Discover the architectural wonders of the old town starting with the visit to one of the most important
attractions the Kamatchi Amman Temple. Worship God Vishnu as you traverse through the renowned
Varadharaja Perumal Temple and Vaikunda Perumal Temple.
Continuing your spiritual voyage wander through the Kailasanathar Temple and Ekambareswarar Temple.
Head over to Kumarakottam Temple dedicated to Lord Muruga. Finally, we head for Kanchipuram Silk Saris.
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Pick up by 8:00 AM from the hotel in Chennai. Drive to Kanchipuram.
Visit the Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple. It is made up of a typical Pallava style of a pyramidal tower,
pillared halls, and a vestibule. More than 50 small shrines are enshrined in this temple complex. It is
believed, by visiting this temple, devotees get rid of the ill effects of shadow planet Ketu.
After that visit to Varadaraja Perumal Temple, a 23acre temple complex, with depictions of 19
Vimanas (flying palaces or chariots) and around 400 pillared halls, dedicated to Varadarajaperumal or
Varadarajan Swamy. One of the 108 Divya Desam and all the 12 Alwars have visited and have sung
hymns in praise of the Lord.
Post that visits Ekambareswarar Temple. It is one of the five elements of nature representing the earth. The
single mango tree in the outer court is revered as most sacred and it is believed, if worshiped by
a childless couple, they will be blessed with a child.
Next, you visit the Kamakshi Temple. It is a 12th-century temple in the heart of the town. The name in
full refers Kamakshi with Goddess Saraswati and Goddess Lakshmi as her both eyes. You will also
visit the local market to understand local cultural activities.
Finally visit the Rajiv Gandhi Memorial, a memorial to Indian prime minister Rajiv Gandhi at the site
where he was assassinated at Sriperumbudur.
Drive back to Chennai and dropped off at your hotel.