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- Cool/dry season generally preferred; site-specific monsoon rules apply
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- Early morning/evening
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Historical PlaceFamousHeritage / Temple
Ekambareswarar Temple
Large temple complex and towering gopuram.
Photo: Ssriram mt · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
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01 — The story
The story
A towering gateway leads into one of Tamil Nadu's great sacred landscapes.
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02 — About
About Ekambareswarar Temple
Coming soon
We’re still writing about Ekambareswarar Temple: its history, what’s there and why it’s worth the trip.
03 — Plan your visit
Plan your visit
Time and effort
- Trek duration
- Easy; 1–2 hr
Tickets and permits
- Entry fee
- Darshan generally free; special services vary
- Parking
- Town/paid parking
- Permits
- Temple dress and photo rules apply
On the ground
- Local food
- Kailasanathar Temple
Stay safe
Festival crowds can be intense.
Where it is
Kancheepuram, Tamil Nadu
12.85° N 79.70° E
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