Exploring Kanchipuram in a Day

Day 1: Cultural Delights

Kanchipuram, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at a Local Eatery

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast of idli, dosa, and filter coffee to energize yourself for the day ahead.
Walk or take a short auto-rickshaw ride to Kamakshi Amman Temple.
INR 200, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Kamakshi Amman Temple

Explore the stunning architecture and intricate carvings at this ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi.
Walk to Kanchi Kudil.
INR 50, 1.5 hours

11:00 AM

Kanchi Kudil

Immerse yourself in the traditional Tamil lifestyle at this heritage house showcasing the culture of Kanchipuram.
Take a short walk to Ekambareswarar Temple.
INR 100, 1 hour

12:30 PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Indulge in a delicious meal of authentic Tamil cuisine like biryani or thali.
Walk to the nearby silk saree shops.
INR 300, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Ekambareswarar Temple

Visit one of the Pancha Bhoota Stalas dedicated to Lord Shiva and admire the 2500-year-old mango tree in the temple complex.
Explore the local silk saree shops for traditional Kanchipuram silk sarees.
INR 20, 1.5 hours

4:00 PM

Shopping for Silk Sarees

Browse through a wide variety of exquisite Kanchipuram silk sarees and shop for souvenirs to take back home.
End of the day. You can walk back to your accommodation or hire a local transport.
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