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How to get there
A 1 hour drive from Madras
When to go
Year round
Minimum stay
One day
When arriving in Kanchipuram, you have to remember that it's one of the seven sacred cities of India. No alcohol nor cigarettes in public, and remember to always have your shoulders and legs covered.
Its ancient temples dating from the 7th and 8th centuries are absolutely gorgeous and incredibly well preserved. Don't miss the jewel of Dravidian architecture, the temple of Kailashnatha.
If you want to buy a sari while on your trip to India, you've found the right place! Kanchipuram's silk is known all around the country, and you'll find it here at any price, in any color, and for any taste.