City of 1001 temples, Shankeracharya muth and "Kanjiwaram Sarees" famous all over the World. One of the seven holy cities of India. This pilgrimage city has magnificent temples of Pallav times (7th – 9th century) with unique architectural splendor. Biggest international library is located here. Population is about 300000.
Location of Kanchipuram: On east coast of India, 75 kms from Chennai, capital city of South Indian state Tamilnadu.
Best Season to Visit Kanchipuram: Any season when here is a festival or you are in mood with good health, money and time along with reservations available for journey.
Festivals in Kanchipuram
- Feb - Float Festival in Varadraja Temple
- Feb - Kamakshi Amman Festival
- Feb - Mahashivratri festival in Kailashnatha Temple
- Mar - April- Panguni Uthiram in Ekambareshwara Temple
- May - Brahmotsavam in Varadraja Temple
- June - Garuda Sevai in Varadraja Temple
- Nov - Float Festival in Varadraja Temple
How to Reach Kanchipuram?
Reach Chennai by rail, road, air or ship from any where in the world and your destination is just 75 kms away from here. Very good and frequent facilities by road and rail are always available at Chennai to go Kanchipuram.
Popular Tourist Attractions of Kanchipuram
- Varadharaja Perumal Temple
- Ashtabhujakaram temple
- Yathothkari temple
- Deep Prakash perumal temple
- Azhagiya shringar temple
- Aadi Varah swamy temple
- Kailashnath temple
- Ekambareshwarar temple
- Tiruvothur temple
- Sangupani vinayakar temple and many more temples
- Queens land theme park
- Arignar anna zoological park
- Mahabalipuram
- Uthiramerur
- Kishkintha
- Vedanthangal birds sanctuary
- Kalpakkam rector research center
Accommodations in Kanchipuram
Star hotels are available at Chennai; rest all the facilities for every budget is available here at various locations.
