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Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram

French: Ensemble de monuments de Mahabalipuram
The Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram is a World Heritage site in India defined by the UNESCO in 1984 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location.
It is on position 571 (680, 88) in our monthly survey..

"This group of sanctuaries, founded by the Pallava kings, was carved out of rock along the Coromandel coast in the 7th and 8th centuries. It is known especially for its rathas (temples in the form of chariots), mandapas (cave sanctuaries), giant open-air reliefs such as the famous 'Descent of the Ganges', and the temple of Rivage, with thousands of sculptures to the glory of Shiva."
Copyright © 1992 2014 UNESCO/World Heritage Centre. All rights reserved."

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