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Olakkannesvara Temple

(Known as: Old Lighthouse of Mahabalipuram)

Mahabalipuram | Tamil Nadu | India

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Ideal Duration: 1-2 hours

Open Time: Throughout the year

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Nearest Airport: Chennai international

Nearest Railway Station: Chengalpattu Jn, Chennai Central

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Olakkannesvara Temple, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu

Built in the early 8th century from grey granite cut into blocks, credited to King Rajasimha. Olakaneswar temple is a Shiva temple built around 1200 years back.

The Olakkanesvara Temple is perched on the rock above the Mahishamardini Cave Temple. It is also known as the Old Lighthouse because of its conversion by British officials. The temple, built in the early 8th century from grey granite cut into blocks, is credited to King Rajasimha. Olakkanesvara Temple is a Shiva temple built around 1200 years back in Mahabalipuram.

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Olakkannesvara Temple

(Known as: Old Lighthouse of Mahabalipuram)

Quick facts of Olakkannesvara Temple

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Olakkannesvara Temple, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu

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