Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) — Destination & Travel Guide
UNESCO World Heritage coastal town built by the Pallava kings in the 7th and 8th centuries, famous for the Shore Temple overlooking the Bay of Bengal, Pancha Rathas (Five Rathas), Arjuna’s Penance bas-relief, and Krishna’s Butterball.
Visitor Overview & Highway Corridor
Primary Route: Coimbatore → Salem → Tindivanam → Chengalpattu → Mamallapuram
Located 55 km south of Chennai along the East Coast Road (ECR), often combined with Pondicherry, Kanchipuram, or Chennai trips.
Top Places to Visit & Attractions in Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram)
Transportation & Access Notes
Connected via Chengalpattu highway or East Coast Road (ECR) from Chennai.
Source: Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) & Tamil Nadu Tourism · Last Verified: 2026-10-01
Travel to Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram)
Transparent estimated fares from Coimbatore based on our approved rate card. Final quotes depend on vehicle category, multi-day waiting, and local sightseeing detours.
*Indicative reference estimate only, not a final confirmed quotation. One-way drop calculated using 495 km billable distance (130 km minimum threshold) + ₹500 driver batta. Actual driving distance, highway toll gate fees, hill checkpost / parking charges, and applicable interstate permits (if applicable) can affect final quotation.