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About Kanchipuram

Also known as Kanjeevaram or simply Kanchi, Kanchipuram is an alluring town located Tamil Nadu. Nestled on the western river basin of the Palarriver, it offers stunning scenic beauty. Kanchipuram is home to several sacred Hindu temples and is referred to as the City of Temples. The intricate architecture of the holy shrines is a replica of the vibrant culture and fine arts of south India.

Kanchipuram is also famed as the weaving centre for the premium' Kanjeevaram silk'. The temples highlight the best in Dravidian architecture, an amalgamation of styles introduced by the Pallavas, Cholas, Vijayanagara kings and Nayaks.

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Kailasnath Temple : Oldest temple in Kanchipuram, Kailasnath temple is a splendid architectural splendour built by the Pallava king who built Mamallapuram's Shore Temple, Narasimhavarman II. The temple compound is made of sandstone, and the entire temple is a maze of carvings of mythological characters like Yelland. As the name suggests, the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The walls of the temple are replete with panels showing Nataraja.
Ekambareswarar Temple : Ekambareswarar temple is the largest temple in Kanchipuram. Ekambareswarar means 'Lord of mango tree'. It is one of the famous Panchabhoota sthala Shiva Temples, that represents the Earth. The other four are Thillai Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram (sky), Sri Kalahasti Temple in Kalahasti (wind), Thiruvanaikaval Jambukeswara Temple in Trichy (water), and Thiruvannamalai Arunachaleswarar Temple in Thiruvannamalai (fire).
Thirumarugal : Steeped in mythology, the glorious Thirumarugal was built byKing Rajendra Chola. Dating back to the seventh century, this is one of the oldest Shiva temples in India. The temple is a testament to the belief in its holiness and sanctity.
Vaikunta Perumal Temple : Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the Vishnu temple is one of the 108 Divya Desams, Vaikunta Perumal temple is also famous as Thiru Parameswara Vinnagaram. Created by King Nandivarman in the 8th century, the temple is plush with inscribed panels that narrate the story of King Nandivarman's ascension to his throne.
Varadaraja Perumal Temple : It is one of the 108 Divya Desams. Sprawling over a large complex with 32 shrines, mandapams with 350-400 pillars, 19 vimanas and water tanks, Varadaraja Perumal temple is an ideal example of Vishwakarma Sthapathi' architectural genius.

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