Overview
Explore the traditional side of Chennai’s rich culture on this half-day tour. Start the tour with a visit to the Kalakshetra Foundation. Walk through the sprawling grounds of their campus and get an insight into the history of the traditional art and dance forms of India’s southern state of Tamil Nadu.
Next visit the beautiful Kapaleeswarar Temple that is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. Spend some time in the boutiques of Chennai looking at the colorful silk sarees and artifacts on display.
Highlights
• Kalakshetra
• Kapaleeshwarar temple
• Silk sarees and artifacts
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
02 bottles of mineral water per person.
English speaking local Guide
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Gratuities
Additional food or drink (unless specified)
Items of a personal nature
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point within city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
What to expect
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Kalakshetra Dance School
2 hours
You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to Kalakshetra Academy. It is a Foundation that was established in 1936 for the preservation of traditional values in Indian arts and crafts. It is renowned for its Dance Academy that helps to preserve the classical dance form of Bharatnatyam. The Academy is located in a sprawling 100 acres campus by the seaside.
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Mylapore
2 hours
Next drive to Mylapore, the most traditional neighbourhood of Chennai that is considered to be its cultural hub. Visit Kapaleeswarar temple. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. It is built in the traditional Dravidian style with a brightly coloured gopuram (top of the temple), several pillared pavilions and a large water tank. Legend has it that an angry Lord Shiva once turned his consort Parvati into a peacock. Parvati worshipped Shiva at a spot located within this temple to regain her normal form. The name Mylapore means ‘the town of peacocks’.
After the beautiful Kapaleeswarar temple spend some time looking at fine silk sarees and ancient artifacts in the boutiques of Chennai. The rich silks and colorful designs are a shopper’s delight.
At the end of the tour you will be driven back to your hotel.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Kalakshetra visiting hours: 08:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Cultural visit of Chennai
Can I cancel Cultural visit of Chennai for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5 hours.
What's included?
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person.
- English speaking local Guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Additional food or drink (unless specified)
- Items of a personal nature
Which places does it visit?
It visits Kalakshetra Dance School, Mylapore.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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