About
The Kamakshi Amman Temple stands in Kanchipuram, a town in Tamil Nadu, India, and is one of the city's principal places of pilgrimage. It is dedicated to the goddess Kamakshi, and the temple is counted among the 51 Shakti Peethas, the sacred sites associated with the goddess in Hindu tradition.
The temple is also known simply as the Kamakshi Temple. Its roots reach back to the Pallava period, and the site carries the weight of that long history, which is part of what draws visitors who come to see it as well as those who come to worship.
What a visit offers
- A working place of worship, so visitors come with the devotion of pilgrims around them.
- A chance to see an ancient temple within the wider sacred landscape of Kanchipuram.
- An easy base for exploring the town's other temples, which are part of the same religious heritage.
Planning your trip
The temple is at Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu 631502, India. For questions before you travel, the temple can be reached by telephone at +91-44-2722-2103. Visitors are advised to check arrangements with the temple directly before going, and to dress modestly and respectfully, as is customary at an active shrine.
Kanchipuram is best approached as a place to slow down. The temple gives a visit its focus, and the town around it offers the rest of the day.
