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Arrive in Chennai and transfer to your hotel. Take some time to relax and unwind. In the evening, explore Marina Beach, one of the longest urban beaches in the world, and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant serving traditional Tamil cuisine.
Start your day with a visit to Fort St. George, the first English fortress in India. Explore the Fort Museum and St. Mary's Church within the complex. Next, visit the Government Museum, known for its collection of ancient artifacts and art pieces. Have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and the San Thome Basilica, built over the tomb of St. Thomas. Spend the evening at leisure and enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Travel to Mahabalipuram and check into your hotel. After lunch, explore the Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Shore Temple, Arjuna's Penance, and the Five Rathas, marveling at their intricate carvings and architectural grandeur. Spend the evening at leisure, perhaps enjoying a beachside walk. Enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Depart for Pondicherry, a former French colony known for its colonial architecture and spiritual heritage. En route, visit Auroville, an experimental township dedicated to human unity and spiritual growth. Have lunch at Auroville and continue your journey to Pondicherry. Check into your hotel and spend the evening exploring the French Quarter, visiting the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and enjoying dinner at a local restaurant.
Start your day with a visit to the Sri Aurobindo Ashram, founded by Sri Aurobindo and known for its spiritual significance. Afterward, explore Auroville, visiting the Matrimandir, an architectural marvel and meditation center. Have lunch at Auroville and spend the afternoon exploring its gardens and learning about its philosophy. Return to Pondicherry in the evening and enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Travel to Madurai, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in India and known as the Athens of the East. Check into your hotel and visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple, a magnificent example of Dravidian architecture. Explore its towering gopurams (gateway towers) and intricately carved halls. Have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, known for its Indo-Saracenic architecture and beautiful courtyard. Spend the evening at leisure and enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Depart for Rameswaram, one of the holiest pilgrimage sites for Hindus, situated on Pamban Island. Visit the Ramanathaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and explore its corridors and sacred tanks. Have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Dhanushkodi ghost town and enjoy panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Return to Madurai in the evening and relax at your hotel. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Travel to Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Check into your hotel and visit the Virupaksha Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and explore its intricate carvings and towering gopuram. Have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Vittala Temple Complex, known for its musical pillars and stone chariot. Explore the Hampi Bazaar and the Royal Enclosure. Spend the evening at leisure, enjoying the sunset over the Tungabhadra River. Enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Embark on a day trip to Badami, Pattadakal, and Aihole, known for their Chalukyan architecture and rock-cut temples. Explore the Badami Cave Temples, carved out of sandstone cliffs, and marvel at their intricate sculptures and carvings. Have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Pattadakal, known for its group of temples showcasing a blend of North Indian and South Indian architectural styles. Continue to Aihole and explore its ancient temples and structural remains. Return to Hampi in the evening and enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Depart for Bangalore, the capital city of Karnataka, known as the Garden City and the Silicon Valley of India. Check into your hotel and visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden, home to diverse flora and the famous Lalbagh Rock. Have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit Bangalore Palace, an architectural landmark with stunning interiors and lush gardens. Spend the evening exploring MG Road and Brigade Road, known for shopping and dining options. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
After breakfast, visit the ISKCON Temple, known for its magnificent architecture and spiritual ambiance. Spend some time at leisure, perhaps shopping for souvenirs. Transfer to the airport for your onward journey, carrying with you unforgettable memories of the Dravidian architecture, cultural heritage, and spiritual experiences in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
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