Culture - The Leela Palace Chennai

Culture

    At The Leela Palace Chennai, cultural enrichment extends far beyond the hotel's luxurious settings. We invite you to immerse yourself in the heart of South India's cultural richness, through thoughtfully appointed, curated outings.

    A Trip to Dakshina Chitra

    A Trip to Dakshina Chitra

    Plan a day out to Dakshina Chitra, accompanied by our knowledgeable local guide and a delicious picnic breakfast. This exceptional living history museum is a vibrant hub of South Indian art, architecture, crafts, and performing arts. Discover original relocated dwellings depicting life patterns from around South India. Watch craftspeople and artisans at work. Engage in hands-on pottery workshops and be enthralled by performances in Dakshin Chitra’s open-air theatre. This experience is a splendid way to see the region’s rich artistic legacy firsthand. 

    Price: INR 4,500 plus taxes including entry for two guests. Professional cameras and photography will be charged extra on actuals.

    To book your experience, please call on +91 8939820546 | +91 9790903666 or email us at concierge.tlpc@theleela.com.

    Visit to Kalakshetra Dance Academy

    Enjoy a guided visit to Kalakshetra, a bastion of classical dance and music in Tamil Nadu, founded in 1936 by theosophist and danseuse Rukmini Devi Arundale. Learn about traditional musical instruments such as the flute, jalra (cymbals), mridangam and kottu (drums), and witness students mastering the art of Bharatanatyam – an ancient dance form known for its grace and storytelling. Encompassing 100 acres of greenery by the sea and many learning and performance spaces, the campus itself is worth a visit.

    Price:
    INR 2,500 for two guests all inclusive (non-guided tour)
    INR 6,000 for two guests all inclusive (guided tour)

    To book your experience, please call on +91 8939820546 | +91 9790903666 or email us at concierge.tlpc@theleela.com.

    Kalakshetra Dance Academy