Route de la soie à Kanchipuram: Une excursion culturelle et spirituelle
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Le plus ancien temple de Kanchipuram est le plus impressionnant, non pas pour sa taille, mais pour son poids de présence historique et la complexité de ses pierres. Kailasanatha est aussi calme que les autres temples de la ville et a été lourdement restauré. Dédié à Shiva, il a été construit au 8ème siècle par le roi des Pallava Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimha), qui a également créé le temple de la côte de Mamallapuram.
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Le plus ancien temple de Kanchipuram est le plus impressionnant, non pas pour sa taille, mais pour son poids de présence historique et la complexité de ses pierres. Kailasanatha est aussi calme que les autres temples de la ville et a été lourdement restauré. Dédié à Shiva, il a été construit au 8ème siècle par le roi des Pallava Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimha), qui a également créé le temple de la côte de Mamallapuram.
Parmi les cinq temples Shiva de l'Inde du Sud associés aux cinq éléments, cette zone de 12 hectares est le sanctuaire de la terre. Vous entrez sous le gopuram sud, non peint, d'une hauteur de 59 m, dont les sculptures animées ont été ciselées en 1509 sous l'autorité de Vijayanagar. À l'intérieur, une salle à colonnes mène à gauche dans l'enceinte centrale, à laquelle Nandi fait face de droite. Le sanctuaire intérieur (réservé aux hindous) contient un lingam en terre et une chambre en miroir dont l’image centrale de Shiva se reflète dans une répétition sans fin.
Kanchipuram, à 80 km au sud-ouest de Chennai, était la capitale de la dynastie Pallava du VIe au VIIIe siècle, lorsque les Pallavas ont créé les grands monuments de pierre de Mamallapuram. Aujourd'hui une ville indienne moderne typiquement trépidante, elle est célèbre pour ses nombreux temples importants et dynamiques (et leurs festivals colorés), certains datant de l'époque de Pallava, Chola ou Vijayanagar. Il est également réputé pour ses saris en soie de grande qualité, tissés à la main par des milliers de familles de la ville et des villages voisins. Les magasins de soie et de sari sont installés le long de Gandhi Rd, au sud-est du centre, bien que leurs produits ne soient généralement pas meilleur marché que dans les magasins de soie de Chennai.
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- Transports en commun disponibles à proximité
- Déconseillé aux voyageurs avec des problèmes à la colonne vertébrale
- Déconseillé aux femmes enceintes
- Déconseillé aux voyageurs avec des problèmes cardiovasculaires
- Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
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We had a fantastic tour of Kanchipuram starting from Chennai. Tour guide Rajesh did great job explaining the Temple history and mythology. Visited Kanchi Kamakshi temple and Varadaraja Parimal/Lakshmi Narasimha temple ( massive construction with several deities ). Had private pujas n were very satisfied. The other two temples including Kailasanatar and Ekambaranathar temples are beautiful and auspicious as well. Had a great day. After decent lunch visited Silk weavers co-op and were very impressed that their Art of weaving continues on within families. We had purchased Fantastic silk saris with the wholesaler store, very much enjoyed. Worth doing the day tour for those interested in Art/ Archeology and history as well. Heading to Mahablipuram.
Hi We are happy that you enjoyed your Kanchipuram tour. It was our pleasure to hosting you. We are doing Multi-day tours in North and South India.We are waiting to do more tours with you and it definitely gives you a Wonderful experience. Cheers, The Wonder tours
A nice private tour day trip visiting 4 temples, guide explained along the way. Visited kanchi sari where they hand weave silk sari. They do try to sell you some at the end but easy to say no. Nice morning tea stop and lunch stop. Guide Rajesh was knowledgeable and friendly and helpful. Accommodating to limited mobility. Great driver. Good pre-trip planning communications.
Hi We are happy that you enjoyed your Kanchipuram tour. It was our pleasure to hosting you. We are doing Multi-day tours in North and South India.We are waiting to do more tours with you and it definitely gives you a Wonderful experience. Cheers, The Wonder tours
We highly recommend this tour for anyone who wanted to see the historic temples.First temple we saw having biggest entrance tower.Also visited silk weaving place and heritage temples.
Hi We are happy that you enjoyed your Kanchipuram tour. It was our pleasure to hosting you. We are doing Multi-day tours in North and South India.We are waiting to do more tours with you and it definitely gives you a Wonderful experience. Cheers, The Wonder tours
Rajesh was our guide done the fantastic job.We already took British architecture tour with same company.Both tours are awesome.
Hi We are happy that you enjoyed your Kanchipuram tour. It was our pleasure to hosting you. We are doing Multi-day tours in North and South India.We are waiting to do more tours with you and it definitely gives you a Wonderful experience. Cheers, The Wonder tours
Our guide rajesh done a great job! The tour was well-organiszed and and every detail was planned,making the day both enriching and relaxing.It was fantastic experience from tour start to finish.
Hi We are happy that you enjoyed your Kanchipuram tour . It was our pleasure to hosting you. We are doing Multi-day tours in North and South India.We are waiting to do more tours with you and it definitely gives you a Wonderful experience. Cheers, The Wonder tours team
We visited 4 temples and old Indian house name Kanchi Kudil.The city had lot of marvelous temples.Later lunch at local restaurant with our guide was fantastic.
Hi We are happy that you enjoyed your Kanchipuram tour . It was our pleasure to hosting you. We are doing Multi-day tours in North and South India.We are waiting to do more tours with you and it definitely gives you a Wonderful experience. Cheers, The Wonder tours team
Day trip to Kanchipuram was fabulous.Our Vijay guide made the tour interesting.We went 4 temples and silk weaving places.
Hi We are happy that you enjoyed your Kanchipuram tour . It was our pleasure to hosting you. We are doing Multi-day tours in North and South India.We are waiting to do more tours with you and it definitely gives you a Wonderful experience. Cheers, The Wonder tours team
The tour guide did a fantastic job, very detail friendly and professional. He has comprehensive knowledge.
Hi We are happy that you enjoyed your Kanchipuram tour . It was our pleasure to hosting you. We are doing Multi-day tours in North and South India.We are waiting to do more tours with you and it definitely gives you a Wonderful experience. Cheers, The Wonder tours team
Kanchipuram is the place we can see lots of temples and cultural places.After temples we visited to silk weaving place which was amazing.
Hi We are happy that you enjoyed your Kanchipuram tour . It was our pleasure to hosting you. We are doing Multi-day tours in North and South India.We are waiting to do more tours with you and it definitely gives you a Wonderful experience. Cheers, The Wonder tours team
We visited the city with lot of temples and history.Rajesh explained well about the temple and the culture.
Hi We are happy that you enjoyed your Kanchipuram tour . It was our pleasure to hosting you. We are doing Multi-day tours in North and South India.We are waiting to do more tours with you and it definitely gives you a Wonderful experience. Cheers, The Wonder tours team
