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1. Temples in India India is a land of ancient temples, sacred places and shrines. Temples are a symbol of peace and belief for Hindus. The temple's main deity is the sculpture of a God or Goddess. India being part of the world’s oldest civilizations is a land of rich history, countless beliefs, traditions and legends surrounding the religions. India takes pride in the country’s rich cultural and religious history as it is the birth land of the traditions of Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism and Sikhism. India is a land where people of different religious beliefs live in harmony and brotherhood. Hinduism is believed to be the world’s oldest religion. Unlike other religions, Hinduism does not have a founder but is instead a fusion of religions. Various ancient manuscripts and scholars describe the religion as a traditional way of living, a religion whose beginning and ending cannot be traced. Also Check out: Popular Religious Tour Packages The heavenly abode of the Almighty on Earth is referred to as ‘Mandir’ by the Hindus. You will find majestic temples at mostly every corner of the country. Every temple has a unique history and legend attached to it. During the ancient times, the Indian rulers would patronize artists and sculptures for creating exceptional

2. masterpieces in the form of temples under their reign. Tour My India introduces you to some of the most popular and magnificent temples of the country. Indian temples you should absolutely visit India is home to a number of wonders, an amalgamation of religions, diversity, culture, cuisines, traditions and so much more. While we take you on a journey across the country, we have handpicked Hindu temples in India that are a must-visit. These places are surreal; if you are a non-believer or an atheist, these temples should still be on your bucket list for the sheer grandeur, legends and reverence they enjoy. Jagannath Temple Odisha's Jagannath Temple is an iconic one, and also sees the world-famous rath yatra. It is dedicated to Lord Krishna and sees devotees and those curious from all over the world. It is also home to one of the mega kitchens in the world. Jagheswar Temple This is a group of temples in Uttarkhand's Kumaon region. The temples are in the middle of dense pines and visiting these ancient temples, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and is nothing less than surreal. Kamakhya Temple Kamakhya Temple is in the state of Assam and is one of the most revered Hindu temples in the country. It is dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya and is famous as the centre of those seeking excellence in siddhis. Kedarnath Temple Kedarnath Temple is set in the high Himalayas of Uttarakhand and is one of the most famous temples in the country. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and is believed to have been built by the Pandavas. It is one of the Char Dham temples and sees lakhs of visitors every summer. Lingaraj Temple This famous temple is Bhubaneshwar is also dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was built during the 10th century and is an architectural

3. landmark as well. The central tower of the temple is a mammoth 180 ft! Meenakshi Amman Temple This beautiful temple is set in the city of Madurai in Tamil Nadu. It is more than 2500 years old and was built by Pandya king, Kulasekara Pandya. It is also one of the shaktipeethas, and is much revered. Read more: 18 revered astadasha shaktipeetha temples Shore Temple Shore Temple is a complex, overlooks the Bay of Bengal and is also a sight to behold. The stunning structure is built from rocks from the 8th century, and is believed to be the oldest structural temple of significance in South India. Somnath Temple Somnath Temple stands in the Indian state of Gujarat and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is believed to be the first of 12 jyotirilingas in the country. It is also famous for its rich architecture and was once adorned with precious and semi-precious jewels, attracting the 17 attacks by Ghazni.