Ekambareswarar Temple
A huge Shiva temple with a thousand-pillar hall and a 3,500-year-old mango tree, it's said.
- Open
- Closed for a few hours midday
- Price
- Small entry fee
- Time Needed
- 1–2 hours
- Best Time
- Early morning
- Address
- Ekambaranathar Sannathi Street, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu 631502Directions
Why Go
It represents the earth among Shiva's five elements. The gopuram is among the tallest in southern India, about 59 metres high.
Tips
- Dress modestly and leave your shoes at the gate.
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