Ekambareshwarar Temple, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, is a standing testimony to the spiritual, architectural, cultural and artistic prowess of ancient times.
Being one of the Pancha Bhuta temples representing the element Earth, it was built by Pallavas in 6th century CE, and extensively expanded and developed by Cholas (10th to 12th century CE) and Vijayanagara kings (15th / 16th century CE).
The striking Raja gopuram (59-meter tall), 1000-pillar mandapam and a host of other mandapams were added during Sri Krishnadevaraya’s time (1509 CE).
Temple is replete with stunning stone architecture, intricate carvings, sculpturing and ornamentation all around. The Sthala Vruksha, a 3,500-year-old mango tree, is another attraction inside.
A magnificent, staggering Temple with imposing structure!
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/YLjexzFjSXrp4pjb8
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