Kanchipuram Railway Station is located in the heart of the ancient city of Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. The station features three platforms and basic amenities like waiting rooms and ticket counters. Visitors can explore the rich history and culture of the city, known for its numerous temples, including the Kailasanathar Temple and the Ekambareswarar Temple.

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{"Description":"One of the five major Shiva temples in South India, renowned for its massive banyan tree.","Name":"Ekambareswarar Temple"}

{"Description":"Famous Vaishnava temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, known for its grand festivals.","Name":"Varadaraja Perumal Temple"}

{"Description":"Ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Parvati, known for its intricate carvings and sculptures.","Name":"Kanchipuram Kamakshi Amman Temple"}

{"Description":"Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, located on the banks of the Vegavathi River.","Name":"Kumarakottam Temple"}

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{"Description":"Popular South Indian vegetarian restaurant known for its dosas and idlis.","Name":"Sangeetha"}

{"Description":"Chain restaurant offering a wide variety of vegetarian dishes and snacks.","Name":"A2B"}

{"Description":"Renowned for its South Indian vegetarian thalis and sweets.","Name":"Saravana Bhavan"}

{"Description":"Vegetarian restaurant specializing in North Indian and South Indian dishes.","Name":"Bhojanam"}

{"Description":"Local eatery serving traditional vegetarian meals at budget-friendly prices.","Name":"Hotel Krishna"}

Station Address

Kanchipuram Railway Station Road, Kanchipuram, Kanchipuram Dist -631502.
State: Tamil Nadu

Elevation: 84 m above sea level

Type: Regular Category: NSG-4
Zone: SR/Southern Division: MGR Chennai

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Chennai Meenambakkam Airport/MAA: 57 km

Number of Platforms: 3
Number of Halting Trains: 8
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Number of Terminating Trains: 0

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Jan 29 2021 (10:39) South Railway to build multi-level parking at Chengalpet station (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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CHENNAI: In a bid to improve commuter patronage, railways will build a multi-level parking at Chengalpet and modify the building of the Kancheepuram station. Around 2.35...
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Dec 16 2020 (17:20) IRCTC Bharat Darshan: दक्षिण भारत के मंदिरों का करना चाहते हैं दर्शन, आइआरसीटीसी लेकर आया सस्‍ता टूर पैकेज (m.jagran.com)

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Jun 17 2020 (19:19) PRS CENTRES IN CHENNAI LOCKDOWN AREAS TO BE CLOSED FROM 19th JUNE TO 30th JUNE (sr.indianrailways.gov.in)

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Jan 07 2020 (10:59) IRCTC to introduce Aastha Circuit Special Train from Saharsa to South India (www.sherekhojraha.com)

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Jul 05 2019 (16:06) INTRODUCTION OF NEW EMU SPECIAL SERVICES (sr.indianrailways.gov.in)

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CJ/Kanchipuram (3 PFs)Local Name: Kanchiकांचीपुरमகாஞ்சிபுரம்Track: Single Electric-Line

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