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Kanchipuram is one of India's seven sacred cities and one of its loveliest temple towns.
It is also noted for its handloom silks. The Golden City of Kanchipuram is one of the
seven sacred places of India. It is also hailed by Kalidasa as "Nagareshu Kanchi"(Best
City among others). This pilgrimage centre is important for both Shaivites and
Vaishnavites. Popularly known as "The City of Thousand Temples" is mainly consists of
Siva Kanchi and Vishnu Kanchi. Kanchipuram is around 72 KM from Chennai
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| EKAMBARESWARA TEMPLE |
| Sri Ekambareswara is in the form of "Prithvi Lingam" hence Kanchipuram is also known as
one of the Pancha Bhutha Sthalas. According to a Puranic story, Kailash Parvathy closed
the eyes of Lord Shiva, while playing, bringing darkness to the entire world. Getting
angry at her behaviour, Lord Shiva cursed Parvathi to become black like Kali. Unable to
bear the punishment the Goddess descended on this place and did penance under a mango
tree making a Lingam out of earth . Hence much significance is attached to this shrine
and the mango tree, situated within the temple. |
| KAILASANATHA TEMPLE |
| This temple was built by Kind Rajasimha, the Pallava king and is known for its beautiful
sculptures. The image of ardhanareeswara, seated on a bull with the feminine aspect
carrying veena, is noteworthy. Other important temples in Shiva Kanchi are the
Kachapeswara temple where Lord Vishnu worshipped Shiva in the form of a tortoise,
Chitragupta temple, the only one of its kind in the South India, Kumara Kottam., a
popular temple of Sri Subramanya, Satyavrateswara and Agastiswara shrines. |
| VARADARAJA PERUMAL TEMPLE |
| Situated on top of Hastigiri Hill, it is the centre of attraction in Vishnu Kanchi. This
temple was constructed by the Vijayanagar Kings and the grand gopurams are architectural
marvels. The beautiful site has sculptures in the Hall of Hundred Pillars. The separate
shrines in the temple are, Sri Perundevi Thayar, the divine consort, and Yoga Narasimha
in a cave below Hastigiri Hill. In "Anantha Theertham" the holy tank, Lord Attigiri
Varadaraja is lying below water and is taken out only once in a generation for the
worship of devotees. Other important temples include those of Vaikunta Perumal,
Ulagalanda Perumal, Ashtabujam Perumal, Yathoktakari and Vilakkoil Kerumal. |
| Handloom Industry |
| Located in Mylapore, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Fragmentary inscriptions
date back to 1250 A.D. The majestic 37metere gopuram is profusely carved depicting
Puranic legends. The present structure was renovated by the Vijayanagara Kings in the
16th century. It has some beautiful sculptures among which are the bronze idols of 63
Saivite saints or the Nayanmars. These adorn the outer courtyard within the temple
precinct. |
| The Government Museum |
| Kanchipuram's exquisite silk sarees are woven from pure mulberry silk in contrasting
colours and have an enviable reputation for texture, lustre, durability and finish. More
than 5,000 families are engaged in this industry and their spectacular creations are
marketed by a number of co-operative socities, located all over the state. The Tamil
Nadu Handloom House offers attractive rebates. |
| Shopping |
| Spencer Plaza |
| Spencer's is a 100 Year old institution in Chennai, India, whose name has long been
associated with a world class shopping experience. In 1990, one landmark paved way for
another - Spencer Plaza has taken shape as India's finest and largest Shopping and
Office Mall at the same place, continues to give Shoppers, convenience beyond par. |
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