Explore this 8th-century Pallava-style temple known for its intricate sandstone carvings and early Dravidian architecture. It’s a serene spot perfect for photography and immersion in history, open from 6:00am to 12:00pm and 4:00pm to 8:00pm.
Visit this vast temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, renowned for its 58-feet high gopuram and the sacred mango tree inside the complex. It’s open from 6:00am to 12:00pm and 4:00pm to 8:30pm.
Explore this grand Vishnu temple famous for its large chariot festival and exquisite sculptures. It’s open from 6:00am to 12:00pm and 4:00pm to 8:00pm.
Spend your afternoon browsing the world-renowned Kanchipuram silk saree shops. This is the perfect place to purchase authentic silk textiles directly from the weavers.
Revisit or explore more deeply this renowned temple complex, especially its temple tank and sacred mango tree, noted in Hindu mythology, open from 6:00am to 12:00pm and 4:00pm to 8:30pm.
On your way back or en route from Kanchipuram to Chennai, visit this beautiful basilica built over the tomb of Saint Thomas, offering a mixture of Gothic and neoclassical architecture, open from 6:00am to 8:00pm.