The ancient Kapaleshwar temple, situated in Mylapore, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is a popular travel attraction of Chennai. Kapaleeshwar Temple is considered as a fine example of Dravidian style of temple architecture. The gopuram of the temple is intricately carved and is about 37 meters high.The Kapaleeshwar Temple located in Mylapore in Chennai is a fine example of eight-century Pallavan architecture and is the oldest temple in the city. This temple forms a nucleus for the crowded residential area of Mylapore. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the Kapaleeshwar Temple is characteristic of the Dravidian architectural style with its elaborate and intricately carved Gopuram, mandapams and a tank. You can find fragments of inscriptions dating back to 1250 AD.
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