Mahabalipuram Pancha Rathas is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the town of Mahabalipuram in Tamil Nadu, India. It is a group of five monolithic rock-cut temples, each in the shape of a chariot or ratha. The Pancha Rathas were built during the Pallava dynasty in the 7th century AD, and are considered excellent examples of Dravidian temple architecture. The five rathas are named after the Pandavas and their wife Draupadi from the Hindu epic, Mahabharata. The structures are carved out of a single rock and feature intricate carvings of mythological figures, animals, and other decorative motifs. The Pancha Rathas are a popular tourist destination and are visited by thousands of people every year.
