How to make the most of your visit to Kanchipuram in a Self-Drive Car

You must have heard about Kanchipuram sarees, no matter in which part of India you live. The South Indian sarees hold a special place in the history of India, one of the most remarkable of them being the Kanchipuram saree. However, this particular traditional Indian garment is not the only thing that pulls tourists from all over the world to Kanchipuram. People often come to Chennai to visit the popular tourist spots, and Kanchipuram is hardly any distant from there.

Apart from the tourist places and temples that are in abundance in Kanchipuram, many people are often curious about the specialties of these particular sarees and why they are so expensive, ranging from only Rs. 2,500- 1,00,000! The gold and silver threads used in weaving these sarees makes them heavy as well as valuable. In fact, the weight of a saree is the benchmark for assessing its quality. The more the weight, the more the precious metals used in the saree, and hence, the more expensive the saree. When you go to Chennai, do not forget to visit Kanchipuram and buy gifts for the family. They will be delighted to have something exquisite from South India that they can cherish forever and show it off to their friends!

Kanchipuram is located at a distance of only 82 kilometers from Chennai; you can take the NH 48 to reach the place. You can also save just a few minutes to cover 72 kilometers of distance by taking Vellore-Chennai road. The capital of Tamil Nadu these days offers a brilliant service of  Self-drive Cars in Chennai that can let you escape the haggling with auto-rickshaw drivers. Once you are in Kanchipuram, you can visit a lot of tourist spots to make your vacation more memorable.

Ekambareswarar Temple

The Ekambareswarar Temple is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva, and it has also been articulated by the Tamil poets of the 2nd century. Since then, the temple has undergone significant transformation and reconstruction under the reign of the Pallavas, the Cholas, and many more. In its present form, the temple was built by Krishnadevaraya who was the most popular king of Vijayanagar in 1509. With a height of almost 40 feet, the temple appears enormous and gives an accurate idea of the architectural magnificence of that time. You will also find a 3500-year old mango tree in the temple campus.

Kamakshi Amman Temple

Three major cities worship the Goddess Shakti, and Kanchipuram is the chief among these cities. The Gold Chariot and the main tower smeared in gold are the distinct features of the main tower. The 7th-century sculptures overwhelm the visitors with their grandeur and excellence. The gallery of the temple is there to represent the life of Adishankaracharya.

Varadaraja Temple

The Vijayanagar Kings had built the stunning Varadaraja Temple during the 10th century. The outer wall around the temple protects the building according to the locals. The hals in the temple comprise one thousand pillars, and are known as Kalyanamandapam. On each of these pillars, there is an account of the life of Lord Vishnu. There lies a huge chain in the temple complex that is cut out of a single granite slab. The fire corridors also catch the attention of the visitors.

Kailasanathar Temple

The Kailasanathar Temple is based on the Dravidian architectural style, and it is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. The Kailasanathar temple is built on the banks of Vedavathi River. Shivratri is celebrated with vigor in this temple, and the occasion witnesses thousands of people in the evening who come to offer prayers to Lord Shiva.

The name of the temple, Kailasanathar implies the Lord of Cosmic Mountain. It was constructed following the custom of the worship of Vishnu, Devi, Shiva, Ganapathi, Kartikeya, and Surya; which is the Hindu practice and it replaced Buddhism. The Pallava Dynasty is credited with the construction of this temple as they had founded their kingdom in Kanchipuram that is now called Kanchi, the capital city, and is regarded as one among the sacred towns under Hinduism. The Kailasanathar temple is one among the most famous monuments of Kanchipuram and is highly regarded by the Hindus. 

Kanchipuram is a beautiful small town of Tamil Nadu and is visited by lakhs of people every year. If you live nearby or far from the place, you must visit this amazing city at least once when you are visiting Chennai. You do not need to have an extensive budget to visit this place; only a modest budget financial plan is enough to cover most of the famous tourist spots and temples. You can come to Kanchipuram with your family or friends and have an awesome time with them in the temples.