Sri Pachai Vanna Perumal Temple is in the middle of Kanchipuram town. This temple is said to be a part of Sri Pavala Vanna Perumal temple which is nearby.
The temple is ancient one and was built during Pallava period in the 7-8th century AD.
According to legends, the Lord Vishnu here was worshipped by Sri Mareesi Maharishi. The Thayaar Sannidhi (Mahalakshmi sanctum) in this temple has a Sri Chakra Peedam