Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
Main God
Lord Shiva
Timings
6:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
Kanchipuram
Type
MAJOR
Enter the temple and observe the outer wall with 58 small shrines housing various forms of Shiva, each carved with exquisite detail.
Experience the unique narrow passage around the inner sanctum that devotees crawl through — symbolizing spiritual rebirth.
Visit the main Kailasanathar (Shiva) shrine, studying the remarkable Pallava-era stone carvings depicting scenes from Shiva mythology.
Walk around the entire complex, appreciating the oldest surviving structural temple in Kanchipuram with its stunning sandstone sculptures and panels.
Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu 631501
By Bus
TNSTC and private buses from Chennai (2 hrs). Kanchipuram bus stand is about 2 km from the temple.
By Air
Chennai International Airport (MAA) — 75 km (2 hours by road)
By Rail
Kanchipuram Railway Station — 3 km from the temple
Local Transport
Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws from Kanchipuram town center. Walking distance from other Kanchipuram temples.
