Visit The Temples Of Chennai
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Visit The Temples Of Chennai

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Stop At: Arulmigu Kapaleeswarar Temple, Kapaleesvarar, Kesava Perumal Sannathi St, Vinayaka Nagar Colony, Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600004, India

The temple is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. It is built in the traditional Dravidian style with a brightly coloured gopuram (top of the temple), several pillared pavilions and a large water tank. Legend has it that an angry Lord Shiva once turned his consort Parvati into a peacock. Parvati worshipped Shiva at a spot located within this temple to regain her normal form. The name Mylapore means ‘the town of peacocks’.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Vadapalani Murugan Temple, Andavar Koli Street Vadapalani, Chennai (Madras) India

This is a 125 year old temple that has grown in popularity partly due to the patronage of movie stars. Thousands of couples get married within the precincts of this temple each year. The temple is dedicated to God Murugan.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, Injambakkam, Chennai (Madras) 423109 India

This temple is dedicated to the Indian saint, Sai Baba from Shirdi. The main temple is an elegant hexagonal structure of white marble, towering over a height of 100 ft. The image of Shri Sai Baba is handcrafted in pure white marble in his famous sitting posture.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Matha Temple, 3/116, East Coast Rd, Mahatma Gandhi Nagar, Neelankarai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600041, India

End the tour with a visit to ISKCON temple that is dedicated to the popular Hindu God Krishna. The main attraction of the temple are the large and colorful statues of some of the Hindu Gods and Goddesses. The temple is run by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). The temple is constructed over five floors. There are three teakwood altars in the main temple hall.

Duration: 1 hour

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Included
  • Transport by private air conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Local English speaking guide
  • 02 bottles of mineral water per person
  • Optional: Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Arulmigu Kapaleeswarar Temple
  • Entry/Admission - Vadapalani Murugan Temple
  • Entry/Admission - Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
  • Entry/Admission - Matha Temple
Not included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities (optional)
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking.
  • Children below 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Name and gender as on passport, passport number, expiry date and country of issuance are required at time of booking. Please carry the passport on the day of the tour.
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
  • Temples are open till 12:00 noon only, so visit accordingly.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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