Ekambareswar Temple 

Ekambaranathar Thirukoil

    his temple is considered as one of the oldest and largest temple in the kanchipuram district .dedicated to hindu god shiva,it has many legends associated with it.was built by pallava kings in 6 centuary A.D and later rebuilt by the kings ofchola and vijayanagar dynasties.Ekambareswarar Temple : It is one of the Panchabootha Sthalam [five elements of Nature] representing Prithivi [Earth]. Ekam = one, Amaram= Mango tree meaning Single Mango Tree . The Single Mango Tree in the outer court is revered as most sacred and it is believed, if worshipped by childless couple, will be blessed with a child.Hence Lord Shiva is called as Ekambareswarar.