Krishna Mandapa, Mamallapuram

Mamallapuram
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Mamallapuram is a village that specializes in wood and stone scupture since the 5th century. There were 18 different bas reliefs, rathas (hindu temple carved from a single rock) and full blown outdoor temples. There are several sculpture schools, shops and villages in the area with loads of shivas, ganishas, vishnus and bathtubs.