From Distance Driving Time
Chennai 75 km. 2 hr. 0 min. Getting There

Destination Description
For a big dose of spirituality and Indian culture, be sure to visit Kanchipuram. Adding to its charms are the possibilities for plentiful shopping for this temple town is a major silk production centre. Sarees from this town are called Kanjeevaram silks and are from silk worms bred purely on mulberry leaves. These sarees are an integral part of every brides trousseau their shimmering rainbow colours and heavy gold borders lending grandeur to the brides possessions.

Best Time To Visit
Once you have had your fill gazing at these magnificent examples of Indian craftsmanship and artistry, switch your focus to the smooth and shiny silks of Kanchipuram. Visit a silk weaving center such as the Handloom Weavers' Service Centre on Railway Station Road. Or walk down the dusty lanes and narrow gullies where more than 5000 families are involved in this ancient craft. Your memories of Kanchipuram are bound to be woven in silk!

Accommodation Option
Clean, moderately priced and budget options are aplenty.

Activities
Once you have had your fill gazing at these magnificent examples of Indian craftsmanship and artistry, switch your focus to the smooth and shiny silks of Kanchipuram. Visit a silk weaving center such as the Handloom Weavers' Service Centre on Railway Station Road. Or walk down the dusty lanes and narrow gullies where more than 5000 families are involved in this ancient craft. Your memories of Kanchipuram are bound to be woven in silk!

Places Nearby
Pune, 56 km away is an interesting city with a rich cultural heritage and some great shopping.