Krishna Mandapam: This cave has a big bas relief, notable for its realistic representation. The panel relates one of the stories of Lord Krishna. Bas-Relief.- The World's largest bas relief measuring 27m X 9m is the pride of Mamallapuram. This huge whale back shaped rock contains figures of gods, demigods, men, beasts, birds and infact, representatives of the entire creation.

Five Rathas : These rock-cut temples are rated as excellent example of Pallava art. Shaped in different styles, the five structures are named after the Pandava brothers of Mahabharatha and Draupadi. These are monolithic temples, each created in a different style, They are also known as the Pancha Pandava Rathas, and the fort of the rathas are supposed to have been scooped out of a single rock formation.

The Shore Temple: This is one of the oldest temples in South India. It belongs to the 8th Century AD and is a good example of the first phase of structural temples constructed in Dravidian style.

Other Interesting Monuments: Ganesa Ratha, Varcha Cave, Old Light House, Krishna's Butter Ball, Gopi's Churn, Valayankuttai Ratha, Kodikal Mandapam,etc.

Tiger's Cave : It is 5 kms North of the main monument complex, and on the way to Chennai. It has an open air theatre, where cultural programmes were held for the benefit of the royal family.

Excursions:

Kanchipuram : (66kms/42 mile) West of Mamallapuram. This temple town was once the capital of the Pallava dynasty. The silk sarees produced here are renowned throughout the world.

Vedanthangal : (53kms/34 mile) One of the major water bird sanctuaries in India. The birds migrate here every year from November to February, from all over the world.

Covelong (20kms/12 mile) A lovely beach resort

Crocodile Bank : (14kms/9 mile) About 5000 Crocodiles representing 6 species and other reptiles are reared here.