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Cholamandal Artists Village

An idyllic contemporary artists' village

The Cholamandal Artists Village is an idyllic place located along the New Mahabalipuram road. Being India’s largest self-supporting artists’ village and one of the most successful in Asia, this beautiful village is truly a magnum opus of contemporary art.

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Activities from the Destination

Places of interest to weave into your itinerary

Broadway Show: Fort St. George

Discover Chennai's own 18th Century 'broadway'
Chennai Sightseeing Circuit

Discover Chennai's historic landmarks
Dakshinchitra Art Museum

Glimpse the art & architecture of South India
Home cooking experience

Partake a homely cooking lesson & meal
Kalakshetra Dance Centre

Trace the tradition of India's oldest dance form, Bharatnatyam
Margazhi Music Festival

A festival of music, dance, painting, sculpture and architecture
Mylapore Folklore Trail

Listen to stories behind daily rituals
Pongal

Celebrate Tamil Nadu's most popular festival

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