Immerse yourself in the traditional art, temples, and silk sarees of Chennai on this cultural tour. Visit Kalakshetra Foundation, explore Kapaleeswarar Temple, and browse through colorful silk sarees and artifacts.
Immerse yourself in the traditional art, temples, and silk sarees of Chennai on this cultural tour. Visit Kalakshetra Foundation, explore Kapaleeswarar Temple, and browse through colorful silk sarees and artifacts.
- Kalakshetra Dance School - You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to Kalakshetra Academy. It is a Foundation that was established in 1936 for the preservation of traditional values in Indian arts and crafts. It is renowned for its Dance Academy that helps to preserve the classical dance form of Bharatnatyam. The Academy is…
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Kalakshetra Dance School - You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to Kalakshetra Academy. It is a Foundation that was established in 1936 for the preservation of traditional values in Indian arts and crafts. It is renowned for its Dance Academy that helps to preserve the classical dance form of Bharatnatyam. The Academy is located in a sprawling 100 acres campus by the seaside.
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Mylapore - Next drive to Mylapore, the most traditional neighbourhood of Chennai that is considered to be its cultural hub. Visit Kapaleeswarar temple. 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’.
After the beautiful Kapaleeswarar temple spend some time looking at fine silk sarees and ancient artifacts in the boutiques of Chennai. The rich silks and colorful designs are a shopper’s delight.
At the end of the tour you will be driven back to your hotel.
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- English speaking local Guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- English speaking local Guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Additional food or drink (unless specified)
- Items of a personal nature
- Gratuities
- Additional food or drink (unless specified)
- Items of a personal nature
Immerse yourself in the classical side of Chennai’s rich heritage during this half-day excursion. Kick off the trip with a stopover at the Kalakshetra Foundation. Explore the expansive grounds of its premise and delve into the past of India’s southern state Tamil Nadu’s traditional art and dance forms. Proceed to the stunning Kapaleeswarar Temple…
Immerse yourself in the classical side of Chennai’s rich heritage during this half-day excursion. Kick off the trip with a stopover at the Kalakshetra Foundation. Explore the expansive grounds of its premise and delve into the past of India’s southern state Tamil Nadu’s traditional art and dance forms. Proceed to the stunning Kapaleeswarar Temple dedicated to the Hindu deity, Shiva. Make some time for Chennai’s boutiques to discover the vivid silk sarees and art objects on exhibit.
Key Features
• Kalakshetra
• Kapaleeshwarar temple
• Silk sarees and art objects
- Children below 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Not recommended for pregnant women.
- Not recommended for participants with back problems.
- Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
- Kalakshetra remains closed on weekends and national holidays.
- Kalakshetra visiting hours: 08:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
