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Jyeshteshwara Temple is another name for the Shankaracharya Temple. It is aims to empower the Shankaracharya Hill in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India, in the Zabarwan Range. It's in honour of Lord Shiva. The temple overlooks Srinagar City and is located at an altitude of 1000 feet (300 m) above the valleys.
Have you heard of a Hindu temple that welcomes individuals of all castes? If they haven't already, they should go to the Laxminarayan temple in Delhi. It is one of the city's largest Hindu temples and is also known as the Birla temple. The temple is dedicated to Lord Laxminarayan, also known as Lord Vishnu or the Preserver in the Trimurti, which consists of Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh, as the name denotes. The temple is named Laxminarayan Temple because Lord Narayan is accompanied by his spouse Goddess Laxmi (the goddess of prosperity).This temple, which was built between 1933 and 1939 by businessman Baldeo Das Birla and his sons, is more than a religious destination. Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, inaugurated the temple on the condition that it be open to people of all castes. The Laxminarayan Temple is a significant tourist destination in Delhi, located to the west of Connaught Place. It covers 7.5 acres and features numerous religious and national significance fountains, shrines, and statues. The temple also includes a Geeta Bhavan where discourses are conducted.During the Janmashtami and Diwali festivals, the Laxminarayan Temple is a key draw for both locals and visitors.
Lingaraj Temple is an ancient Hindu shrine in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, dedicated to Lord Harihara, a united form of Lords Shiva and Vishnu. This is Odisha's largest temple and is the state's most popular tourist attraction and symbol. The temple, which is over a thousand years old, is part of Odisha's Golden Triangle, which includes Konark, Bhubaneswar, and Puri. Bhubaneswar is a famous tourist place for both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu worshippers.The EkamraKshetra is mentioned in the Bhrama Purana because the god of Lingaraj was originally discovered under a mango tree (Ekamra). The Temple Trust Board and the Archaeological Survey of India look after the Lingaraja temple (ASI). The temple averages 6,000 visitors per day and attracts thousands of people during festivities like Shivaratri.
Mukteshwara Temple (IAST: Mukteśwara; also spelt Mukteswara) is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. It was built in the 10th century. The temple, which dates from 950 to 975 CE, is a significant monument in the study of the history of Hindu temples in Odisha. As observed in temples like the Rajarani Temple and Lingaraj Temple, both in Bhubaneswar, the stylistic development of the Mukteswarasymbolises the culmination of all previous advancements and commences a period of experimentation that lasts for a whole century. It is one of the city's most popular tourist attractions.
The Khajuraho Group of Monuments (Temples) in Madhya Pradesh is a magnificent architectural history that attracts visitors from all over the world. These temples, which have a 1000-year history, are a living representation of India's artistic and cultural legacy. These temples' sexual sculptures are among the best in the world, depicting desire in a captivating way. Sculptures depicting the symbolic ideals and daily lives of ancient Indian civilization may also be seen in these temples. Khajuraho is without a doubt one of the country's most important tourist attractions. Is a trip to Madhya Pradesh on the cards for visitors? Then they should set aside some time in their schedule to see these majestic temples, which have been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here's everything people need to know about the Khajuraho temples, including its history, architecture, working hours, admission fees, and other fascinating facts.
Virupaksha Temple is located in Hampi, Karnataka, India, in the Ballari district. It's part of Hampi's Group of Monuments, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lord Virupaksha, a form of Shiva, is honoured in this temple. The temple was established by Lakkan Dandesha, a nayaka (chieftain) under the Vijayanagara Empire's king Deva Raya II, also known as Prauda Deva Raya. The Vijayanagara empire's capital, Hampi, is located on the banks of the Tungabhadra River (Pampa hole/Pampa river). Virupaksha Temple is the most important pilgrimage site in Hampi, and it has long been regarded as the most sacred sanctuary. It is still performed in worship despite being surrounded by ruins. The temple is devoted to Lord Shiva as the consort of the local goddess Pampadevi, who is related with the Tungabhadra River and is known as Virupaksha/Pampa pathi. In the village of Nalagamapalle, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, around 100 kilometres from Tirupati, there is also a Virupakshini Amma temple (mother goddess).
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The Vittala Temple, also known as the Vitthala Temple, is an ancient landmark in Hampi that is well-renowned for its outstanding architecture and unsurpassed craftsmanship. It is regarded as one of Hampi's largest and most well-known structures. The temple is located near the banks of the Tungabhadra River in Hampi'snortheastern section. Amazing stone structures, such as the magnificent stone chariot and the unique melodic pillars, may be seen in the legendary temple. This magnificent Hampi monument is a major draw for visitors and tourists to the ruined town, and it is a must-see for them.
Pattabhirama Temple is a beautiful structure. This temple is situated in the ruined city of Hampi. It is located at Kamalapur at a distance of 6 km from the main heritage site of Hampi. The architecture of the temple is intrinsic and is dedicated to the Hindu deity, Lord Rama. During the period of the Vijayanagara Empire, this temple was a prominent destination for devotees and even today it is a popular pilgrimage center and stands as a reminder of the rich historical era as well.
Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundareshwarar Temple is an ancient Hindu temple in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India, located on the southern bank of the Vaigai River. Thirukamakottamudayaaaludaiyanachiyar (Meenakshi, a form of Parvati), and her spouse, Sundareshwar, a form of Shiva, are honoured. The goddess temple is described in 6th-century CE documents and is located in the heart of the ancient temple city of Madurai referenced in Tamil Sangam literature. One of the Paadal Petra Sthalam temples. The Paadal Petra sthalam consists of 275 Shiva temples that are mentioned in Tamil Saiva Nayanar lyrics from the 6th to 9th centuries CE.
The Shore Temple (constructed between 700 and 728 AD) is named for the fact that it faces the Bay of Bengal's shore. It is located in Tamil Nadu, India, near Chennai. It dates from the 8th century AD and is a structural temple made of granite stones. During the reign of Narasimhavarman II of the Pallava dynasty, the location was a major harbour at the time of its construction. Since 1984, it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Mahabalipuram Group of Monuments. It is one of South India's earliest structural (as opposed to rock-cut) stone temples.
Brihadishvara temple, also known as Rajarajeswaram or PeruvudaiyrKvil, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India. It is located on the south bank of the Kaveri River. It is one of the biggest temples in South India and a model of completely complete Tamil architecture. Dakshina Meru is the name given to it (Meru of south). Built between 1003 and 1010 AD by Tamil king Raja Raja Chola I, the temple is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the "Great Living Chola Temples," which also includes the Chola dynasty era GangaikondaCholapuram temple and Airavatesvara temple, which are 70 kilometres (43 miles) and 40 kilometres (25 miles) northeast, respectively.This 11th-century temple's original monuments were erected around a moat. It had the gopura, the main temple, and its great tower, as well as inscriptions, frescoes, and sculptures mostly associated to Shaivism, but also Vaishnavism and Shaktism Hindu traditions. The temple has been damaged during its history, and some artwork has been lost. In the centuries that followed, more mandapams and monuments were built. The temple is presently surrounded by strong walls built after the 16th century. Built out of granite, the vimana tower above the sanctum is one of the tallest in South India. The temple has a massive colonnaded prakara (corridor) and one of the largest Shiva lingas in India. It is also famed for the quality of its sculpture, as well as being the location that commissioned the brass Nataraja – Shiva as the lord of dance, in 11th century. The complex includes shrines for Nandi, Parvati, Kartikeya, Ganesha, Sabhapati, Dakshinamurti, Chandeshvara, Varahi and others. The temple is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Tamil Nadu. The vimana tower, which stands above the sanctum and is made of granite, is one of the tallest in South India. The temple has one of India's largest Shiva lingas and a massive colonnaded prakara (corridor). It is particularly known for the high quality of its sculpture and for being the place where the bronze Nataraja - Shiva as the Lord of Dance – was commissioned in the 11th century. Nandi, Parvati, Kartikeya, Ganesha, Sabhapati, Dakshinamurti, Chandeshvara, Varahi, and others have shrines in the compound. The temple is one of Tamil Nadu's most popular tourist destinations.
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The Chennakeshava Temple, also known as Keshava, Kesava, or Vijayanarayana Temple of Belur, is a 12th-century Hindu temple in Karnataka's Hassan district. It was built on the banks of the Yagachi River at Belur, also known as Velapura, an early Hoysala Empire capital, by King Vishnuvardhana in 1117 CE. The temple took three generations to build and took 103 years to complete. Throughout its history, it has been constantly devastated and plundered during battles, then rebuilt and restored. Hassan city is 35 kilometres away, while Bengaluru is roughly 200 kilometres away. Chennakesava (lit. "beautiful Kesava") is a Hindu deity Vishnu's form. Since its inception, the temple has been a functioning Hindu temple devoted to Vishnu. It is reverently recounted in mediaeval Hindu writings, and Vaishnavism considers it a significant pilgrimage place. The temple is notable for its architecture, sculptures, reliefs, friezes, iconography, inscriptions, and history, as well as its iconography, inscriptions, and history. Through various friezes, the temple artwork displays scenes of secular life in the 12th century, dancers and musicians, as well as a graphical retelling of Hindu literature like as the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and Puranas. It is a Vaishnava temple that reverently incorporates various Shaivism and Shaktism motifs, as well as Jain and Buddhist depictions of a Jina and the Buddha. The Chennakeshava temple is a testament to the Hoysala Empire's aesthetic, cultural, and theological viewpoints in 12th century South India.
Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple is Kanchipuram's oldest building. It is a Hindu temple of the Tamil architectural style that is located in Tamil Nadu, India. It is noted for its historical significance and is devoted to Lord Shiva. A Rajasimha (Narasimhavarman II) monarch of the Pallava Dynasty constructed the temple between 685-705 AD. The sculptures on the low-slung sandstone complex include various half-animal deities, which were popular during the early Pallava architectural era. The edifice has 58 miniature temples dedicated to Shiva in diverse ways. These are constructed into recesses on the inner face of the circumambulatory passage's high compound wall.
The Raja Rani Temple is a prominent 11th-century Hindu temple in Bhubaneswar, Odisha's capital. It is known locally as the 'love temple' because it features some sensual sculptures of ladies and couples. Because there are no pictures inside the shrine, the temple is not linked with any one Hindu group. This is possibly where the temple's allure comes from: it belongs to no one sect and is available to all people, regardless of the deity they worship and revere. The sculpted sculptures of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati on the temple walls, on the other hand, clearly suggest that the temple is associated with Shaivism. It was built during the 11th and 12th centuries, according to historians, although the precise date has yet to be determined. The architecture of other temples in central India is said to have evolved from the Rajarani Temple, with the Khajuraho temples and the Totesvara Mahadeo temple in Kadawa being the most noteworthy examples. The Archaeological Survey of India now maintains the Rajarani Temple as a ticketed site, which means that guests must acquire a ticket to access the temple. The Raja Rani Temple has a unique appeal that sets it apart from the numerous temples that can be seen all across Bhubaneswar, which has come to be regarded as Orissa's temple city.
The word 'Akshardham' literally means 'God's divine home.' It is an immortal location where one can devote oneself and find everlasting tranquilly. The Swaminarayan Akshardham in Gandhinagar is a mandir - a Hindu temple, a place of worship for God, and a spiritual and cultural campus committed to devotion, education, and unity. Its art and architecture reflect timeless spiritual messages and vibrant Hindu traditions. The mandir is a humble homage to Hinduism's avatars, devas, and sages, as well as Bhagwan Swaminarayan (1781-1830). With the blessings of HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj and the dedicated efforts of experienced artisans and volunteers, this traditionally-styled edifice was launched on October 30th, 1992. According to the BAPS denomination of Swaminarayan Hinduism, Swaminarayan Akshardham is a large Hindu temple complex in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India, inspired by Yogiji Maharaj (1892-1971), the fourth spiritual successor of Swaminarayan, and built by Pramukh Swami Maharaj (1921-2016), the fifth spiritual successor of Swaminarayan. The structure, which is located in Gujarat's capital, was created over a period of 13 years and is a monument to Swaminarayan and his life and teachings. The Akshardham mandir, which is made of 6,000 metric tonnes of Rajasthani pink sandstone, is at the heart of the 23-acre compound. The name of the complex is a reference to Swaminarayan's celestial dwelling in the BAPS doctrine; Swaminarayan followers believe that after reaching moksha, or freedom, the jiva or soul proceeds to Akshardham. Swaminarayan is revered as God Almighty by BAPS devotees.
Kedarnath Dham, located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, is one of the most paramount locations for worshipers of Shiva. The air appears to be reverberating with the name of Lord Shiva amid the mighty snow-clad peaks, enchanting meadows and forests of the lower mountain range of Himalayas. Situated in a breathtaking location, near the source of Mandakini River and at the height of 3,584 meters, Kedarnath Dham celebrates the greatness of Lord Shiva. Kedarnath temple is one of the 12 Jyotir Lingams and is also the most important temple among the Panch Kedars (group of 5 Shiva temples in Garhwal Himalayas). It is also one of the significant temples of the sacred Chota Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, raising the glory of the place to further heights. Accessible from major destinations of Uttarakhand, the motorable road towards Kedarnath temple stretches till Gauri Kund. After that one needs to take a 14 km trek towards Kedarnath temple. Ponies and palanquins (doli) are easily available; one can also avail helicopter services during peak season of yatra. The hard journey till the great shrine of Shiva is well compensated with the spiritual atmosphere which is created by the unruffled, tranquil and splendid beauty of the region. The majestic Kedarnath peak (6,940 meters) stands behind the temple along with other peaks, forming a perfect setting for the holy land of the supreme deity. The conical-shaped Shiva lingam in the Kedarnath temple is a unique feature of the temple among all Shiva shrines.