This is a Vishnu temple but Vishnu is worshipped as Devarajaswamy here.The temple was built by Vijayanagar kings and the best attraction of the temple is a 100-pillared hall. The temple is well credited for its architecture.

Kamakshi Amman Temple

The Kamakshi Amman Temple is dedicated to Parvati in her incarnation as Kamakshi. This temple may be regarded as another architectural delight of Kanchipuram.

Kailasanathar Temple

The architecture of Kailasanathar Temple is almost akin to the Shore Temple of Mahabalipuram. The temple has a very attractive panel that depicts Lord Shiva and Parvati in a dance sequence.

Excursion delights

Tiruttani

Tiruttani is regarded as one of the six abodes of Lord Subramanya. The temple is located on a hilltop and 365 steps symbolising the 365 days of the year have to be climbed to reach the temple. According to ancient scriptures, the Lord had married Valli, one of his consorts at the place. The Karthigai festival held in the month of December is celebrated here in a big way.

Sriperumbudur

Sriperumbudur is the birthplace of Saint Ramanujar, the propounder of Vishishtadvaita philosophy. As such, the place becomes an important pilgrimage centre of Vaishnavites.

Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary

Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary has come up naturally around a village tank and is surrounded by many trees. Many different species of migratory birds like the sandpiper, spoonbill, swan and gray wagtail come to this place. Most of the birds can be spotted during the October-February period. A number of fairs and festivals are held in Kanchipuram all round the year.

Some of the prominent festivals held here include the Brahmothsavam, Garudothsavam, and rath festivals. The mysticism in Kanchi air can always be felt as devotees continuously sing paeans in the many temples dotting the landscape of Kanchipuram.

Baga River