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| Temples in Kanchipuram |
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| Kailasanathar Temple |
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| The Kailasanathar Temple is one of the oldest temples and it was constructed by the Pallava kings in the 8th century AD. It also contains numerous panels showing lord Siva as Nataraja in various postures. The architecture of this temple resembles the Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram.The temple is built of red sandstone and has innumerable carvings of Pallva art, of which the Urdhva Thandava dance of Siva and the laughing face of Parvathi are worth seeing.
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| The Kamakshi Amman Temple is one of the three holy places of Sakthi worship in India, The temple has an imposing structure and is dedicated to goddess Parvati in her incarnation as Kamakshi, the goddess of Love. The temple in the present form was built by the Cholas during 14th centuary A.D. The Kamakshi Amman temple is the hub of all religious activities in Kanchipuram. The temple is also in closer control of the Sankara Mutt.
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| Kamakshi Amman Temple |
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| Ekambaranathar Temple |
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| The Ekambareswarar Temple is one of the famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. The 57 metres (188") high Rajagopuram is one of the tallest towers in South India which was built by the Vijayanagar King, Krishnadevaraya. The temple covers an area of over 40 acres. The temple's inner walls are decorated with an array of 1,008 Siva lingams.The sthala-virutcham is a 3,500 year old mango tree whose branches give four different types of mangoes.
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| The Vaikunta Perumal Temple is built by the Pallava ruler, Nandivarman in the 7th century AD. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and its inner walls are decorated with lion shaped pillars. Inside the temple the presiding deity (Lord Vishnu) is shown in the sitting, standing and reclining postures.
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| Vaikuntaperumal Temple |
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