Kapaleeswarar Temple (Kapaleeshwara)

Chennai

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Kapaleeswarar Temple (Kapaleeshwara)

Thousands of worshippers flock to this temple – one of Chennai’s oldest – with some parts dating back to the 8th century. Its pride is the outstandingly detailed gopuram, or entrance gate, which is 37 meters high.

Do & See

Chennai is home to a colonial fort and an array of beautiful temples, monuments and churches, water sports and amusement parks, street markets and shopping centers, fine dining and luxury hotels, as well as one of the longest sandy beaches in the world.