• Ekambareswarar Temple - The Ekambareswarar Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India.

• Did you know this temple is one of the Pancha Bhoota Stalas, representing the five elements?

• What are these five elements, and what is their significance?

Highlights

1. Architecture:

• What makes it famous? How many acres does it cover? Does it have gopurams, or gateway towers, and is it India’s tallest tower?
• What distinguishes its sculptures and paintings?
• Is the temple tree, known as the sthala-virutcham, a 3,500-year-old mango tree? Why is it renowned?
• How many pillars are there in the main hall?

Historical:

• Was it constructed before the 7th century, and who was the builder?
• Is it mentioned in 3rd-century literature?

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• Varadharaja Perumal Temple - The Varadharaja Perumal Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India.

Highlights

1. Architecture

• How large is the temple complex and its main gateway tower?
• What is the significance of the massive stone chain sculpture?
• What stories are depicted on the 96 ornate pillars?

History:

• When was it built according to inscriptions, and who was the builder?
• Why is it one of the 108 Vishnu temples significant to Vaishnavites, followers of the Vishnu tradition in India?

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• Vaikunta Perumal Temple - Thiru Parameswara Vinnagaram, or Vaikunta Perumal Temple, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Built in the Dravidian architectural style, the temple is celebrated in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham, the early medieval Tamil canon of the Alvar saints from the 6th to the 9th centuries CE. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu, worshipped as Vaikuntanathan (meaning ‘Lord of Vaikunta’) and his consort, Goddess Lakshmi as Sri Vaikundavalli. The temple is considered the second oldest existing temple in Kanchipuram after the Kailasanathar temple.

• Shakunthala Jagannathan Museum of Folk Art - This is not a heritage museum but an old traditional house showcasing a collection of everyday items used over the past 100 years, unique to Kanchipuram, reflecting its ancient and exclusive culture.

• Kanchipuram - Silk Weaving: Kanchipuram is renowned for its silk sarees. Weaving is a popular craft here. Visitors will be taken to a weaving site to observe the weaving process. Please note that the tour does not include a visit to the silk production farm.

• Kailasanatha Temple - The architecturally stunning Kailasanathar Temple:

This temple is the first of its kind in stone architecture, unlike other Pallava structures that were stone-carved or rock-cut. Its granite foundation supports the weight of the entire massive structure. With over 58 shrines set in niches along the compound wall, the temple is a masterpiece of sandstone construction. The mandapa pillars feature statues of lions standing on their hind legs, symbolizing protection of the temple.

This magnificent temple offers a remarkable visual experience that must be seen to be appreciated.

Join us to enjoy this trip and learn more about Kanchipuram – the temple town.

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We stand out due to:

1. A diverse itinerary that includes heritage and cultural experiences such as weaving, shopping for silk sarees and scarves, visiting museums, enjoying folk art, and savoring culinary specialties like Kanchipuram Idly (subject to availability), among others.
2. Flexible packages and pricing options: Choose from “Local Guide Leading,” “Expert Curation Only,” or “Expert Curation with Cab & Meal” packages to suit your preferences.
3. Traveler-friendly choices of monuments and restaurants that are hygienic, clean, and easily accessible. We proactively plan trips to address potential issues like weather conditions.

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