Mylapore Walking Tour in Chennai: Gods, Kapaaleswar Temple, Ramakrishna, Vasupujya Swami Temple & Santhome Basilica
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This three-hour walking tour in Mylapore, Chennai, covers four key religious and cultural sites. It begins at Kapaaleswar Temple, the most prominent temple in Mylapore, where the guide explains the many Hindu gods and temple rituals. The tour then moves to Sri Ramakrishna Math monastery, highlighting Ramakrishna’s role in Indian philosophy and religious harmony. Next is the Shwetambara Jain Vasupujya Swami temple, dedicated to Lord Mahavira and the 24 Tirtankaras, noted for its architecture and spiritual atmosphere. The final stop is Santhome Cathedral Basilica, a neo-gothic church that holds relics of Saint Thomas, including a small bone and the lance that pierced him in 52 AD. Tea or coffee is included during the tour. The company organizing the tour is approved by the tourism ministry and supports local guides and businesses.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Kapaaleswar Temple
The tour starts at Kapaaleswar Temple, the main temple in Mylapore, with origins dating back to ancient times. The guide explains the numerous Hindu gods and the complex rituals performed at the temple during the 45-minute visit.
45 min
Sri Ramakrishna Math
Next is a 45-minute visit to Sri Ramakrishna Math, a monastery and universal temple dedicated to Ramakrishna, a major Indian philosopher. The guide discusses his philosophy, including his promotion of religious harmony and his role bridging ancient and modern thought.
45 min
Vasupujya Swami Temple
The walk continues with a 30-minute stop at Vasupujya Swami Temple, a Shwetambara Jain temple. It is dedicated to Lord Mahavira and the 24 Tirtankaras, featuring notable architecture and contributing to the religious diversity of Mylapore.
30 min
Santhome Cathedral Basilica
The final 45-minute stop is at Santhome Cathedral Basilica, the main church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Madras & Mylapore. The neo-gothic building houses relics of Saint Thomas, including a small bone and the lance that pierced him in 52 AD.
45 min
Meeting point
Our guide will meet you at entrance of Ramakirshna Mutt
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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Mylapore Walking Tour in Chennai: Gods, Kapaaleswar Temple, Ramakrishna, Vasupujya Swami Temple & Santhome Basilica
by 5 Senses Walks
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$54Overview
This three-hour walking tour in Mylapore, Chennai, covers four key religious and cultural sites. It begins at Kapaaleswar Temple, the most prominent temple in Mylapore, where the guide explains the many Hindu gods and temple rituals. The tour then moves to Sri Ramakrishna Math monastery, highlighting Ramakrishna’s role in Indian philosophy and religious harmony. Next is the Shwetambara Jain Vasupujya Swami temple, dedicated to Lord Mahavira and the 24 Tirtankaras, noted for its architecture and spiritual atmosphere. The final stop is Santhome Cathedral Basilica, a neo-gothic church that holds relics of Saint Thomas, including a small bone and the lance that pierced him in 52 AD. Tea or coffee is included during the tour. The company organizing the tour is approved by the tourism ministry and supports local guides and businesses.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Kapaaleswar Temple
The tour starts at Kapaaleswar Temple, the main temple in Mylapore, with origins dating back to ancient times. The guide explains the numerous Hindu gods and the complex rituals performed at the temple during the 45-minute visit.
45 min
Sri Ramakrishna Math
Next is a 45-minute visit to Sri Ramakrishna Math, a monastery and universal temple dedicated to Ramakrishna, a major Indian philosopher. The guide discusses his philosophy, including his promotion of religious harmony and his role bridging ancient and modern thought.
45 min
Vasupujya Swami Temple
The walk continues with a 30-minute stop at Vasupujya Swami Temple, a Shwetambara Jain temple. It is dedicated to Lord Mahavira and the 24 Tirtankaras, featuring notable architecture and contributing to the religious diversity of Mylapore.
30 min
Santhome Cathedral Basilica
The final 45-minute stop is at Santhome Cathedral Basilica, the main church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Madras & Mylapore. The neo-gothic building houses relics of Saint Thomas, including a small bone and the lance that pierced him in 52 AD.
45 min
Meeting point
Our guide will meet you at entrance of Ramakirshna Mutt
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.