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CJ/Kanchipuram (3 PFs)
Local Name: Kanchi
कांचीपुरम
காஞ்சிபுரம்

Track: Single Electric-Line

Updated: Nov 21 2023 (09:28)
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.

Tourism

{"Description":"Ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its intricate rock-cut architecture.","Name":"Kailasanathar Temple"}
{"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"}

Food

{"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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Top 10 Export Districts of India

Table 1 - All commodities
🔸4/10 from Gujarat

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Jun 14 2023 (18:41)   CJ/Kanchipuram (3 PFs) | AJNI/WAG-9H/31105
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This evening I had captured AJNI WAG - 9H 31105 with goods rake at PF-3 of Kanchipuram. The Asst Loco Pilot told me that it was proceeding towards Dindigul.

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Jun 08 2023 (00:05)   CJ/Kanchipuram (3 PFs) | TKD/WAG-9HC/32169
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This evening I had captured TKD WAG - 9 HC 32169 that had come with goods rake at PF 3. WCR stencilling is present on the loco. Perhaps one of my last railfanning sessions in Kanchipuram, after which I shall permanently relocate to Hyderabad by this month end.

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