Kalpakkam

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Kalpakkam is a coastal township located in the Tamil Nadu region of India. Known for its beautiful beaches, rich cultural heritage, and scientific institutions, Kalpakkam offers a unique blend of natural beauty and modern innovation.

One of the main attractions in Kalpakkam is the picturesque Sadras Beach, a popular spot for sunbathing and swimming. Visitors can also explore the ancient Sadras Fort, built by the Dutch in the 17th century, which offers stunning views of the Bay of Bengal.

For those interested in science and technology, Kalpakkam is home to several important research institutions, including the Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR). Visitors can take guided tours of the research facilities and learn about India's advancements in nuclear science and technology.

In addition to its natural and scientific attractions, Kalpakkam also boasts a rich cultural heritage. The town is home to several ancient temples, including the historic Thirukadalmallai Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and the scenic Thirumalai Kovil Temple, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Visitors to Kalpakkam can also enjoy delicious South Indian cuisine at the town's many restaurants and street food stalls, offering a variety of traditional dishes and flavors.

Local name: कल्पाक्कम Coordinates: 12°32'30"N, 80°7'44"E

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Nearby attractions include: Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, Arjuna's Penance, Nakula Sahadeva Ratha.

7 miNE
8th-century complex of 3 temples
Shore Temple, Mamallapuram
179 min walk • Nestled along the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal in the historic town of Mamallapuram, India, the Shore Temple stands as a monumental testimonial to the Pallava dynasty's architectural prowess. This granite marvel, dating back to the 7th century, is a complex of...
6.2 miNE
Historic temples sculpted like chariots
Pancha Rathas, Mamallapuram
158 min walk • Nestled in the coastal town of Mamallapuram, India, the Pancha Rathas stands as a testament to the architectural prowess of the Pallava dynasty. This historical landmark, a complex of monolithic rock-cut temples, is renowned for its intricate carvings and monumental...
6.8 miNE
, Sculpture, Archaeological site
Arjuna's Penance, Mamallapuram
173 min walk • Descent of the Ganges is a monument at Mamallapuram, on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal, in the Chengalpattu district of the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Measuring 96 by 43 feet, it is a giant open-air rock relief carved on two monolithic rock boulders.
7 miNE
Temple
Nakula Sahadeva Ratha, Mamallapuram
180 min walk • Nakula Sahadeva Ratha is a monument in the Pancha Rathas complex at Mahabalipuram, on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal, in the Kancheepuram district of the state of Tamil Nadu, India. It is an example of monolith Indian rock-cut architecture.
6.6 miNE
Lighthouse
Mahabalipuram lighthouse, Mamallapuram
168 min walk • Mahabalipuram Lighthouse is located in Tamil Nadu, India. It has been open to tourists since 2011. It was closed in 2001 following a perceived threat from the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam. The first light was commissioned here in 1887.
6.8 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Rock
Krishna's Butterball, Mamallapuram
175 min walk • Krishna's Butterball is a gigantic granite boulder resting on a short incline in the historical coastal resort town of Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu state of India.
7 miNE
Temple
Thirukadalmallai, Mamallapuram
179 min walk • Sthalasayana Perumal Temple is at Mahabalipuram. Constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture, the temple is glorified in the Divya Prabandha, the early medieval Tamil canon of the Azhwar saints from the 6th–9th centuries AD.
6.8 miNE
Temple
Krishna Mandapa, Mamallapuram
173 min walk • Mahishasuramardhini Mandapa is an example of Indian rock-cut architecture dating from the late 7th century, of the Pallava dynasty. It is a rock-cut cave temple located on a hill, near a lighthouse, along with other caves in Mamallapuram.
6.8 miNE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Ganesh Ratha, Mamallapuram
174 min walk • Ganesha Ratha is a temple in Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu, India. It is one of ten rathas carved out of pink granite within the group of monuments of the Pallava Period at Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO-inscribed World Heritage Site since 1984.
6.2 miNE
Temple
Dharmaraja Ratha, Mamallapuram
158 min walk • Dharmaraja Ratha is a monument in the Pancha Rathas complex at Mahabalipuram, on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal, in the Kancheepuram district of the state of Tamil Nadu, India. It is an example of monolith Indian rock-cut architecture.
6.7 miNE
Nature, Cave, Temple
Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram, Mamallapuram
171 min walk • 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 a UNESCO World Heritage Site.