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The Kailasanathar Temple is one of the prime attractions within the Land of Thousand Temples, Kanchipuram, located in the state of Tamil Nadu. It was built for Lord Shiva who is known as Kailasanathar in the temple, during the Pallava dynasty which ruled over this region. The temple, with its intricate designing was constructed with sandstone during the period of 680 AD to 705 AD, under the Pallava ruler Rajasimhar. Consisting of about 60 shrines, the temple attracts tourists from all over the country and also foreigner visitors in large numbers. The prime attraction of this temple is its innermost pathway which circles the idol of Kailasanathar, and signifies the entrance of a person and his exit from Paradise. With an amazingly serene environment, and an ancient Dravidan architectural style, this temple is one of the epitomes of divinity which has got to be visited at least once in your lifetime.

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