After the chaos of #Chennai, I escaped to #Mahabalipuram in #TamilNadu. Completely different vibe.

A small coastal town known for its rock-cut temples and intricate stone carvings.

It’s not a big place, which actually makes it better, and the temples aren't as epic as in other places in #India, but is more relaxed than Chennai, something I appreciated.

It was a good introduction to these masterpieces that are so abundant in this country, but again, I don't think it's a mandatory stop.