Kanchipuram - City of Ancient Temples
Ekambareswar Temple / Kanchipuram
Why locals love it
Kanchipuram is an ancient city more than 1500 years old and a city of great old temples. A city very important to locals for religion and culture. So it is also a center for cultural festivals, dance and music, etc. Easily accessible from Chennai ( 60 km / 1.5 hr drive for Chennai airport )
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Why you should visit it
Great ancient south Indian art, architecture, Hindu religion. Popular with locals and foreign tourists. City of ancient temples several of them more than 1000 years old. Temples are grand architecture with fabulous sculptures adorning all over the tall towers, walls and pillars. Elaborate seasonal religious festivals, and arts.
Special tip
Don't forget to visit other great temples in the immediate neighborhood. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_temples_in_Kanchipuram