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Kailasanathar Temple Kanchi
Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
8th Century CE
Oldest structural temple in Kanchipuram built by Rajasimha Pallava. Features sandstone construction and stunning bas-reliefs.
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Details
- Dynasty
- Pallava
- Style
- Dravidian / Pallava
- Primary Deity
- Shiva
- Languages
- Tamil, Sanskrit
- Scripts
- Tamil, Grantha
Historical Significance
Oldest structure in Kanchipuram. Pallava architectural masterpiece. Circumambulatory passage
Architectural Features
Sandstone constructionCircumambulatory passageSomaskanda panels