ADVENTURE BLOG

The ancient town of Mamallapuram in the state of Tamil Nadu, southern India, is one of the country's magnificent treasures. Its
history stretches back through the ages, and it's rich in monuments, sculptures, caves, temples and stunning beaches. This month, India's biggest dance festival gets under way here with the best folk and classical performers taking to the outdoor stages. But it's the venues that make this so unique: temples, heritage bungalows and monolithic rock carvings (pictured here) all provide a magnificent backdrop.

The Mamallapuram Dance Festival runs during December and January. Visit tamilnadutourism.org or book at ttdconline.com.
British Airways flies to Chennai. Visit ba.com.

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