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What are main temples in Kanchipuram?
List of temples
| Name of the temple | Architecture/Timeline |
|---|---|
| Shiva Temples | |
| Ekambareswarar Temple (Kachi Ekambam) | 600 CE, Pallavas, Present structure – Nayaks of Tanjore |
| Kailasanathar Temple | 567 CE foundation, Expansion in 7th century by Rajasimha Pallava |
| Karchapeswarar Temple | Pallava dynasty, present structure by Vijayanagar rulers |
What is famous in Kanchipuram?
Located about 75 km from Chennai in Tamilnadu state of southern India, Kanchipuram is a temple town renowned for its majestic temple architecture and Silk sarees. Of the 108 holy temples of the Hindu god Vishnu (DivyaDesams), 14 are located in Kanchipuram.
What is the old name of Kanchipuram?
Conjeevaram
Conjeevaram is the English name of the ancient Kancheepuram. Like all ancient cities, Kancheepuram is also situated on the banks of a river, Vegavati. The city was the capital of the Early Cholas as far back as the 2nd century BC and a Pallava capital between the 6th and 8th centuries.
Who made Kanchipuram temples?
Narasimhavarman II
The temple was built around 700 CE with additions in the 8th- and restorations in later centuries. It is the first structural temple built in South India by Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimha), and who is also known as Rajasimha Pallaveswaram. His son, Mahendravarman III, completed the front façade and the gopuram (tower).
Who built Kanchi temple?
How old is Kailasanathar Temple?
1,321c. 700 AD
Kailasanathar Temple/Age
Why are perambur and Kanchipuram famous?
The city is important to both Shaivism and Sri Vaishnavism. The city is well known for its hand woven silk sarees and most of the city’s workforce is involved in the weaving industry.
Which is the oldest temple complex in Kanchipuram?
The Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple is one of the oldest temple complexes in Kanchipuram. It is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. Its complex is one of the earliest examples of the architectural elements taken from the famous Pallava Dynasty.
What is the significance of Ashtabujakaram temple?
The Ashtabujakaram Temple is a famous Vaishnavite place of worship in Kanchipuram. The temple’s current form is a mix of architectural styles, influenced by the Pallavas, Cholas and Vijayanagara Dynasties. Its most prominent feature is the temple pond located within its walls which is associated with the mythological tale of Gajendra Moksha.
Which is the best place to stay in kanchpuram?
From March to April, the temple hosts the most important religious festival in the city – Panguni Brahmotsavam. Hotels in Kanchpuram are the best in terms of service. This temple is located on Ekambareswarar Sannidhi Street and is open from 6 am to 9 pm.
How many Paadal Petra Stalams are there in Kanchipuram?
There are 11 paadal petra stalam in Kanchipuram. The temple is the largest temple in the town of Kanchipuram and is located in the northern part of the town. The temple gopuram (gateway tower) is 59m tall, which is one of the tallest gopurams in India.