Introducing Kanchipuram
Famous throughout India for its silk saris, the temple town of Kanchipuram (Kanchi) is also a treasure-trove of Hindu temples and art from the Pallava, Chola and Pandyan dynasties. Many travellers make a day trip here from Chennai or Mamallapuram, which isn’t a bad idea as its attraction for pilgrims and tourists has led to a culture of harassment at some temples and silk shops.
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Mahabalipuram
by uselessbaba 04 September 2011
You could fill another day with a trip to the temple town of Kanchipuram, but that really is about it. Edited by: uselessbaba
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RE: Rough Sketch of South India Itinerary
by tinoo 03 August 2011
Hi Do you mean your budget will be 5000 less 2700 = $ 2300 I should be fine staying at budget to mid range hotels, using air-conditio…
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RE: 8 weeks india
by trvllvr 21 June 2011
January is a good time to visit the South/West (Mumbai as starting point), as the temperatures would be moderate. Places like Pondicherry,…
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