Discover the secrets of Hindu Gods, temple rituals, and delicious cuisine on a captivating Mylapore walking tour in Chennai. Uncover the relics of St Thomas and support local communities.
Discover the secrets of Hindu Gods, temple rituals, and delicious cuisine on a captivating Mylapore walking tour in Chennai. Uncover the relics of St Thomas and support local communities.
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple (Lord Shiva ) - The Chennai walk is set in Mylapore, an ancient site with written records dating back to the 1st century AD. It is a land of many Gods! We will begin the walking tour in Chennai at Kapaaleswar Temple, the most famous temple in Mylapore. The Temple is the epicenter of Mylapore and our guide will demystify all…
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple (Lord Shiva ) - The Chennai walk is set in Mylapore, an ancient site with written records dating back to the 1st century AD. It is a land of many Gods! We will begin the walking tour in Chennai at Kapaaleswar Temple, the most famous temple in Mylapore. The Temple is the epicenter of Mylapore and our guide will demystify all the fantastic rituals that are happening in the temple!
- Sri Ramakrishna Math - Next in our Chennai walk we will visit the monastery and universal temple of Ramakrishna, one of India’s greatest philosophers. Our cultural evangelist will explain his contribution to Indian philosophy, his belief in harmony of religions. His stellar work in acting as a bridge between the ancient and modern worlds.
- Vasupujya Swami Jain Mandir - Vasupujya Swami temple is a Shwetambara Jain temple and has an impressive architecture. The temple is dedicated to Lord Mahavira and the other 24 Tirtankaras (spiritual teachers). The temple has a spell binding ambience and adds to the religious diversity of Mylapore.
- San Thome Church - The walking tour in Chennai brings us to the principal church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Madras & Mylapore. Its a mesmerizing experience inside the neo gothic style Basilica. The shrine preserves a small bone and the lance that pierced through Saint Thomas in the year 52 and that is indeed the highlight of this Chennai walk.
- Tea and coffee included
- Tea and coffee included
The Mylapore walking tour in Chennai offers an enlightening experience of Hindu Gods and temple rituals. This tour is organized by a company approved by the tourism ministry and a member of IATO. From a distance, the multitude of Hindu Gods and intricate temple rituals may seem overwhelming. However, our Cultural Evangelist will clarify the significance…
The Mylapore walking tour in Chennai offers an enlightening experience of Hindu Gods and temple rituals. This tour is organized by a company approved by the tourism ministry and a member of IATO. From a distance, the multitude of Hindu Gods and intricate temple rituals may seem overwhelming. However, our Cultural Evangelist will clarify the significance of the numerous deities and the purpose of temple rituals.
A highlight of the Mylapore walking tour in Chennai is the relics of St. Thomas. Visitors can explore the Shrine in San Thome Basilica to view relics such as a small bone of St. Thomas, the head of the lance that pierced the Saint, and an ancient painting of Our Blessed Mother.
The Mylapore walking tour in Chennai also provides an opportunity to enjoy the renowned Filter Coffee of Mylapore.
Our company is dedicated to empowering local communities. We focus on training and employing local guides and supporting local businesses to ensure that travel expenditures benefit the local economy. Our guide will be pleased to discuss the community initiatives we are involved in.
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.