Kanchipuram

The Varadharaja Perumal Temple in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, is an ancient shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu, dating back over a thousand years. Renowned for its architectural beauty, the temle is one of the 108 Divya Desams and attracts countless devotees annually.

Dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi, the temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peeths, and features an idol of Kamakshi Amman sitting in a yogic pose of Padmasana.

Also known as Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple, this intricately-carved temple complex dates back to the Pallava Dynasty. It is a sandstone structure built in Dravidian-style architecture and and comprises of 58 shrines depicting various forms of Lord Shiva.

Established in the year 482 B.C., Kanchi Kamkoti Peetham is a monastic institution established by Adi Shankaracharya, and has the distinction of an unbroken line of 70 spiritual leaders.

Sri Ekambareswarar Temple is a sprawling 25-acre complex dedicated to Lord Shiva, with a temple for Lord Vishnu as well. Dating back to 600 CE, it is a significant spiritual site for devotees across India.

Spanning over 30 hectares, this is the oldest water bird sanctuary in India. It houses over 40,000 species of birds including night herons, sandpipers, darters and pintails.

Over a century old, Kanchi Kudil is an ancestral home that has been turned into a museum. It gives insights into the life of an ancient Kanchipuram family.