The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Chennai Circle, has announced that major tourist attractions in Mahabalipuram will be temporarily closed to the public tomorrow, August 20. The Shore Temple, Five Rathas, Krishna's Butter Ball, and the Mahishasuramardini Cave Temple will remain inaccessible from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. due to administrative reasons.
The closure has been implemented for security and administrative purposes as Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to chair a conference of southern state chief ministers in nearby Kovalam.

