Posted by India is known for its spirited culture and affability but also for its temples. People from all across the world travel to India to visit these beautiful temples. Each and every temple of India represents a different tradition and custom. There’s something about the ambiance around temples and religious places.
They are filled with positivity and divine magic. It’s because of this, the religious tourism in our country has developed in the past years. However, due to the COVID-19 getting critical, the temples have been closed.
However, while we cannot visit these temples right now, we can, compile a checklist of some must-see places. Here are six temples in India to remind you of all that is sacred, beautiful and spiritual.
1.Brihadeeswara Temple
Brihadeeswara temple, let’s start off our list with one of the most iconic temple in South India. This temple is also called RajaRajeswaram or Peruvudaiyar Kovil, build in the 11th century. The architecture of this temple indicates the artistic proficiency of the Chola dynasty, particularly Rajaraja chola who insisted on getting this beautiful temple built.
A fascinating quality of this place is that is constructed according to the principles of Vaastu Shastra. Another surprising fact about it is that it doesn’t reflect any shadow during the afternoon.
If you’ve never been to this temple, we suggest you do that at least once in your life. All it takes is an outstation cabs to reach this wonderful place.
2.Virupaksha Temple
Virupaksha temple is situated in the wonderful city of Hampi. And it is a popular tourist destination and a must-visit for first-timers in Karnataka. Many coupls visit here to seek their blessings after engagement and wedding, since it is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Pampadevi. It was built in 7th century by the Chalukyas and has been functional ever since.
3.Ramanathaswamy Temple
This temple is in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. If you’d love the story behind this temple, mythology has always interested you, it is believed that Rameswaram was the last stop made by Lord Rama before reaching Lanka to defeat Ravana and win back his wife. It’s the place where Lord Rama prayed to God and sought his blessings. Later, when was returning victorious, goddess sita insisted they stay back in Rameswaram and thank lord shiva.
Lord Rama ordered Hunumana to bring the biggest possible Shiva Lingam from Himalayan Mountain so he could seek forgiveness and thank Lord Shiva. Assuming it was time taking, Goddess sita created a Shivalingam out of the sand for Lord Rama to pray. Since, shiva Lingam made by Goddess sita is called the Ramalingam.
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4.Shri Padmanabhawswamy Temple
Shri Padmanabhaswamy temple is known for its strict dress code for men and women. It is mandatory for women to wear a sari or skirt with a blouse and men to wear dhoti without any shirt. The temple is exclusively meant to be visited by Hindus.
5.Gomateshwara Temple
The Gomateshwara temple is Karnataka is known for the gigantic statue of Lord Bahubali. The icon comprises inscriptions in three different language like kannada, tamil, and Marathi. This temple is an important pilgrimage place for jain community with a height of almost 59ft.
6.Tirupati Balaji Temple
Any list of Indian temples without Tirupati Balaji temple is incomplete. Dedicated to Lord venkateshwaran, this temple is the most well-known of all in all of South India. It is believed visiting this temple makes one’s life complete. Maybe that’s why it holds the crown of the world’s richest temple.
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