DANCE FESTIVAL
AT
MAMALLAPURAM
The Mamallapuram Dance Festival is held every year during Dec-Jan in
Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu. This dance festival is organised by Department of
Tourism, Govt. of Tamilnadu. Mamallapuram was once the ancient port of the
Pallavas. Mamallapuram is the renowned and ancient 7th century centre for
Pallava culture and art. Exponents of Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathak, Odissi,
Mohini Attam and Kathakali perform against this magnificent backdrop of the
Pallava rock sculptures.
Mamallapuram was once the ancient port of the Pallavas. It now plays
host to a vibrant festival of dance. Exponents of Bharata Natyam, Kuchipudi,
Kathak and Kathakali perform against the magnificent backdrop of the Pallava
rock sculptures.
Mamallapuram is a popular beach resort and a culture front, especially
for the tourists, who come from the world over who love to imbibe and soak in
the rich traditions. This town beach is full of ancient monuments, sculptures,
caves, monolithic temples and beaches.
In Mamallapuram there is a Shore Temple that was built during the reign
of Narsimha Varman of the Pallava dynasty in 8th century A.D. During the dance
festival time the stones of temple begin to resonate with music and dance
rhythms.
By Air
Chennai (58km) is the nearest airport for domestic and international
flights. Chennai is connected with all the major places in India.
By Train
The nearest railway stations are Chengalpattu (29km) and Chennai (58km).
From these stations one has to take road journey to reach Mamallapuram.
By Bus
Buses from here to Pondicherry, Kanchipuram, Chengalpattu and Chennai to
Mamallapuram daily. Tourists can also hire taxis from Chennai.
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