The second informal summit between India and China saw PM Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping visit the UNESCO world heritage site in Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu. The leaders visited Arjuna's Penance, the Pancha Rathas complex and the Shore Temple.
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PM @narendramodi welcomes President Xi Jinping at Arjuna's Penance in Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu. pic.twitter.com/wS06sEWCTU
PM @narendramodi and President Xi Jinping are at the Pancha Rathas complex in Mamallapuram. pic.twitter.com/ejVC1aBtxH
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India says Swagatam to President Xi Jinping! pic.twitter.com/DhkA14nYow
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The splendid Shore Temple and a special cultural programme. pic.twitter.com/KuEUWzRoCy
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The cultural programme ended with a prayer for peace and harmony. pic.twitter.com/XS2JTa7mws
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Welcome to India, President Xi Jinping! pic.twitter.com/1NGGKTFSCm
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 11, 2019
Mamallapuram is one of the most beautiful places in India, full of vibrancy. It is linked to commerce, spirituality and is now a popular tourism centre.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 11, 2019
I am delighted that President Xi Jinping and I are spending time in this scenic place, which is also a @UNESCO heritage site. pic.twitter.com/5oH95Rh34p
Arjuna's Penance is one of the grandest places to see in Mamallapuram. It brings to life aspects of the Mahabharata.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 11, 2019
Arjuna's Penance also showcases the best of Pallava Art, especially the depiction of nature and animals. pic.twitter.com/gL5S7JZoJm
President Xi Jinping and I saw the marvellous Pancha Rathas.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 11, 2019
The five Rathas are examples of monolith rock-cut architecture. The Rathas in this monument include the Dharmaraja Ratha, Bhima Ratha, Arjuna Ratha, Nakula Sahadeva Ratha and Draupadi Ratha. pic.twitter.com/s5xQARmQfC
Overlooking the Bay of Bengal is the majestic Shore Temple.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 11, 2019
One of the most iconic landmarks, the Shore Temple exemplifies the greatness and grandness of Indian culture.
Here are some pictures... pic.twitter.com/ICDEWsZI30
