Mamallapuram, India

Mamallapuram Travel Guide

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Local name: महाबलिपुरम Elevation: 33 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 12°37'8"N, 80°11'45"E
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Tamil NaduIndia

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Mamallapuram Top Attractions

Mamallapuram Attractions - What to See and Explore

Mamallapuram offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, Arjuna's Penance, Nakula Sahadeva Ratha. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Day trips

Mamallapuram – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Mamallapuram, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Mayajaal, VGP Universal Kingdom (Chennai), Queens Land.

  • mayajaal16 milesN
  • vgp universal kingdom chennai21 milesN
  • queens land30 milesN
  • santhome church chennai29 milesN
  • mgm dizzee world15 milesN

Best Time To Visit Mamallapuram

Learn when is the best time to travel to Mamallapuram weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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January, May and December are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in June, July and August.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in April, May and June. While the coldest is in January, February, March, November and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in March. Most of it rains in November.

Length of day in hours

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The length of the day varies only slightly throughout the year. The difference between the longest and the shortest day is 1 hr and 29 min.

Sunrise

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Mamallapuram?

What is the best time to visit Mamallapuram?

January, May and December are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in June, July and August. The highest air temperature is in April, May and June. While the coldest is in January, February, March, November and December.

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