Kanchipuram is famous for temples and silk sarees. Kanchipuram is a holy town and is popular for many temples. The temples are built between 3rd to 17th centuries A.D. by the rulers of various dynasties, elevating the architecture more. In the temples the architectural pattern is typial south Indian and feature high roofs surmounting the sanctum and gopurams. The following are famous temples in Kanchipuram.
Kamakshi Amman Temple:
This is one of the most beautiful temples in South India. An exquisite golden Gopuram in the centre of this temple is very beautiful. –God-Kamakshi.
Kailasanathar Temple
This temple was built in 8th century by Rajasimha and his son Mahendra. It is one of the oldest temples. It is constructed using sandstone and the fresco-style paintings embellish the inner walls of the shrines. God- Siva.
Vaikundaperumal Temple
This temple was bult in 7th Century by the Pallava King Nandhivarman Pallavamalla. A number of inscriptions depicting the battles between the Pallavas and Chalukyas are here. God- Vishnu.
Kanchipuram is well connected by Bus and Train. Have a visit to these temples.
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