{"id":4461,"date":"2023-02-22T11:21:13","date_gmt":"2023-02-22T05:51:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/?p=4461"},"modified":"2023-02-22T11:25:42","modified_gmt":"2023-02-22T05:55:42","slug":"famous-temples-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Famous Temples in India"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Called &#8216;Mandira&#8217; in Sanskrit, the temple reflects the history and cultural glory of the place. Part of the world&#8217;s oldest civilization, India is a country with a rich history and countless beliefs, traditions, and religious legends. India boasts the country&#8217;s rich cultural and religious history as it is the birthplace of Hindu, Jain, Buddhist, and Sikh traditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India is a secular country, but Hinduism is the predominant religion in the country. The presence of sacred Hindu temples is, therefore, very high in India as well, with rulers of many dynasties building them over hundreds of years and leaving their presence in the lives of the citizens of the country. The religion has been practiced in Hinduism since the time of the Indus civilization and spread long before the establishment of other major faiths such as Islam, Christianity, and Buddhism. India has experienced multiple rulers, monarchies, and rulers long before the rise of any other religion worldwide.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India is where people of different religions live in harmony and brotherhood. Unlike other religions, Hinduism has no founder and is a fusion of religions. Various ancient manuscripts and scholars describe Hinduism as a traditional way of life, a religion that does not have a trace of its beginning and end.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The heavenly residence of the Almighty on earth is called &#8220;Mandir&#8221; by Hindus. There are majestic temples in almost every corner of the country. Each temple has its history and legend. In ancient times, Indian rulers encouraged artists and sculptors to create outstanding masterpieces in the form of temples under their control. We introduce you to some of the country&#8217;s most popular and magnificent temples.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#About_famous_Temples_of_India\" >About famous Temples of India\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#1_Badrinath_Temple_Uttarakhand\" >1. Badrinath Temple, Uttarakhand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Facts_about_Badrinath_Temple\" >Facts about Badrinath Temple<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Badrinath_Temple\" >How to get to Badrinath Temple:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#2_Kedarnath_Temple_Uttarakhand\" >2. Kedarnath Temple, Uttarakhand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Facts_about_Kedarnath_Temple\" >Facts about Kedarnath Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Kedarnath_Temple\" >How to get to Kedarnath Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#3_Ramanathswamy_or_Rameshwaram_Temple_Tamil_Nadu\" >3. Ramanathswamy or Rameshwaram Temple, Tamil Nadu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Facts_about_Rameshwaram_Temple\" >Facts about Rameshwaram Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Rameshwaram_Temple\" >How to get to Rameshwaram Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#4_Vaishno_Devi_Temple_Jammu_and_Kashmir\" >4. Vaishno Devi Temple, Jammu, and Kashmir<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Facts_about_Vaishno_Devi_Temple\" >Facts about Vaishno Devi Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Vaishno_Devi_Temple\" >How to get to Vaishno Devi Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#5_Brihadeeswara_Temple_Tamil_Nadu\" >5. Brihadeeswara Temple, Tamil Nadu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Facts_about_Brihadeeswara_Temple\" >Facts about Brihadeeswara Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Brihadeeswara_Temple\" >How to get to Brihadeeswara Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#6_Somnath_Temple_Gujarat\" >6. Somnath Temple, Gujarat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Facts_about_Somnath_Temple\" >Facts about Somnath Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Somnath_Temple\" >How to get to Somnath Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#7_Golden_Temple_Punjab\" >7. Golden Temple, Punjab<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Facts_about_Golden_Temple\" >Facts about Golden Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Golden_Temple\" >How to get to Golden Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#8_Meenakshi_Temple_Tamil_Nadu\" >8. Meenakshi Temple, Tamil Nadu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Facts_about_Meenakshi_Temple\" >Facts about Meenakshi Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Meenakshi_Temple\" >How to get to Meenakshi Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#9_Amarnath_Cave_Temple_Jammu_and_Kashmir\" >9. Amarnath Cave Temple, Jammu, and Kashmir<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#_Facts_about_Amarnath_cave_temple\" >\u00a0Facts about Amarnath cave temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Amarnath_Cave_Temple\" >How to get to Amarnath Cave Temple:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#10_Kashi_Vishwanath_Temple_Uttar_Pradesh\" >10. Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Uttar Pradesh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#_Facts_about_Kashi_Vishwanath_temple\" >\u00a0Facts about Kashi Vishwanath temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Kashi_Vishwanath_Temple\" >How to get to Kashi Vishwanath Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#11_Akshardham_Temple_Delhi\" >11. Akshardham Temple, Delhi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Facts_about_Akshardham_Temple\" >Facts about Akshardham Temple:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Swaminarayan_Akshardham_Temple\" >How to get to Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#12_Shri_Padmanabhaswamy_Temple_Kerala\" >12. Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Kerala<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Facts_about_Shri_Padmanabhaswamy_Temple\" >Facts about Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Shri_Padmanabhaswamy_Temple\" >How to get to Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#12_Siddhivinayak_Temple_Maharashtra\" >12. Siddhivinayak Temple, Maharashtra<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Facts_about_Siddhivinayak_temple\" >Facts about Siddhivinayak temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Siddhivinayak_Temple\" >How to get to Siddhivinayak Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#13_Gangotri_Temple_Uttarakhand\" >13. Gangotri Temple, Uttarakhand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Facts_about_Gangotri_Temple\" >Facts about Gangotri Temple:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Gangotri_Temple\" >How to get to Gangotri Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#14_Yamunotri_Temple_Uttarakhand\" >14. Yamunotri Temple, Uttarakhand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Facts_about_Yamnotri_Temple\" >Facts about Yamnotri Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#How_to_get_to_Yamunotri_Temple\" >How to get to Yamunotri Temple:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/famous-temples-in-india\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_famous_Temples_of_India\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About famous Temples of India\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"wptb-container-legacy\" data-table-id=\"4464\">\n    <table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-4464 edit-active\" data-wptb-adaptive-table=\"0\" data-wptb-cells-width-auto-count=\"2\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"263.33333\" style=\"border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\" data-table-columns=\"2\" data-reconstraction=\"1\" data-wptb-horizontal-scroll-status=\"false\" data-wptb-extra-styles=\"LyogRW50ZXIgeW91ciBjdXN0b20gQ1NTIHJ1bGVzIGhlcmUgKi8=\" role=\"table\"><tbody><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"0\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-1\"><div><p>Name of Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"0\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-2\"><div><p>State\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"1\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-3\"><div><p>Badrinath Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"1\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-4\"><div><p>Uttarakhand\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"2\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-5\"><div><p>Kedarnath Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"2\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-6\"><div><p>Uttarakhand\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"3\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-7\"><div><p>Ramanathaswamy Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"3\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-8\"><div><p>Tamil Nadu\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"4\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-9\"><div><p>Vaishno Devi Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"4\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-10\"><div><p>Jammu &amp; Kashmir\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"5\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-11\"><div><p>Brihadeeswara Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"5\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-12\"><div><p>Tamil Nadu\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"6\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-13\"><div><p>Somnath Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"6\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-14\"><div><p>Gujarat\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"7\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-15\"><div><p>Golden Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"7\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-16\"><div><p>Punjab\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"8\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-17\"><div><p>Meenakshi Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"8\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-18\"><div><p>Tamil Nadu\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"9\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-19\"><div><p>Amarnath Cave Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"9\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-20\"><div><p>Jammu &amp; Kashmir\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"10\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-21\"><div><p>Kashi Vishwanath Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"10\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-22\"><div><p>Uttar Pradesh\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"11\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-23\"><div><p>Akshardham Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"11\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-24\"><div><p>Delhi\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"12\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-25\"><div><p>Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"12\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-26\"><div><p>Kerala\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"13\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-27\"><div><p>Siddhivinayak Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"13\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-28\"><div><p>Maharashtra\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"14\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-29\"><div><p>Gangotri Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"14\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-30\"><div><p>Uttarakhand\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"15\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-31\"><div><p>Yamunotri Temple<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"15\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-32\"><div><p>Uttarakhand<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Badrinath_Temple_Uttarakhand\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Badrinath Temple, Uttarakhand<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Badrinath Temple is highly sacred among Hindus and is considered one of the 108 temples in the world created by Lord Vishnu. Lord Badrinath Temple is near the Alaknanda River in Chamoli District, Uttarakhand. The holy shrine of Lord Vishnu is one of the Char Dhams and one of the four Chota Char Dham. Lord Vishnu&#8217;s ancient mansion is only accessible from April until November. The two most famous festivals associated with temples are &#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Matamurthikamera:<\/strong> A celebration to worship Lord Badrinath&#8217;s mother in September.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Badri-Kedar Festival:<\/strong> A festival that takes place for eight days in June at the Badrinath and Kedarnath. It depicts the local traditions of Uttarakhand.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facts_about_Badrinath_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts about Badrinath Temple<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is on the Garhwal hills on the banks of the Alaknanda River.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The temple is at an altitude of 3,133 meters, or 10,279 feet above mean sea level.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The temple has its name in ancient religious texts, such as the Vishnu Purana and the Skanda Purana.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Badrinath_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Badrinath Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can travel to Badrinath by road to several railway stations and airports in India, such as Rishikesh, Haridwar, Dehradun, and Chamoli.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Kedarnath_Temple_Uttarakhand\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Kedarnath Temple, Uttarakhand<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in the Himalayas in Garwal, Kedarnath Temple is one of the most sacred shrines. People believe the Pandavas built Shiva&#8217;s sanctuary to atone for their sins during Mahabharata. Adi Sankaracharya restored the temple in the 8th century. It is one in Chota Char Dhams, and pilgrims must walk 14 km through hilly terrain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At an altitude of 3,583 meters, surrounded by glaciers and snow-capped mountains, the temple is closed in winter due to bad weather. Even the authorities transfer the Shiva idols to Ukimat during the month when the temple remains closed. Kedarnath Temple is not only famous among religious tourists but also very famous among other nature lovers because of its location. The temple sits amidst the majestic Himalayan glaciers, which remain under snow in the winter. Therefore, it is closed for half a year.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facts_about_Kedarnath_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts about Kedarnath Temple<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the Himalayas in Garhwal (Uttarakhand).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pandavas built this temple.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is one in Chota Char Dhams.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pilgrims must walk 14 km through hilly terrain.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0It is an altitude of 3,583 meters.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Kedarnath_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Kedarnath Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travelers can reach Kedarnath by trekking from Gaurikund. You can go there by bus from Rishikesh. Getting to Rishikesh is relatively easy. Rishikesh connects with other parts of India by train.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Ramanathswamy_or_Rameshwaram_Temple_Tamil_Nadu\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Ramanathswamy or Rameshwaram Temple, Tamil Nadu<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Rameshwaram Temple is famous and considered sacred by Hindus worldwide. It is on an island in Tamil Nadu known as Rameshwaram. It is very religious as it is one of the four holy sites of India or Char Dham. The temple is not only architecturally stunning but also beautifully located.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to legend, Lord Rama landed on the shores of this island with his wife Sita after defeating the demon king Ravana.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lord Rama wished to pray to Lord Shiva to seek atonement for the sin of killing a Brahmin. He said to Hanuman to fly to Kailash and bring Shivalinga. Goddess Sita, on the other hand, made lingam. Goddess Sita makes Ramalingam, and the one that Lord Hanuman brought is called Vishwalingam. According to Lord Rama&#8217;s instructions, we must worship Vishwalingam before Ramalingam, which the temple authorities still follow.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facts_about_Rameshwaram_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts about Rameshwaram Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the 12 Jyotirlinga temples was built in the 12th century.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has the longest cloister of any Hindu temple in India.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dravidian architecture.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creators \u2013 Pandyas and Jaffna Kings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rameswaram Island and its surroundings are home to 64 tirthas or holy waters.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, one of Char Dham.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Rameshwaram_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Rameshwaram Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rameshwaram Railway Station connects all major cities in India, making Rameshwaram easily accessible from all parts of India.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Vaishno_Devi_Temple_Jammu_and_Kashmir\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Vaishno Devi Temple, Jammu, and Kashmir<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaishno Devi Temple is the most sacred site for Hindu pilgrims on Mount Trikta in Jammu and Kashmir. According to legend, Vaishno Devi, disguised as a young girl, was pursued by the black magician Bhairo Nath. He urged her to marry him. She fled to the mountains to escape him, but he also followed her. After stopping at Banganga, Chalan Paduka, and Adukwari, the Goddess finally reached the holy shrine. When Bhairo Nath showed no signs of retreating, Vaishnavi had no choice but to kill him.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She cut off his head at the cave entrance, and his head fell on a distant hill. After realizing her mistake, Bhairo Nath begged her for forgiveness. The Goddess took pity on him and blessed him with the blessing that anyone who begins a pilgrimage to the shrine must also visit the Bhaironath temple. Thousands of devotees visit the shrine each year to seek blessings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaishno Devi Temple is widely famous and highly sacred among Hindu people worldwide. This temple is renowned for its religious integrity, and the trek accompanying the Katra journey is stunningly beautiful. Millions of pilgrims visit Ma Vaishno Devi and enjoy the snowy hills surrounding the temple. Those who visit Maa Vaishno Devi consider themselves lucky, as not everyone can meet her.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facts_about_Vaishno_Devi_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts about Vaishno Devi Temple<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5200 feet above sea level in Trikuta Hills.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s a cave temple.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Vaishno_Devi_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Vaishno Devi Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The nearest airport is Jammu Tawi Airport, which is 47 km from the temple. However, there is no direct transport between these places, so you must trek about 20 km from Katra to reach Vaishno Devi.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Brihadeeswara_Temple_Tamil_Nadu\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Brihadeeswara Temple, Tamil Nadu<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brihadeeswara Temple is one of the largest temples in South India. The Brihadiswara Temple in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, is one of India&#8217;s most famous and oldest temples. Also known as Peruvudaiyar Kovil and Raja Rajeswaram, Chola Emperor Raja Raja Chola built this temple in the 11th century. Chola is known for his admiration for art. The temple&#8217;s grandeur and magnificent architecture reflect Cholas&#8217; luxury and artistry. It is made entirely of granite and built according to the principles of Vastu Shastra.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only is this place a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but it is truly an architectural wonder. The incredible thing about this UNESCO World Heritage Site is that it leaves no shadow on the ground at noon. Even if you are not religious, please visit the temple at least once and enjoy its splendid architecture.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facts_about_Brihadeeswara_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts about Brihadeeswara Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as Raja Rajeswara Temple in Thanjavur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chola Emperor Raja Raja Chola I built this Dravidian temple.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is one of the tallest temples in India, constructed entirely out of granite.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple, one of the great living Chola temples, along with Airavatesvara Temple.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as Dakshin Meru, it is located on the banks of the Cauvery River.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Brihadeeswara_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Brihadeeswara Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The nearest stations to the temple are Trichur and Madurai. The nearest airport is Tiruchirapalli Airport. So getting it is okay.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Somnath_Temple_Gujarat\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Somnath Temple, Gujarat<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Somnath Temple is the oldest pilgrimage site in India. The temple is in the ancient books of Shiv Puran, Skanda Purana, and Srimad Bhagavad Gita. Soma refers to the &#8216;moon god,&#8217; so Somnath means &#8216;guardian of the moon god.&#8217;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Indian moon god &#8216;Soma&#8217; was cursed by his father-in-law to lose his radiance. Lord Shiva cured him of his illness. Then, Soma built this temple in his honor. It is one of the most revered &#8216;jyotirlingas&#8217; among the 12 jyotirlingas of India. The temple is at Prabhas Kshetra in Saurashtra, Gujarat. In Prabha&#8217;s Kshetra, there is a saying that Lord Krishna left his physical body. The place also has the Somnath Museum, Junagadh His Gate, the beach, and a sound and light show to entertain pilgrims<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facts_about_Somnath_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts about Somnath Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also known as Deo Patan.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no land between the coast from Somnath Temple to Antarctica.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built-in the Chalkian style.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1947 &#8211; Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel ordered the temple&#8217;s reconstruction, which was completed in 1951.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Somnath_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Somnath Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temple is 6 km from the nearest train station and 65 km from Diu Airport. So you can get there by train or plane, whichever you prefer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Golden_Temple_Punjab\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Golden Temple, Punjab<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Amritsar, Punjab, the most revered Sikh pilgrimage site is Sri Harmandir Sahib, also known as Darbar Sahib or the Golden Temple. The principles of equality and brotherhood are the foundation of the temple. After completion, Sri Harmandir Sahib received the Guru Granth Sahib for the first time. The temple is primarily composed of gold, and every day, thousands of people receive free meals at the Langar Kana of the temple. In the temple kitchen, volunteers can cook and do dishes. The universal compassion the temple extends to ordinary people gives it its meaning.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Four doors of this temple that open in four unique directions welcome people of all faiths and races seeking religious and spiritual satisfaction. The building is lower than its surroundings which symbolizes the value of humility.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facts_about_Golden_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts about Golden Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Gurdwara was built in the 15th century. Also known as Harmindar Sahib. Temple<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It was gilded from wealth and materials donated by Maharajah Ranjit Singh in 1980.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Golden_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Golden Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temple is conveniently 2 km from Amritsar Railway Station, making it easy for anyone to reach.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Meenakshi_Temple_Tamil_Nadu\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Meenakshi Temple, Tamil Nadu<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, this architectural wonder is dedicated to Goddess Parvati and her husband, Lord Shiva. Madurai is India&#8217;s second-largest city and one of the world&#8217;s oldest cities. A dip in a golden lotus pond in a temple is considered auspicious. People usually dip before visiting the main shrines of gods and goddesses. According to legend, Lord Shiva made the pond and pre-dates the temple.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meenakshi Temple is from the 12th century, but its architectural splendor does not speak for itself. Every 985 pillars adorn the entire temple and are carved in different ways. Tourists come from all over the world not only for religious reasons but for the splendor of the temple.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facts_about_Meenakshi_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts about Meenakshi Temple<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has Dravidian architecture and more than 40 inscriptions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 985 gorgeously carved pillars depict scenes of Meenakshi&#8217;s marriage (Parvati) and Sundareswarar (Shiva).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Famous for its three-story gopuram at the main entrance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Meenakshi_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Meenakshi Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temple has located 1 km from Madurai Crossing. You can easily reach there by rickshaw or car.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Amarnath_Cave_Temple_Jammu_and_Kashmir\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Amarnath Cave Temple, Jammu, and Kashmir<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sacred caves of Amarnath were built at 3,888 meters altitude in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Snow-capped mountains surround the temple. Snow covers the temple throughout the year. During the summer, from June to August, it becomes accessible and open to pilgrims. The cave is said to be 5000 years old.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a famous legend, a Muslim shepherd Buta Malik met a saint who gave him a sack of coal. When he got home, the coal had turned to gold. Moved by the miracle, the shepherd searched for the holy one and instead found the sacred abode of Lord Shiva.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pilgrimage to Amarnath consists of a five-day trek, during which devotees brave harsh and unsettled climatic conditions and cover 40 miles. It is at an altitude of 3,900 meters, and it is not possible to visit during the winter because the road to the shrine is closed due to heavy snow. The temple is a worship shrine for Lord Shiva. An interesting fact about this temple is that it is not artificial; people consider it a miraculous structure.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A natural cavern made of ice worshipped for its uncanny resemblance to Lord Shiva. Millions of travelers from all over the world trek to this cave, but it is challenging to get there. You have to walk 40 miles to enter the cave. Not all tourists can cope with such adverse conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Facts_about_Amarnath_cave_temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Facts about Amarnath cave temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A cave temple at an altitude of 3888 meters.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is one of his 51 Shakti Peeths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Amarnath_Cave_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Amarnath Cave Temple:\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The trek to Cave Temple starts from Baltar or Pahalgam. You can reach there by car from the nearest airport in Jammu, 178 km from Pahalgam.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Kashi_Vishwanath_Temple_Uttar_Pradesh\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10. Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Uttar Pradesh<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is in Kasi, Varanasi, the oldest surviving city in the world. Here are the 12 most revered jyotirlingas in India. The temple is on the west bank of the Ganges and teaches humanity the true meaning of life and death. His one visit to Kashi Vishwanath temple is equivalent to visiting his eleven other jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The temple towers are plated with 800 kg of gold and feature magnificent architecture. Inside the temple is a fountain called Jnana Vapi, which Hindus can only visit. Besides the main temple, there are smaller temples such as Kaalbhairav, Virupaksh Gauri, Vinayaka, Vishnu, and Avimukteshwara.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many notables such as Adi Shankaracharya, Swami Vivekananda, Goswami Tulsidas, and Guru Nanak have visited this heavenly mansion. Visiting this sacred temple is considered one of the ways to achieve Moksha.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Facts_about_Kashi_Vishwanath_temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Facts about Kashi Vishwanath temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The original Vishwanath Temple was destroyed in 1194 AD by the forces of Qutub Uddin Aibak, who defeated the Raja of Kannauj.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temple has a small well called Jana Vapi, also written as Gyan Vapi.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emperor Aurangzeb demolished the temple in 1669 and built the Gyanvapi Mosque.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 1780, Ahiryabai Holkar, daughter-in-law of Malhar Rao, built the present temple next to the mosque.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Kashi_Vishwanath_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Kashi Vishwanath Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Varanasi has its train station and is only 2 km from the temple.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Akshardham_Temple_Delhi\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11. Akshardham Temple, Delhi<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built on the rules of Vastu Shastra and Pancharatra Shastra, this temple is on the banks of the Yamuna River in Delhi. The temple&#8217;s authenticity reflects in its similarity to ancient Indian architecture and the spirituality that this place exudes. The temple&#8217;s main deity is Lord Swaminarayan, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The 11-foot-tall statue is under the central dome of the temple.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The structure is of pink Rajasthani stone and Italian Carrara marble. The majestic Temple of Akshardham looks even more enchanting at night thanks to its beautifully placed lighting arrangements. Many activities and events, such as exhibitions, films, statues, and boat trips, provide visitors with an insight into the history and philosophy of the Swaminarayan. The most attractive element of the temple is the light and music show that takes place at night.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reflecting the beauty and architectural grandeur of Indian culture, Akshardham Temple is a beautiful Hindu temple and spiritual complex. Also known as Swaminarayan Temple, its name is recorded in the Guinness Book of Records due to the largest comprehensive Hindu temple in the world. Home to around 20,000 deities, this place reflects the beauty of India&#8217;s rich history.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facts_about_Akshardham_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts about Akshardham Temple:\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This temple is on the banks of the Yamuna River in Delhi.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 11-foot-tall statue is under the central dome of the temple.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The structure is of pink Rajasthani stone and Italian Carrara marble.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Swaminarayan_Akshardham_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delhi Metro connects the temple well. The nearest metro station to the temple is Akshardham Metro Station on the Blue Line. Less than 5 minutes walk from there.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Shri_Padmanabhaswamy_Temple_Kerala\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12. Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Kerala<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The capital city of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, literally means &#8216;City of Lord Anantha.&#8217; Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple is one of 108 Divya Desams. Hindus can only visit the temple. There is a strict dress code for men (shirtless dhoti) and women (sari or skirt and blouse) when entering the temple.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lord Vishnu&#8217;s graceful and glorious idol rests in deep yogic sleep on her five cloaked serpents named Anantha. This idol is beautiful as it represents the trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh. Lord Brahma is seated on a lotus that emerges from the navel of the Lord&#8217;s statue. Under the palm of his outstretched right hand is Shiva&#8217;s lingam, which combines the three powers into one. The temple is also famous as the wealthiest Indian temple in the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gold-covered temples are of great importance among Hindus. The temple&#8217;s main deity is Lord Padmanabha, one of his incarnations of Lord Vishnu.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This temple is a replica of his Adikesavaperumal temple at Thiruvattar. It is a well-preserved ancient site believed to have existed for about 5,000 years. This temple also has its name in the Bhagavad Gita.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facts_about_Shri_Padmanabhaswamy_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts about Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple:\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The means&#8217; City of Lord Anantha.&#8217;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temple is one of 108 Divya Desams.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hindus can only visit the temple.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a strict dress code for men (shirtless dhoti) and women (sari or skirt and blouse).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Shri_Padmanabhaswamy_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple:\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can drive from Chalai Market Road. This temple is easily accessible by car.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Siddhivinayak_Temple_Maharashtra\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12. Siddhivinayak Temple, Maharashtra<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Siddhivinayak Temple in Prabhadevi, Mumbai. It is one of the eight Ganesha temples in Maharashtra. Lord Ganesha is the supreme deity of the temple and is always worshipped first before starting anything new in his life.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For this reason, he is also known as his Vighnaharta (remover of obstacles). The eight footprints of Lord Ganapathi (Ashtavinayak) have their imprint on the wooden door of the shrine. The Siddhivinayak Temple consists of one of eight statues of Lord Ganesha. The temple is visited by devotees all year round, but Tuesday is when most people come mainly to pray for good luck.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facts_about_Siddhivinayak_temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts about Siddhivinayak temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the wealthiest temples in India.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built in 1801 by Laxman Vithu and Dubai Patil.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Siddhivinayak_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Siddhivinayak Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also take a local train (Central, Western, Harbor) to reach Dadar and go to the temple. You can take a shared or regular taxi to Prabhadevi from Dadar Station. People generally prefer walking to the temple, which is only 15 minutes from the train station.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Gangotri_Temple_Uttarakhand\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13. Gangotri Temple, Uttarakhand<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in the Himalayas in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, the Gangotri Temple is part of the Chota Cha Dam Yatra. This temple is of great importance for its glorious history.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to legend, King Bagiras has performed severe penance for thousands of years to please Mother His Ganga and descend from heaven to earth to free his ancestors from the curse. Satisfied with his sincere devotion, Mother Ganga agreed to drop to earth. However, she asked him to persuade Lord Shiva to help her descend to earth. After rejoicing in Bhagirat&#8217;s prayers, Lord Shiva granted his wish and supported Mother Ganga with his hair.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gangotri&#8217;s sacred temple opens on Akshaya Tritiya (usually in April or May). On this occasion, the priests bring Gangama&#8217;s idol back 20 km away from Muhuyamath temple. Maahi Ganga comes back to the Muhuyama Temple every year on Diwali.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facts_about_Gangotri_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts about Gangotri Temple:\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is situated on the Bhagirathi River bank at an altitude of 3,415 m.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Gangotri_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Gangotri Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, 234 km before Gangotri on State Highway 58, well connected to major destinations in India by the rail network. Trains to Rishikesh run frequently. Taxis and buses are available to Gangotri from Rishikesh, Tehri Garhwal, Uttarkashi, and many other destinations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Yamunotri_Temple_Uttarakhand\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14. Yamunotri Temple, Uttarakhand<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yamunotri Temple is in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. The Yamunotri temple was rebuilt after being damaged twice by natural disasters.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dedicated to his second holiest river in India, the Yamuna River, this temple is also part of his four Chota Char Dham Yatras. At an altitude of 3291 meters, the shrine of Mother Yamuna houses a black marble idol of the Goddess. The temple opens on Akshaya Tritiya and closes on the day after Diwali. Mother Yamuna&#8217;s idol is moved to the nearby village of Harsari in winter. There are no roads around Yamunotri Temple, so you have to walk.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facts_about_Yamnotri_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facts about Yamnotri Temple<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is located at an altitude of 3,291 meters.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bandarpunch in the background.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Yamunotri_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get to Yamunotri Temple:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can book a train to Dehradun, the nearest railway station to Yamunotri and the capital of Uttarakhand. From Dehradun, you can travel further afield by private vehicle, reserved car, shareable jeep, or other public transport. The Yamunotri route also has a small trekking section.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To understand the many facets of India, its spirituality, and its religion, you must begin your journey with the temples. Thousands of legends simplifying the complexities of life and death can be seen on the walls of Indian temples.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Imagine losing yourself in a land of excellent knowledge, secret paths to nirvana, and vibrant cultural beliefs. It is what it feels like to be in a country like India. Spiritual tourism is not just a trend in the modern world; it has existed in India since ancient times.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All the temples listed above have their way of preserving their integrity, as they are sacred not only to Hindu people but also to people of other religions. Several tourists from all over the world visit India to visit these temples and learn about the culture and traditions of the country. So if you&#8217;re planning a vacation in India, spend some time exploring these temples.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>What are the famous temples of the Himalayas?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ans: Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri are the most famous temples of the North Himalayas region.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>2. What are the most famous temples in South India?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tirupati Balaji Temple<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ramanathaswamy Temple<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Virupaksha Temple<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shri Ranganathaswamy Temple<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brihadeeswara Temple<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meenakshi Temple<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>3. Why are shoes prohibited in temples in India?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ans: Removing shoes before entering a temple helps preserve the sanctity of the temple. It is a sign of respect, and that is why, especially in Indian culture, we apologize when we touch something or someone with our feet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Which cities in India are famous for the number of temples?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ans: Some cities in India have many Hindu temples, but Varanasi, Jaipur, Kashi, Gaya, Chennai, etc., all have over a thousand temples.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Which is the wealthiest temple in India?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ans: Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is the wealthiest temple in the country.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>6. When is the best season to visit Badrinath Temple?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ans: Badrinath is in Uttarakhand, India; you can reach there by calling the temple between May-June and September-October.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>7. Do I have to follow a dress code when visiting Hindu temples?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ans: There is no specific dress code for visiting Hindu temples in India. However, women should refrain from wearing revealing clothes. Men prefer to wear a dhoti and kurta but should wear a traditional sari or salwar kameez<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>8. When will Badrinath Temple close?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ans: Badrinath Temple will remain closed for six months. The date is around 29th October or the time of Baidooj after Diwali.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>9. What is India&#8217;s oldest temple?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ans: Although not scientifically proven, the Mundeshwari Devi Temple is said to be India&#8217;s most senior. This temple has existed for centuries in the Kaimur district of Bihar.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Called &#8216;Mandira&#8217; in Sanskrit, the temple reflects the history and cultural glory of the place. Part of the world&#8217;s oldest civilization, India is a country with a rich history and countless beliefs, traditions, and religious legends. 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