mahabalipuram TN
Stay at this holiday home in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy laundry facilities and housekeeping. Popular attractions Mumu Surf Shop and Mamallapuram Beach are located ...
Cozy Beachside Stay Near Mahabalipuram Monuments.
2 Bed Room Villa with Pvt  Pool

2 Bed Room Villa with Pvt Pool

kunnathur TN
Stay at this villa in Tirukalukundram. Popular attractions Five Rathas and Pancha Pandava Rathas are located nearby.
2/10 (1 review)
My review is going to be based on my experience; the pictures are pretty close to the real place but I’ll have to say the experience of wanting to stay there as a private villa is the worst idea. Firstly, the location on the Expedia/Vrbo and the real location are about 5KM apart and it’s no where ...

Reviewed on 27 July 2025

2 Bed Room Villa with Pvt Pool
2nd Floor Apt - Meya  boutique homes

2nd Floor Apt - Meya boutique homes

Mahabalipuram Tamil nadu
Stay at this holiday home in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable/satellite TV service and air conditioning. Popular attractions Tiger Cave and Mamallapuram ...
2nd Floor Apt - Meya boutique homes
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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