Kailasanathar Temple
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Kailasanathar Temple Kailasanathar temple is one of the oldest temples in Tamil nadu and this Kanchipuram temple is said to be constructed by the Pallava king Rajasimha in the early eighth century. Kailashanathar temple Kanchipuram represents the Dravidian style of architecture. The architecture of Kailashanathar temple resembles another great Pallava monument Shore temple of Mahabalipuram which is also said to be constructed by the same Pallava king Rajasimha. Kailasanathar temple, Kanchipuram is dedicated to Lord Shiva. But one could find various other idols like Ganesha, Parvathi and so many others adorning the walls of this great Pallava monument.King Rajaraja Chola'''s visit to Kailashanathar temple inspired him to build the big temple at Thanjavur. http://www.holybharathpilgrimage.com
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This is one of the oldest temples in Tamil nadu and is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
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Kailasanathar Temple
Kailasanathar temple is one of the oldest temples in Tamil nadu and this Kanchipuram temple is said to be
constructed by the Pallava king Rajasimha in the early eighth century. Kailashanathar temple Kanchipuram represents the Dravidian style of architecture. The
architecture of Kailashanathar temple resembles another great Pallava monument Shore temple of Mahabalipuram which is also said to be constructed by the same Pallava king Rajasimha. Kailasanathar temple, Kanchipuram is
dedicated to Lord Shiva. But one could find various other idols like Ganesha, Parvathi and so many others adorning
the walls of this great Pallava monument.King Rajaraja Chola'''s visit to Kailashanathar temple inspired him to build
the big temple at Thanjavur.
http://www.holybharathpilgrimage.com
General Information
• Kailasanathar Temple Kancheepuram Tamil Nadu India an eighth century Pallava monument constructed by Pallava king Rajasimha and his son Mahendra Varman. The Kailasanathar temple's unique feature is the 58 "devakulikas" (sub-shrines) that are situated around this Kanchipuram temple.
http://www.holybharathpilgrimage.com
Travel Guide• Kailasanathar temple is situated outside the outskirts of modern day Kanchipuram,Tamil nadu, India and one
could hire an auto-rickshaw or a cycle rickshaw. Auto-rickshaw drivers may ask INR 30 - 40 from the city bus stand.
By Air:-
The nearest airport is in Chennai, Capital of Tamilnadu 71 km north-east of Kanchipuram.
By Rail:-
Kancheepuram railway station is on the Chennai Egmore – Chengalpattu - Arakkonam section of the Southern Railways. Chennai Central Railway Station connects Tamilnadu with other parts of India. There are many trains connecting Chennai with almost all parts of India.
Chennai Egmore Railway Station connects Chennai with other parts of Tamilnadu. Train journey from Chennai Egmore is the ideal way to reach Kancheepuram and other many destinations within Tamilnadu which are famous for its temple architecture.
By Road:-
Well connected by roads, the temple is situated at a distance of 80 Kms from Chennai on NH45. Travelling time by car is about one and half hours only. There are frequent (every 20 minutes)state run buses to Kancheepuram form Chennai Koyambedu Moffussil Bus Terminus (CMBT)and the travel times is about two and half hours only.
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