Here is a detailed 3-day travel itinerary for visiting Kanchipuram, along with a table of all major places ranked by popularity, average time spent, and entry fees.
Day 1: Temple Heritage & Spiritual Exploration
- Morning: Visit Kamakshi Amman Temple (2 hours)
- Afternoon: Explore Ekambareswarar Temple (2 hours)
- Evening: Visit Kailasanathar Temple (1 hour)
- Dinner: Local vegetarian cuisine at a nearby restaurant
Day 2: Divine Vishnu Temples & Cultural Sites
- Morning: Varadharaja Perumal Temple (2 hours)
- Afternoon: Vaikunta Perumal Temple (1 hour)
- Evening: Ulagalanda Perumal Temple (1 hour)
- Optional: Visit Sakunthala Jagannathan Museum (1 hour, ₹20 entry)
Day 3: Local Experiences & Nature
- Morning: Kumarakottam Murugan Temple (1 hour)
- Afternoon: Vallakottai Murugan Temple (1 hour)
- Late Afternoon: Raja Kuberar Temple (0.5 hour)
- Evening: Silk Weaving Centers (1 hour)
- Optional: Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary (2 hours, ₹10 entry)
Table: Kanchipuram Places by Popularity
| Place | Popularity | Avg Time (Hours) | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kamakshi Amman Temple | 5 | 2 | Free |
| Ekambareswarar Temple | 5 | 2 | Free (Special: ₹50, VIP: ₹200) |
| Varadharaja Perumal Temple | 5 | 2 | Free |
| Kailasanathar Temple | 5 | 1 | Free |
| Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham | 4 | 1 | Free |
| Vaikunta Perumal Temple | 4 | 1 | Free |
| Ulagalanda Perumal Temple | 4 | 1 | Free |
| Ashtabuja Perumal Temple | 3 | 1 | Free |
| Kumarakottam Murugan Temple | 3 | 1 | Free |
| Vallakottai Murugan Temple | 3 | 1 | Free |
| Raja Kuberar Temple | 3 | 0.5 | Free |
| Sakunthala Jagannathan Museum | 2 | 1 | ₹20 |
| Silk Weaving Centers | 2 | 1 | Free |
| Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary | 2 | 2 | ₹10 |
Enjoy your 3-Day trip to Kanchipuram!