Embark on a 3-hour walking tour of Mylapore, exploring its temples, local bazaars, and rich heritage. Visit the Kapaleeshwara Temple and Santhome Church, and immerse yourself in the vibrant chaos of the bustling streets. Don’t miss out on this unique experience!
Embark on a 3-hour walking tour of Mylapore, exploring its temples, local bazaars, and rich heritage. Visit the Kapaleeshwara Temple and Santhome Church, and immerse yourself in the vibrant chaos of the bustling streets. Don’t miss out on this unique experience!
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple - Mylapore is - and has in some sense always been - the religious and cultural epicenter of the Tamil people. The village of Mylapore pre-dates Chennai. A great shore temple dedicated to Shiva once stood at this ancient thriving seaport, until the Portuguese arrived in the mid-sixteenth century. They destroyed the temple,…
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple - Mylapore is - and has in some sense always been - the religious and cultural epicenter of the Tamil people. The village of Mylapore pre-dates Chennai. A great shore temple dedicated to Shiva once stood at this ancient thriving seaport, until the Portuguese arrived in the mid-sixteenth century. They destroyed the temple, created a Portuguese colony on the shore, and pushed Mylapore inshore, where it still stands today. The Shiva temple was re-built 300 years ago, and is called the Kapaleeswara Temple. It is a fine example of the pure Dravidian style, with gopurams and mandapams, and is the epicentre around which the area of Mylapore is built.
During this walk, you will visit the temple in the company of our knowledgeable guide. We will also walk through the surrounding areas, where you can see Mylapore in all its crowded chaos. The jewellers, silk merchants, fruit and vegetable sellers and the flower vendors in the bazaars provide a colourful backdrop to the temple. The walk takes us through small lanes with old-style homes, through silk shops, stores selling music and religious memorablia, \’kutcheri\’ auditoriums, etc.
- Complimentary bottled water
- Tasty snacks included
- All taxes and fees covered
- Expert guide services
- Complimentary bottled water
- Tasty snacks included
- All taxes and fees covered
- Expert guide services
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Camera tickets
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Camera tickets
During this walk, you will visit the temple in the company of our knowledgeable guide. We will also walk through the surrounding areas, where you can see Mylapore in all its crowded chaos. The jewellers, silk merchants, fruit and vegetable sellers and the flower vendors in the bazaars provide a colourful backdrop to the temple. The walk takes us through…
During this walk, you will visit the temple in the company of our knowledgeable guide. We will also walk through the surrounding areas, where you can see Mylapore in all its crowded chaos. The jewellers, silk merchants, fruit and vegetable sellers and the flower vendors in the bazaars provide a colourful backdrop to the temple. The walk takes us through small lanes with old-style homes, through silk shops, stores selling music and religious memorablia,
Visit the Kapaleeshwara Temple, the Santhome Church, and walk through the by-lanes of Mylapore during this 3-hour tour. The tour is mostly on foot with a short stretch in an auto-rickshaw (local tuk-tuk) that are arranged and included in the tour and it will end with south Indian refreshments.
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.
