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Kanchipuram is one of the seven most holy cities of Hindus. It is about 60 kilometres (37 mi) southwest of Chennai, Tamil Nadu state, India. Kanchipuram was an important religious and cultural place of Ancient India. The city continues to be an important religious place.

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Ekambareswarar temple – the largest temple in the city

For a long time, from the 6th century till the 8th century, the city was capital city of the Pallava dynasty.

There are many temples in the city. There is a Math (religious centre) of Shankaracharya in this city.

Kanchipuram silk sarees are famous

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Kanchipuram Silk Sarees hanging

Images for kids

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    Sculptures inside Kanchipuram Kailasanathar Temple – the oldest existing temple in the city

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    The Battle of Pollilur, fought near Kanchipuram in 1780

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    A house depicting old living style of Kanchipuram

  • Silk Sari Weaving at Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu

    Silk Saree Weaving at Kanchipuram

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    Agriculture in Kanchipuram

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    Bodhidharma is believed to have spread Zen school of Buddhism from India to China

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    Trilokyanatha Temple

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    Painted ceiling with Jain munis

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    Sculpted pillars and stone chain in Varadharaja Perumal Temple

See also

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