Ekambareswarar Temple
ஏகாம்பரநாதர் கோயில்
The largest Shiva temple in Kanchipuram, with a south gateway tower about 59 m tall. The grounds hold a mango tree said to be 3,500 years old.
The temple is one of the Shaiva Pancha Bhoota Sthalam, the five elemental shrines, and represents earth. It covers about 9.3 hectares. Its south gateway tower rises about 59 m, one of the tallest in South India. The Thousand-Pillar Hall inside is covered with carved figures. A legendary ancient mango tree, said to be 3,500 years old (the present tree is a descendant of the original), has four branches that bear fruit of four different flavors. Entry is free and shoes must be removed. Cameras may require an extra fee.
Opening hours
About 06:00–12:30, 16:00–20:30
Nearby sights
- Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham
- Kumarakottam Temple
- Pandava Thoothar Perumal Temple
- Kamakshi Amman Temple
- Kanchi Kudil
- Kachapeswarar Temple
- Ulagalantha Perumal Temple
- Chitragupta Temple