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Tales of Mahabalipuram

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 Mahabalipuram  The still waves and sun rising on the banks of BAY OF BENGAL is a refreshing treat to the eyes.  You will surely add this temple to your GO-TO list after reading the tales mentioned below.   SHORE TEMPLE   Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram an ancient  port city in Chengalpattu district of Tamil Nadu. Once  upon a time  it  was rushing  seaport  and  trading  centre.  It is also called  as Group  of  monuments .   Rushing beach ,still ancient temples are not only the elements that complete  Mahabalipuram in a historical way , there are some great rock cut monuments , cave monuments , sculptures which throw light into its history and  give a glimpse of a typical historical site.  It has become a major tourist attraction in past few years. Heading around 56 kilometres from Chennai. Mahabalipuram was built by  one of the Pallava king Narsimhavarman...