Kalakshetra Foundation Tours and Tickets

On this half day tour of Chennai visit the international headquarters of the Theosophical Society and retrace the steps of its founders, Mme. Blavatsky and Col. Olcott. Next visit the campus of the Kalakshetra Foundation and get a glimpse into the traditional art and dance forms of South India. End the tour with a walk on Elliot’s Beach. Highlights • Campus of the Theosophical Society • Kalakshetra Foundation • Elliot’s Beach

Explore Chennai in the early morning on this culturally-focused private tour. After pickup from your hotel, your dedicated guide will take you to Marundeeswarar Temple to witness the morning worship rituals and learn about the history of the temple. Then head for a local restaurant for a traditional South Indian breakfast, finishing up with visits to the Kalakshetra Dance Academy and Cholamandal Artists’ Village to learn about the dance and art of the region firsthand.

On your private tour you will discover the unique culture of Chennai. Experience a colorful prayer ceremony at the historical healing temple of Marundeeswarar, enjoy a south Indian breakfast, watch the classic ‘bharatanatyam’ dance and explore an art gallery. This Chennai’s regional, cultural, food, and art tour is somehow a kind cultural tour. Experience a colorful prayer ceremony at the historical healing temple of Marundeeswarar, watch the ancient dance form of ‘bharatanatyam,’ explore an art gallery, and enjoy a typical south Indian breakfast. Highlights • Explore Chennai city’s regional, food, and art scenes. • See a morning Pooja prayer ritual at the Marundeeswarar Temple  • Learn about Marundeeswarar’s history and reputed healing powers • Experience classic 'bharatanatyam' dance and music at an arts academy • South Indian breakfast. (Beverage Excluded).

Explore the traditional side of Chennai’s rich culture on this half-day tour. Start the tour with a visit to the Kalakshetra Foundation. Walk through the sprawling grounds of their campus and get an insight into the history of the traditional art and dance forms of India’s southern state of Tamil Nadu. Next visit the beautiful Kapaleeswarar Temple that is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. Spend some time in the boutiques of Chennai looking at the colorful silk sarees and artifacts on display. End your tour with a South Indian lunch. Highlights • Kalakshetra • Kapaleeshwarar temple • Silk sarees and artifacts • South Indian lunch

Explore the traditional side of Chennai’s rich culture on this half-day tour. Start the tour with a visit to the Kalakshetra Foundation. Walk through the sprawling grounds of their campus and get an insight into the history of the traditional art and dance forms of India’s southern state of Tamil Nadu. Next visit the beautiful Kapaleeswarar Temple that is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. Spend some time in the boutiques of Chennai looking at the colorful silk sarees and artifacts on display. Highlights • Kalakshetra • Kapaleeshwarar temple • Silk sarees and artifacts