Most Famous Hindu Temples to Visit in India
29 Most Famous Hindu Temples to Visit in India
ISKCON Temple Hutheesing Jain Temple Swaminarayan Temple Akshardham Temple Lotus Temple Siddhivinayak Temple Ashtalakshmi Temple Mylapore Sri Parthasarathy Temple Kapaleeswarar Temple Marundeeswarar Temple Birla Mandir Galtaji Temple Govind Dev Ji Temple Moti Dungri Ganesh Ji Temple Kalady Ernakulathappan Temple Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple Dakshineswar Kali Temple Babu Ghat Chandrika Devi Temple ISKCON Mata Sheetala Devi Temple Shri Ganesh Mandir Tekdi Sai Baba Temple Dragon Palace Temple Shri Swaminarayan Temple Telankhedi Hanuman Mandir GomatgiriISKCON Temple, India
Iskcon temple is a peaceful and lovely temple with mesmerizing statues of Lord Krishna beautifully dressed every day. Located at the Satelite Road, Sarkhej, Ahemdabad the temple has clean compound, food court, and well maintained Govindji Food Restaurant. Khichdi is served as prashadam for all the devotees coming to the temple during the evening. It has a gift shop as well. The magnificent temple art is enchanting as the heart is filled with genuine humility, integrity and a true sense of love There is a feast every Sunday, and when people come to the temple to pay obeisance, chant, dance and take the prasad.
Hutheesing Jain Temple, India
This remarkably elegant temple created out of white marble has been sacred to many Jain families, generation after generation. A sacred Jain place of worship, Hutheesing Jain Temple draws a huge crowd owing to its divinity and serenity. An architectural gem of the city the temple is decorated with stunning stone carvings. With an outstanding layout, the revered site has a courtyard enclosed with cloisters. It was built in 1848 A.D and is dedicated to the 15th Jain Tirthankar, Shri Dharmanatha. A temple is a place that reflects the perfect harmony of diverse religions. It is known for its rich culture, fascinating history, and welcoming people.
Swaminarayan Temple, India
Swami Narayan temple is designed with its intricate carving in pure Burma-teak. The deities exhibit exquisite sculptural art depicting deities' episodes, representing auspicious symbols, religious icons, and Indian culture. The magnificent temple is built of hand-carved Italian Carrara marble, Turkish limestone, along with Indian pink stone. It is also housing the sculptures of Swaminarayan along with an idol in the form of a child, Ghanshyam Maharaj. The first temple of the Swaminarayan Sampraday temple is located at Swaminarayan Mandir Road Kalupur, Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Akshardham Temple, India
It's a magnificent monument dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan and is made up of pink stone. The famous temple houses the life story of Lord Swaminarayan in pictures and his prasadik items. There are exhibition halls which exhibits the teachings and philosophy of Lord Swaminarayan in its massive complex. Experience the enthralling world-famous attraction laser light and sound show which is based on a spiritual theme. There is an Amusement park for children and a clean vegetarian restaurant. Devotees get to revel in the inner peace, and experience bliss and happiness. The visiting time is 9:30 am to 7:30 pm from Tuesday to Sunday and is closed on Monday.
Lotus Temple, India
Lotus Temple, open to the people of all religions is situated near Okhla NSIC, East Of Nehru Place, and lies close to Kalkaji Mandir. set among the sprawling lush green landscaped gardens. the magnificent edifice is made up of pure white marble The lotus-shaped architecture of the temple is strikingly beautiful. Around the blooming petals, there are nine pools of water, which look spectacular in natural light, and at dusk when it is floodlit.
Siddhivinayak Temple, India
This revered Hindu temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The temple has a small sanctum housing the idol of the Lord. The unique statue of Ganesha, ’The Elephant Lord’ is made of a single piece of black stone and is almost two and a half feet wide with the main trunk towards the right instead of left. Devotees across the world come here to pay obeisance and donate large amounts of money as their wishes get fulfilled. The premises of the temple are full of people, especially during the evening aarti.
Ashtalakshmi Temple, India
Ashtalakshmi Temple is dedicated to eight avatars of goddess Lakshmi. It is located along the shorelines of Elliot Beach in Besant Nagar. The grandiose shrine measures 65ft in length and 45 ft in breadth. The most remarkable feature of the shrine is that it is constructed in the shape of om. Eight forms of goddess symbolizing wealth, offspring, success, prosperity, courage, bravery, food, and knowledge are present in nine separate sanctums on four floors. The second floor of the temple has the shrine of Goddess Lakshmi and her consort Lord Vishnu.
Mylapore, India
Mylapore or the land of peacock scream is a neighbourhood suburb located a few kilometers in the south of Chennai. It is regarded as a cultural hub and is widely acclaimed for its sacrosanct sites and cultural venues. It is the birthplace of the famous Tamil philosopher Valluvar. The primary attractions include a Dravidian architectural marvel Arulmigu Kapaleeswarar temple, Adikesava Perumal Temple, Srinivasar temple, Madhava Perumal temple, Ramkrishna mutt, San Thome Basilica, Luz Church and, madras music academy. Malyapore has been home to several Carnatic vocalists and music organizations. Music sabhas are regularly organized to promote and conserve cultural heritage. It hosts several eateries serving South Indian delights. It is easily accessible and remains well connected with other parts of the city.
Sri Parthasarathy Temple, India
Situated at Tiruvallikeni, Tamil Nadu the temple has its roots attached to the 8th century Pallava dynasty. It is an existent testimony to India's glorious past. It gets its name Parthasarthy from Krishna's role as Arjuna's (Parth) charioteer(saarthy) in Mahabharata. The temple is believed to be the resting place for pilgrims visiting Tirupati specifically during solar and lunar eclipses. The temple has gopurams and mandapas adorned with ornate carvings. The shrine houses the figurines of all five avatars of Lord Vishnu Narashima, Rama, Varadaraja, Ranganatha, and Krishna.
Kapaleeswarar Temple, India
Dedicated to Lord Shiva known as Kapaleeswarar and his consort Goddess Parvati is known as Karpagambal (goddess of the wish yielding tree) the temple is a 7th-century exquisite specimen of Dravidian architecture. It is located in Mylapore and according to the legend Shakti worshipped Shiva in the form of a peacock here. The temple has two gopurams one on the eastern and other on the western side and a sacred water tank. The deities in the shrine are seated on vahana or chariots and the pilgrims consider it a privilege to pull or lift them. Religious rituals are performed six times a day and each ritual has four steps of Abhisheka, Alangaram, Nivethanam, Deepa aradanai.
Marundeeswarar Temple, India
It is a 1300-year-old temple, located in Thiruvanmiyur, with Lord Shiva as the main deity. It leaves the visitors awestruck by its astounding unique architectural style of architecture showing traces from the Chola and The Pallava dynasties. Going by the legend lord Marundeeshwar imparted knowledge about magical medicines to Sage Agastya and since then it is thronged by people with diseases and health issues. The people have a firm belief that the special prasadam acts as a panacea and helps them regain stable health. It has two five-tiered gateway towers (raja gopuram), a huge tank, mandapa with 36 intricately decorated pillars. The shrine has idols of three avatars of shiva Thyagaraja, Marundeeswarar, and Natraja.
Birla Mandir, India
Originally known as Lakshmi Narayan Temple, Birla Mandir is a popular pilgrimage site surrounded by lush green gardens. This exquisitely carved Hindu temple is erected in pure white marble and it is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi. This magnificent shrine is also known for its amazing architectural beauty. There are many pictures and sculptures of religious saints Ancient quotes from holy scriptures are engraved beautifully on the walls.
Galtaji Temple, India
Galtaji Temple is an ancient pilgrimage site for Hindus. There are many temples in this complex dedicated to Lord Ram, Lord Krishna, and Lord Hanuman. It is constructed along a narrow crevice in the Aravali hills covered with lush green plantation. It comprises of Holy Kunds, pavilions, and natural Springs. The main temple is made with pink sandstone and is adorned with beautiful carvings and paintings. The remarkable building has a round roof along with artistically painted walls and intricately carved pillars. This spectacular temple is surrounded by monkeys all the time.
Govind Dev Ji Temple, India
Govind Dev Ji Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Govind Dev Ji, an incarnation of Lord Krishna. Aartis are performed daily as per Hindu tradition and culture. Daily sumptuous food offerings are made to the Lord. Devotees throng to worship here as bhajans are sung to make the Lord happy. Beautiful chandeliers adorn the ceiling as magnificent paintings are done on the walls. It is one of the most revered pilgrimage attractions in Jaipur.
Moti Dungri Ganesh Ji Temple, India
Nestled at the bottom of Moti Dungri hill, this is a popular temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the revered God of Knowledge. It is a famous place of worship for Hindus and showcases the cultural heritage of Jaipur. The temple is erected in contemporary Indian architecture with three domes, beautiful stone carvings and exquisite latticework on the pure white marble. There are mythological images engraved on the marble, which fascinate the art lovers. On Wednesday, a special fair is organized and prayers are offered to Lord Ganesha with a recital of holy bhajans.
Kalady, India
It is a small village that is located in the Ernakulam district of Kerala. It is located on the banks of river Periyar. The term Kalady means feet. The place is a popular Hindu religious town. It is the birthplace of Adi Sankara. He was the founder of the Advaita order. It is believed that Adi Shankaracharya brought several miracles to life here. He preached Vedic Dharma and established four mutts. The Sringeri Mutt is a well- known ashram that is dedicated to this great philosopher and saint. There is a small temple dedicated to the life of Sankara’s mother is also located here.
Ernakulathappan Temple, India
This is a well-known ancient Shiva Temple situated in the downtown area of Kochi. This temple is located within the premises of Durbar Hall Ground. It is built over approximately 1acre area of land. People from far and wide come to visit this temple. Various poojas are organized here. The pooja methods that are carried out here are regularized by Villawamangalathu Swamiyar. Devotees that come to this temple to offer their prayers are known to obtain the ultimate ‘ Moksha’ in life. Shiva is believed to be present in his purest form in this temple, and this is the reason people throng this place in large numbers.
Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple, India
This is the temple of the mother goddess Bhagavati. The goddess is known to be present inside the temple in the form of Mahalakshmi. She is believed to cure the devotees of all their problems. It is one of the most popular Hindu temples in the state. The area where this temple is, was once a very thick jungle. This temple is believed to cure mental illness and evil spirits. The patients are given lime, neem, and chilies from the temple and this is considered to ward off evil spirits. There is this Thiruvonam festival that is celebrated in this temple with a lot of fanfare. It is like a huge feast.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple, India
Situated at Dakshineswar on the eastern bank of River Hoogly in the city of Kolkata, this popular shrine is a famous pilgrim spot devoted to Goddess Kali. This architectural masterwork is one of the most sacred places in the town. It was also the dweling of the famous yogi, Ramkrishna Paramhansa. The massive complex of the temple has 12 individual temples dedicated to different Gods like Radha Krishna, Lord Shiva to name a few. There is also a bathing ghat and it is said that one who bathes here and visits this temple attains moksh. If you are on a day trip to Kolkata, Dakshineswar Kali Temple should a part of your itinerary.
Babu Ghat, India
Babu Ghat is one of the oldest ghat that was constructed during the British Raj at Strand Road on the edge of the River Hooghly. The landing compartment of the ghat is lofty colonial structure. This Doric-Greek type pavilion with gigantic pillars attracts tourists in huge number. The priests and vendors have intruded the ghat and the stairs that take you to the river are decaying fast. The Ghat is crowded all the time as the people come here to bathe, massage and perform various religious ceremonies. On Chhat Puja the ghat is exceptionally crowded. The ghat is also used for idol immersion during Durga and Saraswati Puja
Chandrika Devi Temple, India
The 12th-century shrine is dedicated to Chandrika Devi, who is believed to be a manifestation of Goddesses Kali, Lakshmi, and Saraswati. Situated in Aashiyana, the temple is believed to have been a part of the Satyuga. It is one of the most revered Hindu shrines in the city. The sanctum houses the idol of Goddess Durga with three heads. A pond is present in the premises which has a seated statue of Godess consort, Lord Shiva. Throngs of pilgrims visit here, especially during the auspicious days of Amavasya and Navratri as these are considered favorable for the performance of religious rituals like 'hawan' and 'mundan'.
ISKCON, India
Located on Agrasen Marg in Sector-33 ISKCON Temple is Hindu Vaishnava temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna and Radharani. The 160 feet seven-story temple has an impressive structure replicating the 16th-century Radha-Govinda temple in Vrindavan. The stone facade and interiors remain adorned with lattice work,hand-carved peacocks, elephants, jharokhas, and chhatris. The complex houses a large temple room, an auditorium, a guesthouse, a restaurant, a kitchen, and bedrooms in the residential wing, a hall for celebrations, shops, and offices. A rigorous religious routine including six aartis is practiced every day.The temple witnesses throng of devotees and visitors from the world over especially during festivals. It is a must-visit for those who want to experience tranquility.
Mata Sheetala Devi Temple, India
This is an ancient temple that is dedicated to Mata Sheetla Devi, who was the wife of Guru Dronacharya, teacher of Kauravas and Pandavas. It is also referred to as Shakti Peeth. There is no entry fee to enter this beautiful Hindu temple. This temple has been held in great esteem and is flanked by pilgrims from far and wide. The temple is also referred to as Bhagat Lalita Maa and Masani Maa temple. No camera and video are offered inside the temple premises. Food stalls are located outside the temple. You can visit the temple at any time of the day.
Shri Ganesh Mandir Tekdi, India
Popularly known as "Tekdicha Ganpati", meaning Ganpati of the Hills. Located at station road atop a hill the temple is said to be around 250 years old and is of immense religious significance for the Hindu faith. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Ganesha and it is believed that the idol of God is Swayambhu, which originated from the ground on its own. A large number of devotees visit the temple throughout the year, but the footfall increases tremendously during Sankashti Chaturthi and Ganeshotsav. People have unmoved faith for the deity and visit with reverence hoping to fulfill their vows and wishes.
Sai Baba Temple, India
Located on the Goswami Tulsidas Road in Nagpur the temple is dedicated to the revered saint Sai Baba. The temple in Nagpur has drawn its inspiration from the original Sai Baba temple located in Shirdi and the idol of the presiding deity has been made by the same idol maker. It attracts thousands of pilgrims annually. The temple was built to cultivate people's faith in Sai Baba and to propagate his noble teachings. His teachings include respect for all faiths and castes and he denounced religious rigidity. He is one saint in India who is worshipped by Hindus and Muslims alike. One can experience tranquility, spiritual vibe, and eternal bliss here.
Dragon Palace Temple, India
Popularly known as the Lotus Temple of Nagpur it is a Buddhist seat of worship situated in Kamptee, Nagpur. The shrine houses a huge sandalwood statue of Lord Buddha placed on the second floor. Made out of white marble the temple has brightly colored walls. The temple complex has green verdant lawns and net set flower beds. The structure looks magnificent with brightly colored hues against the blue skyline. A deep sense of calmness and serenity pervades throughout the campus. One can feel high energy vibrations of the powerful mantra Nangu-Mayo-Ho-Renge-Kyo while being a part of the meditation.It attracts thousands of pilgrims and tourists every year. One can experience eternal bliss at this symbol of peace and harmony.
Shri Swaminarayan Temple, India
Located on the Ring Road in Nagpur it is also known as Akshardham Temple. It is the 750th Swaminarayan temple inaugurated in India in 2013. Designed on the style of Sompuri architecture the magnificent building can leave one awestruck. It has a two-floor construction and is led by a staircase at the entrance. The inside of the temple is adorned with paintings, murals, and a green carpet. Its beauty increases manifold when the entire complex is lit by lights in the evening. The premises house a huge kitchen, yatri niwas, sadhu sadan, a restaurant, kid's play area, and a parking lot. It attracts a large number of devotees and visitors from all over.
Telankhedi Hanuman Mandir, India
Situated along the slope Seminary hills along the Telankadi Lake the temple is a prime attraction for devotees and tourists alike. Lord Hanuman is the presiding deity. The temple is ancient and is believed to have roots attached to the Satyug period. According to the legend, the origin of the temple is associated with Lord Rama, who relaxed on a hillock near Nagpur. Lord Hanuman is believed to be an ardent devotee of Lord Rama and is endowed with miraculous powers. The visitors come here to seek the blessings of God and experience the serenity of the environment. The peaceful surroundings are an ideal place to meditate and rejuvenate.
Gomatgiri, India
Gomatgiri is a small hillock situated at 10 minutes drive from Indore airport. As it is close to the airport it is readily accessible. Set in this quaint location atop the hill is a 21 ft statue of Gomateshwar which is a replica of the Bhabhubali statute of Shrawanbegola. Gomatgiri is a significantly sacred place for the Digambar sect of Jain fold. It also houses 24 marble temples dedicated to the 24 Tirthankaras of the ain religion. The peaceful location, the splendid architecture, and the sunrise, sunset views can help one earn a soulful experience. The amenities include a dharamshala,a guest house, and a restaurant.
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