About
One of India's seven sacred cities ("Sapta Puri"), Kanchipuram was the Pallava capital and houses over 100 temples. The Kailasanathar Temple (700 AD) and Ekambareswarar Temple are architectural jewels. Also the silk saree capital of South India.
Must-see highlights
Kailasanathar Temple (oldest in TN, 685 AD)
Ekambareswarar Temple 1000-pillar hall & mango tree
Vaikunta Perumal Temple
Varadharaja Perumal Temple 100-pillared hall
Kamakshi Amman Temple
Silk saree weaving workshops
Pallava sculpture museum
Kanchipuram Heritage Walk
Sri Chandramouleeswara Temple
On the map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Kanchipuram 1km · Chennai International Airport 75km
Nearby attractions
Kailasanathar TempleEkambareswarar TempleVaikunta Perumal TempleSilk saree weaversVedanthangal Bird Sanctuary
How to get here
Chennai → Kanchipuram
bus · 2h
₹80
approx.
Chennai → Kanchipuram
train · 2h
₹60
approx.
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November – February
Nearest Transport
Kanchipuram1 km
Chennai International Airport75 km
Stay Options
budget₹500/night
mid₹1,400/night
luxury₹3,500/night
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