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Most Famous Temples in India

Explore India's most sacred and historical temples that attract millions of devotees and travelers every year.

Kashi Vishwanath Temple Varanasi

Kashi Vishwanath Temple – Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

One of the holiest Shiva shrines on the banks of the Ganga, and a major pilgrimage destination.

Badrinath Temple Chamoli

Badrinath Temple – Chamoli, Uttarakhand

Dedicated to Lord Vishnu; one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites in the Himalayas.

Kedarnath Temple Rudraprayag

Kedarnath Temple – Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand

Ancient Jyotirlinga shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, located high in the Himalayas.

Vaishno Devi Temple Katra

Vaishno Devi Temple – Katra, Jammu & Kashmir

A revered cave shrine dedicated to Goddess Vaishno Devi on Trikuta Hills.

Amarnath Cave Temple Jammu

Amarnath Cave Temple – Jammu & Kashmir

Famous for the naturally formed ice Shivling that appears each summer.

Banke Bihari Temple Vrindavan

Banke Bihari Temple – Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh

Popular Krishna temple in Vrindavan known for its lively aartis and bhajans.

Prem Mandir Vrindavan

Prem Mandir – Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh

Modern marble temple dedicated to Radha-Krishna, famous for evening light shows.

Akshardham Temple Delhi

Akshardham Temple (Delhi) – New Delhi

Contemporary cultural complex and spiritual campus showcasing Indian art and devotion.

Mansa Devi Temple Haridwar

Mansa Devi Temple – Haridwar, Uttarakhand

Hilltop temple dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi with panoramic views of Haridwar.

Chhatarpur Temple New Delhi

Chhatarpur Temple – New Delhi

Large modern temple complex dedicated to Goddess Katyayani with elaborate shrines.

Somnath Temple Prabhas Patan

Somnath Temple – Prabhas Patan, Gujarat

Historic Jyotirlinga temple on the Arabian Sea, famed for its reconstruction history.

Dwarkadhish Temple Dwarka

Dwarkadhish Temple – Dwarka, Gujarat

Ancient Krishna temple on the western coast, part of the Char Dham tradition.

Siddhivinayak Temple Mumbai

Siddhivinayak Temple – Mumbai, Maharashtra

Popular Ganesha temple visited by millions, including many celebrities and politicians.

Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple Nashik

Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple – Nashik, Maharashtra

One of the 12 Jyotirlingas and close to the origin of the Godavari river.

Shirdi Sai Baba Temple Shirdi

Shirdi Sai Baba Temple – Shirdi, Maharashtra

Samadhi shrine of Sai Baba, attracting devotees from many faiths and countries.

Ambaji Temple Banaskantha

Ambaji Temple – Banaskantha, Gujarat

Powerful Shaktipeeth devoted to Goddess Ambaji with a strong regional following.

Kalika Mata Temple Pavagadh

Kalika Mata Temple – Pavagadh, Gujarat

Historic hilltop temple accessible by ropeway and a popular pilgrimage spot.

Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Ujjain

Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga – Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh

One of the twelve classical Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva with ancient rituals.

Omkareshwar Temple Khandwa

Omkareshwar Temple – Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh

Jyotirlinga located on an island in the Narmada River with scenic surroundings.

Tirupati Balaji Temple Tirumala

Tirupati Balaji Temple (Sri Venkateswara) – Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh

One of the wealthiest and most visited pilgrimage sites dedicated to Lord Venkateswara.

Meenakshi Amman Temple Madurai

Meenakshi Amman Temple – Madurai, Tamil Nadu

Famous Dravidian temple complex known for its towering gopurams and sculptures.

Ramanathaswamy Temple Rameswaram

Ramanathaswamy Temple – Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu

One of the holiest Shiva shrines and an essential stop on the Char Dham Yatra.

Murudeshwar Temple Karnataka

Murudeshwar Temple – Murudeshwar, Karnataka

Coastal Shiva temple famed for its gigantic statue of Lord Shiva and sea views.

Guruvayur Temple Thrissur

Guruvayur Temple – Thrissur, Kerala

One of Kerala's most important Krishna temples, known as 'Bhuloka Vaikunta'.

Sabarimala Temple Pathanamthitta

Sabarimala Temple – Pathanamthitta, Kerala

Hill shrine dedicated to Lord Ayyappa, famous for its rigorous pilgrimage season.

Padmanabhaswamy Temple Thiruvananthapuram

Padmanabhaswamy Temple – Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Magnificent temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu reclining on Adishesha; known for historic treasures.

Brihadeeswarar Temple Thanjavur

Brihadeeswarar Temple – Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu

UNESCO-listed Chola-era temple noted for its grand architecture and history.

Sringeri Sharada Peeth Chikkamagaluru

Sringeri Sharada Peeth – Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka

Famous Advaita Vedanta monastery founded by Adi Shankaracharya with a serene campus.

Kanchipuram Temples Tamil Nadu

Kanchipuram Temples – Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu

City of a thousand temples — noted for Ekambareswarar and Kamakshi shrines, and temple architecture.

Jagannath Temple Puri

Jagannath Temple – Puri, Odisha

Iconic temple known for the annual Rath Yatra and as one of the Char Dham sites.

Kamakhya Temple Guwahati

Kamakhya Temple – Guwahati, Assam

Major Shaktipeeth atop Nilachal Hill, famous for its Tantric and Shakti traditions.

Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar

Lingaraj Temple – Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Ancient and architecturally rich Shiva temple at the heart of Bhubaneswar.

Taratarini Temple Ganjam

Taratarini Temple – Ganjam, Odisha

One of the oldest Shakti shrines in Odisha perched on the banks of the Rushikulya river.

Kalighat Kali Temple Kolkata

Kalighat Kali Temple – Kolkata, West Bengal

Historic Kali temple in Kolkata with deep local and cultural significance.

Dakshineswar Kali Temple Kolkata

Dakshineswar Kali Temple – Kolkata, West Bengal

Riverside temple associated with Ramakrishna Paramahamsa; known for serene ambience.

Khajuraho Temples Madhya Pradesh

Khajuraho Temples – Madhya Pradesh

Group of exquisitely carved temples famous for their artistry and UNESCO status.

Mahavir Mandir Patna

Mahavir Mandir – Patna, Bihar

Popular temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman with a large local following.

Birla Mandir Various Cities

Birla Mandir (Various Cities) – Delhi, Jaipur, Hyderabad, etc.

Beautiful marble temples built by the Birla family in many Indian cities; popular for spiritual visits.

ISKCON Temple Various Cities

ISKCON Temples (Various Cities) – Mumbai, Bangalore, Vrindavan, Delhi

International Society for Krishna Consciousness temples known for devotional programs and prasadam.

Ranakpur Jain Temple Rajasthan

Ranakpur Jain Temple – Ranakpur, Rajasthan

Magnificent marble Jain temple complex renowned for its intricate pillars and architecture.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

India is home to over 2 million temples spread across cities, towns, and villages. From ancient shrines to modern spiritual centers, every state in India reflects unique religious and architectural heritage.

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) is known as the city with the highest number of temples. It’s considered one of the oldest living cities in the world and a major spiritual center dedicated to Lord Shiva.

The four Dhams of Lord Vishnu are Badrinath (North), Dwarka (West), Puri (East), and Rameswaram (South). Visiting these sacred sites is believed to bring moksha (liberation).

There are 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva in India, including Kashi Vishwanath (Varanasi), Somnath (Gujarat), Kedarnath (Uttarakhand), and Trimbakeshwar (Maharashtra).

There are believed to be 51 Shakti Peeths in India, where parts of Goddess Sati’s body are said to have fallen. Popular ones include Kamakhya Devi (Assam), Vaishno Devi (Jammu), and Kanyakumari (Tamil Nadu).

Lord Krishna was born in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, in a prison cell to Devaki and Vasudeva. His birthplace is celebrated as the Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple, one of India’s holiest shrines.

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, is the most famous temple dedicated to Lord Rama. It marks his birthplace and is a major pilgrimage site for Hindus.

There are very few temples dedicated to Lord Brahma. The most famous one is the Brahma Temple in Pushkar, Rajasthan, which is considered the only prominent shrine of Lord Brahma in the world.

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