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Temples In India

India is a proud and blessed Nation, having around two million temples with its rich Architectural and Cultural heritage.Temples in India are not just a physical structures, they are more about sacred place which builds devotion, faith and emotion by representing a strong bond between humans beings and God's.Temples attracts millions of pilgrims, tourists who seek solace, enlightenment, and a connection with the divine.Most of our temples has the responsibility to share our rich Indian knowledge on Vedas, shasthras for free to educate and to connect people with God.Here are the list of major Temples in India.

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Temples List
Sl.No Name Location Facts
1 Venkateswara Temple Andhra Pradesh Tirupati Located in Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh. Dedicated to Lord Venkateswara (Lord Vishnu).
2 Ahobala Andhra Pradesh Ahobala Located in Andhra Pradesh. Divided into upper and lower Ahobilam, dedicated to Lord Narasimha.
3 Kanaka Durga Temple Andhra Pradesh Vijayawada Located in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Devoted to Goddess Kanaka Durga.
4 Shri Mallikarjuna Temple Andhra Pradesh Srisailam Situated in Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh. Dedicated to Lord Shiva (Mallikarjuna).
5 Mantralayam Andhra Pradesh Mantralaya Located in Andhra Pradesh. Famous for the great Saint Raghavendra Swami, who was the reason behind the Avataar of Shri Laxmi Narasimha God.Raghavendra Swamy widely known as Kaliyuga Kamadhenu and very famous for miracles.
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6 Akshardham Temple Delhi Delhi Situated in Delhi, India. A grand Hindu temple complex dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan.
7 Jagannath Temple Odisha Puri Located in Puri, Odisha. Dedicated to Lord Jagannath (Lord Krishna).
8 Golden Temple Punjab Amritsar Situated in Amritsar, Punjab. The holiest Sikh gurdwara, known for its golden dome.
9 Meenakshi Temple Tamil Nadu Madurai Located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar.
10 Udupi Shri Krishna Matha Karnataka Udupi Located in Udupi, Karnataka. It is dedicated to Lord Krishna and was established by the 13th-century great saint and philosopher, Shri Madhvacharya, he himself is the Avaatar of Lord Hanuman who took birth as a saint.The Matha follows the Dvaita philosophy, which emphasizes the distinction between the individual soul and the supreme soul. Also known for pure Udupi-style of vegetarian cooking.
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11 Dharmasthala Temple Karnataka Dharmasthala Situated in Dharmasthala, Karnataka. Dedicated to Lord Manjunatha (Lord Shiva).
12 Aihole Karnataka Aihole Located in Bagalkot, Karnataka. An ancient archaeological site known for its temples.
13 Badami cave Temple Karnataka Badami Situated in Bagalkot, Karnataka. Famous for its ancient rock-cut cave temples.
14 Shri Marikamba Temple Karnataka Sirsi Located in Sirsi, Karnataka. Devoted to Goddess Marikamba.
15 Shri Virupaksha Temple Karnataka Hampi Located in Hampi, Karnataka. Dedicated to Lord Virupaksha (Lord Shiva).
16 Murudeshwara Temple Karnataka Murudeshwara Situated in Murudeshwara, Karnataka. Known for its towering statue of Lord Shiva.
17 Kashi Vishwanath Temple Uttar Pradesh Varanasi Located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. One of the holiest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
18 Brihadeeswarar Temple Tamil Nadu Thanjavur Situated in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. A UNESCO World Heritage Site dedicated to Lord Shiva.
19 Badrinath Temple Uttarakhand Badrinath Located in Badrinath, Uttarakhand. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
20 Kedarnath Temple Uttarakhand Kedarnath Situated in Kedarnath, Uttarakhand. One of the 12 Jyotirlingas and dedicated to Lord Shiva.
21 Chota Char Dham Uttarakhand Uttarakhand Refers to the four pilgrimage sites in Uttarakhand: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath.
22 Somnath Temple Gujarat Somnath Located in Somnath, Gujarat. One of the 12 Jyotirlingas and dedicated to Lord Shiva.
23 The Dwarkadhish Temple Gujurat Dwaraka Situated in Dwarka, Gujarat. Dedicated to Lord Krishna (Dwarkadhish).
24 Shirdi Sai Baba Temple Maharashtra Shirdi Located in Shirdi, Maharashtra. Devoted to the spiritual leader Sai Baba.
25 Shri Mahalakshmi Temple Maharashtra Kohlapur Situated in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. Dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi.
26 Tulja Bhavani Temple Maharashtra Tuljapur Located in Tuljapur, Maharashtra. Devoted to Goddess Tulja Bhavani.
27 Vithoba Temple Maharashtra Phandharpur Situated in Pandharpur, Maharashtra. Dedicated to Lord Vithoba (Lord Krishna).
28 Siddhivinayak Mahaganapati Temple Maharashtra Thane Located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Famous for the idol of Lord Ganesha (Siddhivinayak).
29 Sabarimala Temple Kerala Sabarimala Located in Sabarimala, Kerala. Dedicated to Lord Ayyappa.
30 Guruvayur Temple Kerala Guruvayur Located in Guruvayur, Kerala. One of the most famous Krishna temples in India.
31 Ananthapadmanabhaswamy Temple Kerala Kasaragod Situated in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Known for its intricate architecture and deity Lord Ananthapadmanabha.
32 Ramanathaswamy Temple Tamil Nadu Rameswaram Located in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. One of the 12 Jyotirlingas and dedicated to Lord Shiva.
33 Shri Ranganatha Swamy Temple Tamilnadu Srirangam Situated in Srirangam, Tamil Nadu. One of the largest functioning Hindu temples in the world.
34 Brihadishvara Temple Tamilnadu Thanjavur Located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. A UNESCO World Heritage Site dedicated to Lord Shiva.
35 Palani Murugan Temple Tamilnadu Palani Situated in Palani, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Murugan (Lord Subramanya).
36 Vaishno Devi Temple Jammu and Kashmir Katra Located in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir. Dedicated to Goddess Vaishno Devi.
37 Dilwara Temples Rajasthan Mount Abu Situated in Mount Abu, Rajasthan. Known for their intricate marble carvings and Jain architecture.
38 Amarnath Cave Temple Jammu and Kashmir Amarnath Located in Amarnath, Jammu and Kashmir. A significant Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva.
39 Sun Temple Odisha Konark Situated in Konark, Odisha. Known for its impressive sun chariot architecture and sculptures.
40 Lingaraja Temple Odisha Bhubhaneshwar Located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. A prominent temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
41 Guruvayur Temple Kerala Guruvayur Located in Guruvayur, Kerala. One of the most famous Krishna temples in India.
42 Mahabodhi Temple Bihar Bodh Gaya Situated in Bodh Gaya, Bihar. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a significant Buddhist pilgrimage site.
43 Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams Tamil Nadu Chennai Located in Chennai, controlled by Tirupati temple , Andhra Pradesh,one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, serves as a hub for devotees across all states.
44 Sahasra Bahu Temple Madhya Pradesh Gwalior Situated in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. Known for its architectural beauty and intricate carvings.
FAQs
  • Which is the most famous temple in India?
    The most famous temple in India is the Venkateswara Temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. It is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara and attracts millions of devotees every year.
  • Which temple in India is known for its architectural beauty?
    The Musical - Vijaya Viithala temple in Hampi,Karnataka and Meenakshi Temple in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. These temples are known for its architectural beauty. It features towering gopurams (gateways) adorned with intricate sculptures and beautiful paintings.
  • Which god is worshipped more in India?
    The Trimurti's - Brahma, the Creator, Vishnu, the Preserver, and Shiva, the Destroyer. Their feminine counterparts are Saraswati, the wife of Brahma, Lakshmi, the wife of Vishnu, and Parvati (or Durga), the wife of Shiva are the most worshipped God in Hinduism.
  • How many temples are their in India?
    There are around two million temples in India and each year the number gets increased.
  • Which state has the highest temples in India?
    Tamilnadu has the highest list of temples and widely known as land of temples.
  • Which is the richest temple in India?
    The Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Kerala is one among the richest temples in India and in the world, with a reported worth of around Rs 1,20,000 crore.
  • Which God has maximun temples in India?
    Lord Shiva, Bhairava, Lord Vishnu, Lord Murugan, and Lord Hanuman, Lord Ganesha,Goddess Laxmi, Parvathi have the most temples in The Land of Temples in India.
  • Are these temples open to visitors from all religions?
    Yes, these temples are generally open to visitors from all religions. However, certain temples may have specific entry restrictions or guidelines, particularly for inner sanctums or specific rituals.
  • Are there any specific dress codes or guidelines to follow while visiting these temples?
    Yes, most temples in India have dress codes that require visitors to dress modestly. It is recommended to wear traditional attire, cover shoulders and legs, and remove footwear before entering the temple premises.
  • Are there any specific rituals or ceremonies that visitors can participate in?
    Yes, visitors can often participate in rituals such as offering prayers, lighting lamps, performing aarti (devotional ceremony), and receiving blessings from priests. These rituals may vary from temple to temple.
  • Can tourists or non-Hindus visit these temples?
    Yes, tourists and non-Hindus are generally allowed to visit the temples in India. However, some temples may have restrictions on entry or certain areas reserved for devotees of specific faiths.
  • Are there any entry fees or charges to visit these temples?
    Some temples may have entry fees for visitors, while others are free to enter. Additionally, there may be separate charges for special darshan (viewing) or participating in specific rituals.
  • Are photography and videography allowed inside these temples?
    Photography and videography rules vary from temple to temple. In some temples, photography and videography may be prohibited inside the sanctum sanctorum or during specific ceremonies. It is advisable to check the guidelines at each temple.
  • Are there any nearby accommodation options for visitors to stay during their temple visit?
    Yes, many temples have guesthouses or nearby accommodation options for devotees and visitors. These can range from budget-friendly guesthouses to more luxurious hotels. It is recommended to inquire or book in advance if planning to stay overnight.
  • Are these temples easily accessible by public transportation?
    Yes, most temples in India are easily accessible by public transportation such as buses, trains, and taxis. Some temples may have dedicated transport services or shuttle arrangements for convenient access.
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