Mylapore Tour: Discover Hindu Gods & Rituals

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.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 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…
What's Included
  • Tea and coffee included
Additional Information

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…

Location
Ramakrishna Mutt Old Temple
Ramakrishna Mutt Road
Our guide will meet you at entrance of Ramakirshna Mutt
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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X4181bkcourtneyh
Dec 12, 2024
Fantastic and Friendly - This tour was fabulous! Hareesh was very knowledgeable and engaging and it felt like a philosophical journey with a close friend! Thoroughly enjoyed the sights, stories, and company as well as the insight into traditions/practices/meaning.
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Marie_umzuzu
Nov 28, 2024
Great tour with lots of religions details - Kannan was an excellent guide. He provided a lot of details about the different religions in India. He explained well all the aspects of the temples.
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Relax61440465844
Nov 25, 2024
What a great introduction to Chennai - What a great tour. Kannan was a super guide giving us excellent depth of information on the sights we visited. He took us into the temples and monuments to give us a real feeling of how the devotees enjoy their time there. Smashing coconuts was very much fun. 100% recommend Kannan and the team who looked after us from airport pickup, fab tour and dropped us at our accommodation. They even helped us change our hotel to find a better location.
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Jsalvesa
Nov 23, 2024
Brilliant experience - The tour was absolutely amazing. Such an experience to see different religions coexisting and thriving in the same area of Chennai. Kannan was so knowledgeable and gave a real insight into the diversity that makes India such a special place. One of the best things we did on our trip.
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389hattiea
Nov 23, 2024
Great tour- highly recommend - The tour was wonderful and very informative. Kannan was a brilliant tour guide and we learnt a lot from him. The highlight of the tour was the variety of sites visited, and a stop in a local tea shop!
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Traveler42115791892
Nov 12, 2024
Good tour of Chennai’s diverse religious identity - This was a neat tour with a fun and knowledgeable guide. It was a good way to see a lot of the important religious sites of Chennai.
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609priyac
Nov 11, 2024
Interesting - This was an excellent tour. I have been to Chennai many times but never on a tour. I didn’t know what to expect but Satish was excellent - very informative and interesting. There was a lot to see and he covered everything so well.
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Spangledragon
Nov 10, 2024
Excellent window into different religions and thinking. - We had excellent communication from the company before the tour. On the day, we met Hareesh and spent the next three hours learning about (and experiencing) local architecture, history and religion. Hareesh was extremely knowledgeable and shared his own experiences with us, as well as helping us navigate the complex and fascinating temples. His English is great. I learnt about the relationship between Hindus and the planet Saturn, the role of the huge body of water next to the Kapaleeshwar Temple, that there are only three sites globally holding the remains of the apostles. Remember to wear comfortable shoes that are easy to slip on and off as you can't wear them in the temples, and make sure shoulders and knees are covered. It's also worth noting that photography isn't allowed inside any of the religious buildings. If you have the time, take a tuktuk to Mylapore. It was really worth it.
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Cas1332
Nov 5, 2024
Excellent tour - Amazing tour, very informative and interesting tour, learning about the temples in Mylapore and the religion and culture in Chennai.
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M1128ydantoinel
Oct 24, 2024
Beautiful experience - Amazing tour, conducted with a beautiful storytelling and lot of closeness with the guide. Highly recommend. Thank you!
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