Are you married? Yet looking for some romance in life? Tamil Nadu’s Kanchipuram (also called Kanjeevaram), the place known for temples and Kanjivaram sarees might just be the ideal vacation destination for you!

Did this leave you confused?

According to data published by popular married dating app Ashley Madison, Kanchipuram has emerged as the non-monogamy hotspot of India!

What is Kanchipuram known for?

Kanchipuram is often called the “City of Thousand Temples” due to its numerous ancient temples, showcasing Dravidian architecture. The Kailasanathar Temple is one of the oldest and most iconic temples in Kanchipuram, built in the 8th century AD. The Ekambareshwarar Temple is a massive temple complex dedicated to Lord Shiva, featuring intricate carvings and sculptures.

Kanchipuram has also earned global fame for its exquisite Kanjivaram silk sarees, known for their intricate designs, vibrant colors, and high quality. Kanchipuram is also known for its traditional handicrafts, including temple jewellery, stone carvings, and wooden artefacts.

Kanchipuram is now the hotspot for cheaters: Dating app data

According to Ashley Madison’s June 2025 data, which reveals a list of 20 districts in India that have seen the most signups for the app, the top of the 20 city list is Tamil Nadu’s Kanchipuram. Data has revealed that the city has more signups and non-monogamy intensity than even metros like Delhi and Mumbai. Central Delhi comes second in the list, followed by Gurugram.

While Kanchipuram featured on the 17th position in the list last year, how it secured the first position within a year, the company did not provide any explanation for the same.

Top 20 Indian cities having most cases of extramarital affairs

As per data revealed by the married dating app, the top 20 places having most cases of extramarital affairs in India include tier-2 cities like Ghaziabad, Jaipur, Raigarh, Kamrup, and Chandigarh. Nine cities from Delhi-NCR find place in the top 20, including 6 districts of Delhi (Central Delhi, South West Delhi, East Delhi, South Delhi, West Delhi, and North West Delhi), apart from the neighbouring cities of Gurgaon, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida).

India and Brazil lead in admitted infidelity

In April, Ashley Madison revealed in a survey via YouGov that India and Brazil have the highest rates of admitted infidelity, with 53 percent of surveyed adults confessing to having ever had an affair.

“This data highlights a striking trend—India is leading the way in redefining modern relationships, with more than half of surveyed adults admitting to infidelity,” Paul Keable, chief strategy officer at Ashley Madison, said in a statement, adding, “India is already ranked sixth among our global markets, and we anticipate it climbing even higher by the end of the year. These numbers suggest the growing acceptance of non-monogamy, and at Ashley Madison, we provide a space for people to explore those connections discreetly.”

Long or Short, get news the way you like. No ads. No redirections. Download Newspin and Stay Alert, The CSR Journal Mobile app, for fast, crisp, clean updates!

App Store – https://apps.apple.com/in/app/newspin/id6746449540

Google Play Store – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.inventifweb.newspin&pcampaignid=web_share