Embark on a journey through the high Hindu temples of Kanchipuram, the ‘City of Thousand Temples’, from Chennai. Explore iconic temples, experience Hindu culture and architecture, and witness a traditional silk-weaving demonstration.
Embark on a journey through the high Hindu temples of Kanchipuram, the ‘City of Thousand Temples’, from Chennai. Explore iconic temples, experience Hindu culture and architecture, and witness a traditional silk-weaving demonstration.
- Kanchipuram - You will be picked up from your hotel in Chennai and driven to Kanchipuram, about 45 minutes away. Historically, Kanchipuram was a center of education and was known as the “ghatikasthanam”, or place of learning. The city was also a religious center of advanced education for Jainism and Buddhism between the 1st and 5th centuries….
- Kanchipuram - You will be picked up from your hotel in Chennai and driven to Kanchipuram, about 45 minutes away. Historically, Kanchipuram was a center of education and was known as the “ghatikasthanam”, or place of learning. The city was also a religious center of advanced education for Jainism and Buddhism between the 1st and 5th centuries. Located on the banks of the Vegavathy river, it incorporates many temples. In Vaishnavism Hindu theology, Kanchipuram is one of the seven Tirtha (pilgrimage) sites. Fourteen temples dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu are located in Kanchipuram. We will visit the three temples that exemplify this sacred town. Kailasantha Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and represents a high point in Indian architecture. Ekambareshwara Temple represents the earth form of the five form-element abode of Lord Shiva. The ancient Vaikuntaperumal Temple has beautiful pillared corridors around the sanctum dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
The city of Kanchipuram is well known for its hand woven silk saris. Most of the city’s workforce is involved in the weaving industry. It is one of India’s lucrative industries. We will watch a traditional silk weaving demonstration.
Your private tour ends when you are returned back to your hotel in Chennai.
- Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Professional English speaking guide
- Bottle of mineral water
- Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Professional English speaking guide
- Bottle of mineral water
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
You will experience the best of Kanchipuram Temple City on this excursion from Chennai. This visit showcases the religion, culture and architecture of ‘The City of Thousand Temples’. Travel with your knowledgeable guide to some of the most iconic temples, including Ekambareswarar Temple, Varadaraja Perumal Temple and Kailasanathar Temple and gain a…
You will experience the best of Kanchipuram Temple City on this excursion from Chennai. This visit showcases the religion, culture and architecture of ‘The City of Thousand Temples’. Travel with your knowledgeable guide to some of the most iconic temples, including Ekambareswarar Temple, Varadaraja Perumal Temple and Kailasanathar Temple and gain a deeper understanding of Hinduism. Our private tour also includes a traditional silk weaving demonstration. NOTE: (Expect More People on Ground / Monuments / Public Places During the Tour). You will have Private tour Guide during the Sightseeing Tour. Highlights • Sri Ekambareswarar Temple • Kailasanathar Temple • Varadaraja Perumal Temple • Traditional silk-weaving demonstration
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
