Considered as one among the seven most sacred cities in India - Kanchipuram is revered as an important Hindu pilgrimage destination.
One of the oldest surviving cities in South India, Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu is also known as the Temple Town of Tamil Nadu.
Tours to Kanchipuram take you to a fascinating land of ancient South Indian temple architecture and rustic beauty.
Located on the banks of River Palar, Kanchipuram is famous for its silk saris, ancient temple traditions and cultural splendor.
The seat of Kanchi Matha, Kanchipuram was known as Kachiampathi in the olden Days. Located at a 70-kilometer drive from Chennai- the capital of Tamil Nadu, Kanchipuram has a tropical weather and attracts tourist from far and wide all year round.
History
Rich in history, Kanchipuram was an important seat of Tamil learning in the ancient Days. Explorers like Huen Tsang have mentioned Kanchipuram in their writings, Kanchipuram came into historical limelight when the region came to be dominated by the Pallava rulers in the 4th and 5th centuries.
Kanchipuram became an important center of Tamil art, crafts and Dravidian temple architecture under the patronage of Chola kings during the 10th century. Kanchipuram flourished as a political entity while it was a part of the Vijaynagar Empire. In the later years Kanchipuram was taken over by the British colonial rulers.
Tourist Attractions
The temples of Kanchipuram are its main tourist attractions. With spires that seem to embrace the skies and walls teeming with sculptures of maidens and floral patterns, the temples of Kanchipuram are of immense historical, architectural as well as religious significance.
Tour the Devrajaswami Temple, Vaikuntha Perumal Temple, Kamakshi Amman Temple, Sri Ekambaranathar Temple, Varadaraja Temple and Kumara Kottam while on tours to Kanchipuram with Magical India Tours and India City Tour packages.
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