Kanchipuram Tour Packages From Chennai

With an innumerable number of temples, this place was actually the pilgrimage site for Hindus from the southern part of India.

Due to the abundance of temples, it is popularly known as the ‘land of thousand temples’ among the foreigners. But these temples are some masterpieces of artwork, so even if someone is not an ardent pilgrim, the beauty of architecture is bound to mesmerize people. Moreover, there lies a special attraction for saree lovers as you could buy the famous Kanjeevaram silk. So, give yourself a chance to go out of daily life and get yourself immersed in the artwork of Pallavas and Cholas by availing Kanchipuram tour packages from Chennai.

Places To Visit

Kanchi Kamakshi temple

This temple is considered to be the place for the reigning goddess of Kanchipuram, Kamakshi. According to popular beliefs, this temple has been there since time immemorial. Mythological popular belief claims that this temple was built sometime between 5th BCE to 8th BCE when Adi Shankaracharya set up the Sri Chakra at this temple.

Ekambareswarar Temple

A Hindu temple devoted to Lord Shiva, the avatar of Shiva is worshipped as Ekambareswarar or Ekambaranathar here and is spoken to by the lingam, with his golden calf alluded to as Prithvi lingam. Pancha Bhoota Stalam of this temple is dedicated to the five Shiva sanctuaries that are considered as five main components of nature - arrive, water, air, sky, and fire.

Anna Memorial

Located at a distance of 3 km from Kanchipuram Bus Station and 3 km from Kanchipuram Railway Station, Anna Memorial has been made in memory of Dr C.N. Annadurai. He was the former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. It is his ancestral house that has been converted into a memorial. Various exhibits like photographs, the articles used by him and important events of his life are exhibited here.

Ulagalantha Perumal Temple

Ulagalantha Perumal Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This temple has an idol of Vishnu in the form of the Vaman which is 35 feet tall with a width of 24 feet. The posture of the idol is such that it gives the impression as if Lord Vishnu has one foot on planet earth and the other on the skies. Popular beliefs say that foot that pushes towards the skies is the foot that pushing King Bali to Patiala (the hell) and Vishnu took this avatar to defeat King Bali on the day of Amavasya.

Tiru Parameswara Vinnagaram

Regarded as a grand specimen of Pallava architecture, this temple has three layered Ashtanga Vimanam. The lowermost level enshrines the seated image of Vishnu, while the ones above enshrine Vishnu in reclining and standing postures respectively. You can indulge in some serene tim while visiting this temple.

How To Reach

Located roughly around 75K from the main city of Chennai, people from Chennai can either vail roadways or railways to reach Kanchipuram. There are a number of conducted Kanchipuram tour packages from Chennai.

By Bus

There are multiple bus services from Chennai to Kanchipuram and it is extremely comfortable. It roughly takes around 2hours 30 minutes to reach the place from Chennai. You can either avail the government bus services or there are a few private bus services of travel agencies.

By Train

Kanchipuram has its own railway station and trains are available at a regular interval from Chennai Egmore station to Kanchipuram. The time needed to reach Kanchipuram from Chennai Egmore is around 3 hours on an average.

By Air

The nearest airport to this place is the one in Chennai, so apparently, you don’t have the option to reach the place directly via a flight. You need to get down at Chennai International Airport and take a cab or buses to reach here.

By Car

Various Car rental services are also available from Chennai to Kanchipuram. It usually takes not more than two and a half hours to reach from Chennai. People who love to stop in between to click images may opt for car service as it is a little difficult to convince the bus driver to stop at places during the journey.

Best Time To Visit

Summer

Summers may be a little hot to in Kanchipuram with temperature ranging from 21 degrees to 37 degrees, yet it is one of the best times of the year to visit since between March to May temple festivals as Masi Mahotsav happens and it is certainly a major attraction for tourists.

Monsoon

The place heavy rainfall during monsoon but the cool breeze blowing during this time makes it very comfortable for tourists to enjoy the sightseeing. However, the destination looks breathtakingly beautiful during this time as well.

Winter

This is the best time to enjoy the place as the weather is extremely pleasant with temperature ranging between 19 degree Celsius to 29 degree Celsius.