Pancha Rathas (Five Chariots) of Mahabalipuram

During our trip to Mahabalipuram, we visited one of its most famous attractions — Pancha Rathas , also known as the Five Chariots . These stunning rock-cut temples were built in the 7th century during the Pallava dynasty and are a great example of ancient Indian art and architecture. Each temple is carved out of a single large rock and is dedicated to the Pandavas and Draupadi from the Mahabharata. The carvings are detailed and beautiful, showing the amazing craftsmanship of that time. The entry fee for Pancha Rathas is ₹40 for Indian visitors and ₹600 for foreign tourists . One nice thing about visiting Mahabalipuram is that a single ticket allows entry to all the UNESCO temple sites in the town. Some temples are located in different complexes, but the same ticket works everywhere. However, you’ll need to pay parking fees separately at each site. Most of the major temples, includ...