About Ekambareswarar Temple, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
The Ekambareswarar Temple in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, is one of the largest and most important Shiva temples in South India. Shiva is worshipped here as the Prithvi Lingam, the lingam of earth, and the temple is one of the five Pancha Bhoota Sthalams.
The temple is known for its tall gopuram, its hall of many pillars and an ancient mango tree in the courtyard.
Story of Ekambareswarar Temple
The temple has been built and extended by the Pallavas, the Cholas and the Vijayanagara rulers. Its southern gateway is among the tallest in Tamil Nadu, and the Hall of a Thousand Pillars is a notable feature.
The ancient mango tree in the courtyard is said by devotees to be thousands of years old and to bear four kinds of fruit on its four branches.
What Makes Ekambareswarar Temple Sacred for Devotees
The Prithvi Lingam
The lingam is made of earth, representing the element of earth among the five elements. The rites follow the temple's own customs for this lingam.
The Legend of Kamakshi
According to tradition, Goddess Parvati worshipped Shiva here under the mango tree, shaping the lingam from sand.
Annual Festivals & Rituals at Ekambareswarar Temple, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
Panguni Uthiram Celebrations at the Temple
The festival of the divine wedding of Shiva and Parvati, in the Tamil month of Panguni.
Maha Shivaratri Celebrations at the Temple
Night-long worship with special rituals.
Brahmotsavam Celebrations at the Temple
A multi-day festival with processions.
Sacred Places to Visit Near Ekambareswarar Temple
Kamakshi Amman Temple : The famous Shakti temple of Kanchipuram.
Varadharaja Perumal Temple : A major Vishnu temple in the city.
Kailasanathar Temple : A Pallava temple of the eighth century.
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Ekambareswarar Temple, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India
How to Reach the Temple
By Air: Chennai International Airport is about 70 km away.
By Rail: Kanchipuram railway station is in the town, and Chengalpattu is a nearby junction.
By Road: Kanchipuram is connected by road to Chennai and Bengaluru.