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The Kapaleeswarar Temple in the Mylapore area of Chennai boasts a history going back around 1,300 years, making it one of the city’s oldest places of worship. In addition to being a historic religious landmark, the Kapaleeswarar Temple serves as an important cultural center and hosts many dance and classical music performances on a regular basis. There are several things to see in the temple and on the surrounding grounds. The area around the temple still maintains its traditional Agraharam architectural style, and there is also a large water tank on the temple complex property with a Gopuram facing it.

Kapaleesvarar Sannadhi St, Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600004, Phone: +91-44-24-64-16-70

Kapaleeswarar Temple
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