Best Sightseeing Tours Tours in Tamil Nadu

Dating back to the 8th century AD, Shore Temple is one of the oldest temples which represent the ancient designs, carving art and constructions. It is claimed to be a part of Seven Pagodas by the legends and is one of the finest places to visit in Mahabalipuram. One can also locate the decorative top of the temple covered with sculptures and carvings, which indeed adds somewhat authentic beauty to it. The temple is standing strong with the help of the supporting stone that resists it from erosion. Shore Temple is located at the shore of Bay of Bengal which offers a beautiful view of the never ending ocean. This temple has three shrines where two of them are dedicated to Lord Shiva and the other one is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The place is very clean and its location made it a major attraction among the tourists.Location: Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu 603104.Entry-Fee: INR 340 for foreigners and INR 10 for locals, free for children (below 15 years).Timing: 6 am to 6 pm every day.Best time to visit: The best time to visit this historical temple is from October to March, or in the months of January and February, considering the climatic factor.

The word Pancha means five, hence the place presents five Rathas built with rocks. It denotes the evolution or rise of the Dravidian architects. The temple also resembles the historical monarchs and shrines of Buddhists, while the Rathas are associated with Mahabharat. Describing the rath, the first one is Drupati's, which stands in on the right side by the entrance. Arjuna’s rath is situated just beside Draupadi’s whereas, stands Nakula Sahadev Rath and Bhima is located at the front. Dharamraj Yudhistar’s Rath is the largest. This place seems to be one of the best tourist places in Mahabalipuram.Location: Mamallapuram, Kanchipuram district, Tamil Nadu Entry-Fee: INR 10 for the India-based tourists and INR 250 for the foreigners.Timing: 6 am to 6 pm every day.Best time to visit: The perfect time to visit this place is during the winter months, i.e., from September to March.

This Temple is a sanctuary that is situated in Rameshwaram Island in an inlet of Bengal it is an old and vast sanctuary built by Lord Rama. It is this temple which was given birth by Devi Sita and is known to be a highly sacred place which makes it  one of the most incredible places to visit in Rameshwaram.The Temple stands tall and grand with golden embellishments which shines bright in the magnificent sun of the South.  Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple has one of the most unique architecture in its exterior as well the interiors, with intricately carved stone pillars every step of the way and finely sculptured symbols of deities, it is full of wonders which can take an entire day to  observe, which makes it a perfect place to visit in Rameshwaram in 1 day.Location:  Ramanathapuram, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.Timing: 4:30 AM to 1:00AM/ 3:00PM to 8:30 PM (Monday to Sunday).Pricing: No Entry Fee.Best time to visit: October - April.