Ramanadheswarar Temple, Vembakkam, Kanchipuram Date built: – Deity: Ramanadheswarar Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Vembakkam District:: Kanchipuram Address: – Phone – Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2016/12/ramanadheswarar-temple-vembakkam.html Ramanadheswarar Temple is dedicated to Hindu God Shiva located at Kanchipuram Town in Kanchipuram District of Tamilnadu. Presiding deity is called as Ramanadheswarar. Vembakkam is a village situated 15 […]
Kanchipuram
Kanchipuram, also known as Kanchi, is a city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu that is famous for its exquisite silk sarees and historical temples. The city has been ruled by various dynasties, including the Cholas, Pallavas, and Vijayanagara empire, who have all contributed to the grandeur of the temples in Kanchipuram.
Kanchipuram is known as the “City of Thousand Temples” and is considered one of the seven holiest places for Hindus. The temples in Kanchipuram are renowned for their intricate architecture, rich history, and spiritual significance. The city is home to numerous temples, each with its unique story and significance.
The most famous temples are the Kailasanathar temple, Ekambareswarar temple, Varadaraja Perumal temple, and Kamakshi Amman temple. The Kailasanathar temple is the oldest temple in Kanchipuram and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was built in the 8th century by the Pallava dynasty and is known for its intricate carvings and beautiful architecture. The Ekambareswarar temple is the largest temple in Kanchipuram and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is known for its massive gopuram (tower) and thousand-pillar hall. The Varadaraja Perumal temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is famous for its intricate carvings and beautiful architecture. The Kamakshi Amman temple is dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi, a form of Goddess Parvati, and is known for its intricate carvings and beautiful architecture.
Apart from these temples, there are many other temples in Kanchipuram worth visiting, such as the Vaikunda Perumal temple, Ulagalanda Perumal temple, and the Kachapeshwarar temple. The city attracts thousands of devotees and tourists every year, who come to witness the beauty and spiritual significance of these temples.
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Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Salavakkam, Kanchipuram
Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Salavakkam, Kanchipuram Date built: – Deity: Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Salavakkam District:: Kanchipuram Address: – Phone – Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2016/12/prasanna-venkatesa-perumal-temple_29.html Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple is dedicated to Hindu God Vishnu located at Salavakkam Village in […]
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Sornapuriswarar Temple, Salavakkam, Kanchipuram
Sornapuriswarar Temple, Salavakkam, Kanchipuram Date built: – Deity: Sornapuriswarar Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Salavakkam District:: Kanchipuram Address: – Phone – Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2016/12/sornapuriswarar-temple-salavakkam.html Sornapuriswarar Temple is dedicated to Hindu God Shiva located at Salavakkam Village near Chengalpet in Kanchipuram District of Tamilnadu. Presiding Deity is known as Sornapuriswarar and Mother is known […]
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Sundhara Varadharaja Perumal Temple, Salavakkam, Kanchipuram
Sundhara Varadharaja Perumal Temple, Salavakkam, Kanchipuram Date built: – Deity: Sundhara Varadharaja Perumal Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Salavakkam District:: Kanchipuram Address: – Phone – Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2016/12/sundhara-varadharaja-perumal-temple.html Sundhara Varadharaja Perumal Temple is dedicated to Hindu God Vishnu located at Salavakkam Village in Kanchipuram District of Tamilnadu. Salavakkam is 4 kms from Meyyur.This […]
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Vedal Shiva Temple, Kanchipuram
Vedal Shiva Temple, Kanchipuram Date built: – Deity: Vedal Shiva Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Kanchipuram District:: Kanchipuram Address: – Phone – Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2016/12/vedal-shiva-temple-kanchipuram.html Vedal Shiva Temple is located at Village of Vedal near Kanchipuram Town in Kanchipuram District of Tamilnadu. This Vedal Village is not to be confused with the Vedal […]
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Shiva Temple, Aatuputhoor, Kanchipuram
Shiva Temple, Aatuputhoor, Kanchipuram Date built: – Deity: Shiva Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Aatuputhoor District:: Kanchipuram Address: – Phone – Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2016/12/shiva-temple-aatuputhoor-kanchipuram.html Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Contact Details Official Address
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Shiva Temple, Hariharapakkam, Kanchipuram
Shiva Temple, Hariharapakkam, Kanchipuram Date built: – Deity: Shiva Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Hariharapakkam District:: Kanchipuram Address: – Phone – Hariharapakkam Shiva Temple is located at Hariharapakkam near Kanchipuram Town in Kanchipuram District of Tamilnadu. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Contact Details Official Address
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Shiva Vishnu Temple, Latoor, Kanchipuram
Shiva Vishnu Temple, Latoor, Kanchipuram Date built: – Deity: Shiva Vishnu Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Latoor District:: Kanchipuram Address: – Phone – Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2016/12/shiva-vishnu-temple-latoor-kanchipuram.html Shiva Vishnu Temple is located at Latoor, a small village, 3 Kms away from Pavunchur a small town, 20 Kms from Mathuranthagam in Kanchipuram District of Tamilnadu. […]
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Sooriyeswarar Temple, Kanchipuram
Sooriyeswarar Temple, Kanchipuram Date built: – Deity: Sooriyeswarar Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Kanchipuram District:: Kanchipuram Address: – Phone – Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2016/12/sooriyeswarar-temple-kanchipuram.html Sooriyeswarar Temple is dedicated to Hindu God Shiva located at Kanchipuram Town in Kanchipuram District of Tamilnadu. Presiding deity is called as Sooriyeswarar. This Temple is located in the Damal […]
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Somanatheswarar Temple, Somangalam, Kanchipuram
Somanatheswarar Temple, Somangalam, Kanchipuram Date built: – Deity: Somanatheswarar Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Somangalam District:: Kanchipuram Address: – Phone – Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/search?q=Somanatheswarar+Temple%2C+Somangalam Somanatheswarar Temple is dedicated to Hindu God Shiva located at Somangalam Village in Kanchipuram District of Tamilnadu. Presiding Deity is known as Somanatheswarar and Divine Mother Shakti as Kamakshi Amman. This […]