Embark on a day tour from Chennai to Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram. After the breakfast, drive to the Silk city named "Kanchipuram", an ancient capital of the Pallava dynasty ruled between 7th and 8th centuries. Visit Ekambareswarar Temple, one of the five major Shiva temples of Pancha Bootha Sthalams (each representing a natural element) representing the element – Earth.  Reaching a height of 57 metres, the temple’s Raja Gopuram (the entrance tower to the temple) is one of the tallest in south India and was built by the Vijayanagar king Krishnadevaraya. One notable feature of the temple is the Aayiram Kaal Mandapam, or the “hallway with a thousand pillars” which was built by the Vijayanagar kings. The temple’s inner walls are decorated with an array of 1008 Siva lingams. Next visit Kamakshi Amman Temple, a 12th century temple in the heart of the town which is an important Sakthi Sthal. The temple also has a golden Gopuram on the Sanctorum of Goddess Kamakshi deity which is visible to all devotees. After the lunch, proceed to Mahabalipuram, an ancient seaport city of Pallavas.

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