15 Places to Visit in Kanchipuram, Tourist Places & Attractions
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People Also Ask About Kanchipuram

  1. How far is Kanchipuram from Mahabalipuram?

    Kanchipuram is approximately 67.8 (1.40 hours) kilometres from Mahabalipuram. The best way is to go via the East Coast Road and Kanchipuram-Chengalpattu Road.
  2. Which are the best places to visit in Kanchipuram other than temples?

    Kanchi Kudil: One of the best places to see here, this is a museum where one can experience the heritage of Kanchipuram and the traditional ways of living. You can see replicas of ancient houses, life scenes, cooking utensils, furniture, old photographs, pooja rooms, etc. 

    Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary: Located a little outside the city, this sanctuary houses more than 40,000 birds including some rare and migratory species and a beautiful lake. This is known as the oldest bird sanctuary in the country and you can spot snake birds, glossy ibises, sandpipers, darters, etc. 

    Shakuntala Jagannathan Museum: This is a museum of folk art located in a 400-year-old house ‘Brahma Mandir’ and displays ancient musical instruments, wooden swing, punkah, etc. Don’t miss to see brass and bronze statues, old photographs, and paintings here. 

    Anna Memorial: This is the residence of the erstwhile minister of Tamil Nadu and an iconic figure Late Arignar Annadurai. Converted into a memorial, it houses his personal items, photographs, documents, and books that tell his life story. 
  3. Which are the best places to visit in Kanchipuram in two days?

    Kamakshi Amman Temple: Dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi and is amongst the 51 Shakti Peethas in the country. Believed to be the base of the holy trinity of goddesses, the temple has magnificent architecture, a gold-plated Vimanam, walls covered in murals, a 100 pillared hall, and even an elephant sanctuary.

    Jain Temple: An important place for Jains, this 9th-century temple is dedicated to Lord Mahavir. Its beautiful Dravidian architecture and walls adorned with stunning paintings that tell the story of Jain culture are a must-see.

    Varadharaja Perumal Temple: This 10th-century temple built by the kings of Vijaynagar is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Its architecture comprises intricate carvings and around 32 shrines within the complex.

    Devarajaswami Temple: Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, this ancient temple has a water tank that houses his huge statue, that’s taken out once every 40 years for 48 days and immersed again. There is a marriage hall here built dedicated to the marriage between Goddess Laxmi and Lord Vishnu.

  4. What is the old name of Kanchipuram?

    The old name of the city that traces its history to the 2nd-century is Conjeevaram. The city was the capital city during the Chola dynasty rule and a Pallava capital from the 3rd-9th century.
  5. What is famous in Kanchipuram?

    Known as the ‘Temple City’, Kanchipuram is famous for its ancient places of worship that are revered by people all over the world, some dating to 685 AD built during the Pallava dynasty rule. It is also famous for delicate and lustrous Kanchipuram silk that’s hand-woven into beautiful sarees.
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