Скачать или смотреть Kanchipuram Kailasanathar | காஞ்சி கைலாசநாதர் கோவில்| மாவீரனே வியந்த கோவில் | The first stone temple

Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple is an important religious site is located on the banks of the Vedavathi River, at the western limits, facing the east side in the Kanchipuram city of Tamil Nadu. The temple holds great significance and value for the Hindu devotees and is visited by a large number of tourists all year round, but the number of visitors increases drastically at the time of the Mahashivratri.

The Kanchi Kailasanathar temple is embellished with beautiful paintings and fantastic sculptures. The Temple is the most ancient temple from amongst all the temples that are located in Tamil Nadu and was built during 685 A.D. and 705 A.D. The construction of this grand structure was started by the Pallava ruler Rajasimha, whereas his son Mahendra Varma Pallava completed it.

The architecture of the temple is an excellent example of the Dravidian style of construction, and the temple is carved out of sandstone. The architectural beauty of this temple is remarkably different from that of all the other temples in Tamil Nadu. A striking feature is the sixteen-sided Shiva lingam that is made up of black granite at the main shrine.


Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple Timings:
The temple is open on all days from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and then from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The Aarti takes place twice each day, once during the morning hours, and later in the evening.

Festivals and Celebrations at Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple :
The most popular festival celebrated here is the Maha Shivratri, which is celebrated in a rather grand manner every year on the thirteenth night and fourteenth day of the Magha month of the Hindu calendar.

Best Time To Visit Kailasanathar Temple:
The best time to visit the Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple is 9.00am - 11.00am and 3.00pm-5.00pm

Photography:
if you love the photography this temple is very suit for photography also.

How To Reach Kailasanathar Temple
The temple is just 2.4 kilometers away from the bus station, and 2.5 kilometers away from the railway station. In case you are staying anywhere near these two places, you can hire a cab or an auto to reach your destination.
Location:
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Parking:
Parking facilities are available with minimum charges.