Ganesh Ratha is delightful shrine situated at
Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO Certified World Heritage site situated about 60 km from
Chennai, in
Tamil Nadu. Originally dedicated to
Lord Shiva, the temple is now dedicated to
Lord Ganesh.
This two-storied rectangular shrine is attributed to belong to Parameshvara Varman I (669-90). The temple features beautifully carved inscriptions listing the royal titles of Parameshvara Varman.
