In India, temples are an integral part of cultural heritage spanning from Hindu and Jain to Buddhism and Sikh religion. Let's have a look at the most famous and important temples across India:
Meenakshi Temple: This historic temple is dedicated to the goddess Meenakshi, a form of Parvati and is situated in the ancient city of Madurai, Tamil Nadu.
Dilwara Temple: Known for its spectacular architecture and intricate marble carvings, this Jain temple is situated nearby Mount Abu, Rajasthan's only hill station.
Kedarnath Temple, Uttarakhand: Believed to be made by the Pandavas, this famous Shiva temple is one of the Char Dham temples in India.
Somnath Temple: Situated in Gujarat, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is famous for its architecture and association with Mahmud of Ghazni.
Rameshwaram Temple: Believed to be visited by Lord Rama and Sita after defeating Ravana, this holy temple is situated in Tamil Nadu with stunning architecture and a beautiful location.
Brihadeeswara Temple, Tamil Nadu: Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this UNESCO World Heritage site is one of the oldest Hindu temples in India boasting a brilliant art of architecture.
Vaishno Devi Temple, J&K;: Situated amidst the stunning landscape view of mountains, Vaishno Devi Temple is not only important in religious terms but also a great destination for trekkers.
Golden Temple: Adorned with gold, this temple is famous for feeding people of all religions. It’s situated in Amritsar, Punjab.
Jagannath Temple: Famous for its grand Ratha Yatra, this popular Hindu temple is located in Puri, Odisha. It is one of the 'Char Dham' temples in the country.
Amarnath Cave Temple: One of the oldest Shiva abode in India, this temple is situated in J&K.; One interesting fact about this temple is it’s a nature-made temple.
Sri Venkateswara Temple: Homed in Andhra Pradesh, Sri Venkateswara Temple also known as the abode of Tirupati is one of the most revered temples in India.
Kandariya Mahadeo Temple: Situated at Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, this is one of the largest and most well-preserved medieval Hindu temples in India.