India is a vast nation with vibrant cultures, numerous traditions, and beauty of simplicity everywhere around. One of the things that sets India apart from any other nation is the number of temples across the country.
From numerous mountains passes and remote jungles to bustling streets, India is a country filled with different places to see. It has some of the most famous temples that are a must-visit during your trip to India.
Tourists fall in love with India because of the local culture and history associated with these temples. There are numerous high-rise temples considered as architectural marvels that leave tourists in awe. They get confused about how such a beautiful and strong building has been standing for so long.
This blog is dedicated to the 10 famous temples in India to visit that are known for their holiness and amazing infrastructure.
Famous Temples in India
Badrinath
Situated in Uttarakhand, Badrinath is one of the most famous temples in India. The Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is also one of the four dhams or pilgrimage sites considered the holiest temple in India. The four Dhams represent the four directions with Badrinath representing the North.
The temple is situated at a height of 10,248 feet above sea level. It is only accessible during the summer months. During the winter the weather is very chilly and intolerable. Make sure you consider the weather before planning your visit to this sacred temple.
Rameshwaram/ Ramanathaswamy
The second temple of Char Dhams, Rameshwaram is also known as Ramanathaswamy . It symbolizes the south direction. It is situated on a small island between India and Sri Lanka known as Tamil Nadu. The temple has several shrines attached to it.
It is one of the most famous temples in India dedicated to Lord Shiva. It used to be a small, thatched hut but with thousands of visitors every year it has become a very important shrine for people.
It is a great place to experience a unique temple perfect to pair with a visit to the southern regions of India.
Jagannath Puri Temple
The Jagannath Puri Temple is located on the eastern coast of India. It is the third of the four Dhams in India. Jagannath represents the East, which makes it appropriate since it looks east out over the Bay of Bengal.
This temple is devoted to Lord Krishna and only Hindus are allowed to worship in this temple. It cannot be easily explored by everyone.
The temple also takes care that no plastic is available around it.
Dwarkadhish
Dwarkadhish is the fourth of the Char Dhams representing the west direction. The temple is devoted to the Lord Krishna and has a signature 56 steps leading to the rear of the temple.
The temple dates back to 400 B.C. and is situated near the Gomti River, which is a peaceful and serene location. Make sure you visit this destination around sunset for some stunning orange sky views.
Sri Virupaksha
Sri Virupaksha Temple is found in the village of Hampi. The temple is a renowned UNESCO world heritage site along with various other buildings in Hampi.
During the Vijayanagara Empire, dating from 1336-1570 A.D., Hampi used to be the main seat of this impressive empire. Sri Virupaksha is one of the most famous temples in India that is filled with stunning architecture.
Brahmaji Temple
In the area of northwest India, a beautiful city named Pushkar holds various tourist attractions. One of the religious attractions is the Sacred Lake.
One of the most famous temples in India devoted to Lord Brahma is settled next to the sacred lake.
According to local beliefs, there are different reasons why there are so many Shiva and Vishnu temples while Bramha has only a few. It is said that because Lord Bramha is the creator, his job has already been done while Lord Shiva and Vishnu had plenty of work to do.
The temple in Pushkar gives everyone a chance to worship Lord Bramha and seek his blessings.
Kedarnath
One of the most famous temples in India is found in Uttarakhand region in the Himalayas. Kedarnath is a sacred Shiva Temple at a height of 11,755 feet above sea level. The temple is almost unreachable in the winter.
Visitors making pilgrimages to the temple must wait for the summer months to reach it. Devotees must cover a 14 km hike to reach this 8th-century temple, which can be straining, especially if you are not a professional hiker.
Kashi Vishwanath
Varanasi has been considered the spiritual capital of India for very long. People come here from across the globe to bathe in the healing waters of The River Ganges. Varanasi is one of the oldest cities dating back to the 11th century B.C.
A visit to Kashi Vishwanath is believed to be a way to achieve Moksha. It is said to be an ultimate liberation from being reborn through the laws of Karma.
Lingaraja
The oldest and largest temple in the Temple City of India is Lingaraja. It is a popular temple for Hindus and travellers. This beautiful temple is in Odisha devoted to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. The combination of these two gods is called Harihara.
While you are visiting this temple, make sure that you also visit Lake Bindu Sagar which is believed to have healing proper. This miraculous lake is situated behind the temple itself.
Only Hindus are allowed to enter this temple, but non-Hindu visitors do have a viewing platform to see this incredible place too.
Amarnath Cave Temple
Situated on the snowy Himalayas of Northern India, the Amarnath Cave Temple is a mountain temple that can only be visited during the summer. The cave is about 5,000 years old, and pilgrimages to the temple are 40 miles long and usually take five whole days.
This pilgrimage is not meant for the faint-hearted, so make sure you do not have any health conditions before visiting this temple. Also, make sure that you have food and essential supplies for the 5-day trek.
Let's Seek Blessings Together!
Well, these holy places are considered magical in the Hindu Tradition. A lot of people believe that their wishes get fulfilled if they visit these temples. For some, it is a matter of faith, and some people visit these temples only for the sake of peace and beauty the surrounding offers.
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