ЁЯСЙThe Kailasanathar Shiva Temple in Kanchipuram (Tamil Nadu, India) is one of the oldest temples in India, & also the oldest remaining structure in Kanchipuram.
ЁЯСЙIt was built by Narasimha varman II (695-722 CE), also known as Rajasimha Pallava of Pallava dynasty. Kanchipuram was their capital city.
ЁЯСЙHe is also credited with building other temples such as Shore Temple, Isvara temple & Mukunda temple in Mahabalipuram, ancient port city of Pallavas.
ЁЯСЙKailasanathar Temple is famous for its carving & sculptures depicting Puranic legends. The Temple later became a model for other temple structures in southern India.
ЁЯСЙCurrently it is under the management of Archeological Survey of India (ASI), though regular prayers & worship is conducted inside the temple.
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