Known as the City of Thousand Temples, Kanchipuram is known for its temple architectures, 1000-pillared halls, huge temple towers and silk saris. Kanchipuram serves as one of the most important inland tourist destinations in India.

The Kanchi Kamakshi Temple, located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, is a significant Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi, a form of the divine mother Parvati. This ancient temple holds a prominent place in the history and culture of South India.

The temple is revered as one of the Shakti Peethas, sacred sites dedicated to the divine feminine energy. According to Hindu mythology, Shakti Peethas are places where parts of the goddess Sati’s body fell to earth. The Kanchi Kamakshi Temple is believed to mark the location where the goddess’s left breast fell, symbolizing nurturing and sustenance.