General
Kanchipuram Silk & Temple Tour is a day trip from Chennai to meet the legendary Kanchipuram Silk Saree weavers. On offer is a unique experience of the fine art of making Silk Sarees. We also visit 2 ancient temples to appreciate the magnificent Pallava style architecture. This is an all-inclusive trip where we take care of transport, lunch, activities and the services of a full-time tour guide.
Kanchipuram Silk & Temple Tour Itinerary
730 AM
Our tour guide will meet you at your hotel and pick you up. We head towards Kanchipuram, located 75 KM away.
Silk Weaving Experience
Kanchipuram is renowned for its magnificent Silk Sarees. Silk Sarees are a cultural icon in South India. Ranging in length from 6-9 yards, these Sarees are worn by women during auspicious occasions like a wedding or a birthday. There are more than 5000 families who are into the business of silk weaving. The Sarees are weaved from pure mulberry silk thread. We will visit one such Weaver and it will be a memorable experience.
Pallava Temple Architecture Experience
Kanchipuram was the capital of the medieval South Indian Kingdom of Pallavas. The Pallavas were instrumental in the transition from rock-cut architecture to stone temples. We visit Ekambareswarar and Kailasanathar temple of Pallava dynasty to appreciate these architectural wonders built in 600 AD.
4PM
The journey back to Chennai would take around 2-2.5 hrs. The tour ends after we drop you back to Chennai.
Kanchipuram Silk & Temple Tour includes
- Pick up and drop to hotel in Chennai
- Private Car
- Cultural evangelist/guide
- Lunch
Next Steps
Call +919845677446
Email contact@5sensestours.com
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