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‘Silk Saris’ and ‘Kanchipuram’ are the two things that always go hand in hand, irrespective of time and age. The Kanchipuram silk saris also called ‘Pattu’ saris, is yet another example of Indian cultural heritage that establishes its superiority among its competent world-wide. Watching the artisans’ so brilliantly weaving the enviable designs for pure mulberry silk is completely mesmerizing.
The famous poet Kalidasa said in praise of Kanchipuram, “nagareshu Kanchi”, meaning Kanchipuram was the nicest among the cities of India. Kanchipuram is also famous for its unrivalled architectural heritage. There are many temples and mutts to enlist. The temple city is also a central learning centre with many upcoming educational institutions producing scholars every year.
It is also one of the seven sacred cities of India. To sum up, Kanchipuram is a place where art, architecture and ethics coagulate leaving a mark forever on the people visiting the place for a few days.
History of Kanchipuram
This town was established and ruled by the Pallavas during the 6th and 8th century AD. It was in this time that art and education gained maximum attention and development. The other rulers of the place include Cholas, Vijayanagar Kings, the Muslim and the British.
Special attractions in and around Kanchipuram
The list of temples of Kanchipuram is a very big one and that the reason it is famous as Temple town of India. Some of the renowned temples attracting large crowds include Varadhraja Perumal Temple, Ashtabujakaram Temple, Tiruvekka, Tiruvellukai Tiru Neeragam, Tiru Kaaragam ,Tirukaarvaanamtiru Paramechura Vinnagaram, Tiru Pavala Vannam, Tiru Paadagam Tiru Nilaaththingal Thundam Tirupputkuzh dedicated to various Gods of the Indian mythology.
Best Time to Visit Kanchipuram
The most favorable months to visit this place are from October to March.
Location
State: Tamil Nadu
District: Kanchipuram
Distance of Kanchipuram from nearest cities: Chennai which is around 70 kilometers from Kanchipuram, is the nearest city.
How to reach Kanchipuram
Nearest airport: The nearest airport is at Chennai.
Nearest railway stations: The nearest railway station is the Chengalpettu-Arakonam railway station.
Directions by road from nearby cities: Kanchipuram is well connected by road to other cities in the state.
Tourism Department
Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation
Tourism Complex, No.2, Wallajah Road
Chennai -600002
Tel: 91-44-25367850 Extn.221; 25383333, 25389857, 25360294
Climate
Kanchipuram experiences a hot climate and the monsoon bring a pleasant change in the weather of this region.
Clothing
Light cotton clothes in summers and light woolens in winters are recommended.
Tourist attractions near Kanchipuram
- Thirupathi Kundram: located at a distance of 5 km, the place has served as a center for Jainism.
- Thiruthani: this place, believed to be the house of six forms of Lord Subramanya, it is 42 km away from Kanchi.
- Vedanthangal: The bird sanctuary at Vedanthangal is a spectacular picnic destination where many species of birds migrate every year from all parts of the world.
- Vandalur: 35 km from Kanchipuram, another must visit in Tamil Nadu, this place is famous for the Anna Zoological park, where one can spot myriad species of flora and fauna.
This article was contributed by Abhay Tandon
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