Temples Of India
Dilwara Temple
Dilwara Temple is one of the finest and architecturally renowned Jain temples in India. A large number of visitors and pilgrims visit this temple every day. Its extraordinary architecture is its major attraction. Intricate carvings on the marble stone and high-quality craftsmanship of the workers is clearly visible in every aspect of this temple, making it truly unique and distinct. Its opulent entranceway is truly stunning and spectacular.
Meenakshi Devi Temple
Meenakshi Devi Temple in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, is a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar, renowned for its stunning Dravidian architecture and vibrant sculptures.
Konark Sun Temple
The Konark Sun Temple, located in Konark, Odisha, India, is a 13th-century temple dedicated to the Hindu sun god, Surya. It's renowned for its architectural brilliance and is designed in the shape of a chariot, complete with massive carved stone wheels and horses. The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a prime example of Kalinga architecture.
Kamakhya Temple
The temple is unique in the sense that there is no idol or image of the Goddess. There stands a block of stone in a corner on which the symbol of yoni (female genital) has been sculptured. It is this vulva shaped that is worshipped as the Goddess Kamakhya herself.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Kashi, or Varanasi, is one of India’s oldest spiritual cities. People say the city is as old as time itself. In its heart lies a temple so sacred that millions come here every year seeking peace. That holy shrine is the Kashi Vishwanath Temple Jyotirlinga.
Somnath Temple
The Somnath Temple is an ancient and revered pilgrimage site located in the Prabhas Kshetra near Veraval in Saurashtra, Gujarat, India. As The Earth Safari specializes in cultural tours, it's worth noting that Somnath holds immense cultural and historical significance.
Amarnath Temple
The Amarnath temple is one of the ancient Hindu temples in India. The Amaranth temple is supposed to be 5000 years old and is visited by thousands of Hindu devotees every year. The holy cave of Amarnath is situated inside a steep cliff at an altitude of 4,000 meters. A massive ice lingam inside the cave waxes and wanes with the phases of moon. The legendary pair of white doves sits besides the shrine.
Badrinath Temple
Badrinath Temple, located in the picturesque town of Badrinath in Uttarakhand, is one of the most important Hindu pilgrimage sites. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, it is part of both the Char Dham and Chota Char Dham circuits. Nestled in the Himalayas along the Alaknanda River, the temple is known for its spiritual significance, scenic beauty, and ancient religious traditions.
