10 Famous Temples in India That You Should Not Miss

Are you planning India pilgrimage tour? To get to know more about India in its various shades one can start from its temples. Through taking pilgrimage holiday packages and start to travel to the famous temples in India that you should not miss to get the intriguing phenomenon. As Gandhi said that the spirit of all religions is one; only their aspects are different. Likewise, from top temples in India, one can realize the spirit of the mysterious land of India. So, we have come up with the list of 10 famous temples that you must visit on your trip. Look at glance to know more about Indian temples.

Top 10 Temples In India To Visit For Tourists

•    Kedarnath Temple
•    Badrinath Temple
•    Vaishno Devi Temple
•    Golden Temple
•    Meenakshi Temple
•    Khajuraho Temple
•    Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple
•    Iskcon Temple
•    Shirdi Temple
•    Lotus Temple

1. Kedarnath Temple

It is one of the most popular tourist places in India as well as the famous temple in India. Kedarnath is located in the Uttarakhand region in the Himalayan range. Kedarnath temple lies 11755 feet above sea level due to it recognized as extremely sacred Shiva temple in the world. As a result, it is difficult to reach the temple in wintertime. During the winter season, the temple is closed due to the bad condition of roads which is filled with snow and blockage the road to go ahead. This is one of the top pilgrimage destinations in India so to experience it do plan India pilgrimage tour packages in Summer season.    

2. Badrinath Temple 

 

This temple is dedicated to Vishnu which is situated in Uttarakhand state in the Himalayas. It is also among the top Temples in India visited by tourists to get spiritual vibes to keep calm. Badrinath temple is only accessible in the summer because of the freezing conditions of the path. So make sure to book spiritual tour packages from Delhi during summertime. You can experience the famous festivals celebrated here are “Mata Murti Ka Mela” and “Badri Kedar Mela” which celebrates in September and June respectively for 8 days.        

3. Vaishno Devi Temple 

This temple is located in Jammu and Kashmir near the town called Katra. To reach there, you need to trek about 12 km and see the Pindies in form of 3 rock heads. And take the blessings of Maa Vaishno Devi to fulfill your wishes and pray for a good year ahead. Since every year millions of pilgrims visit the place through India pilgrimage tours to take blessings. Furthermore, Navratri is the main festival celebrated here. During the Navratri season, you observe a good crowd around as it is one of the famous temples in India. 

4. Golden Temple

 
It is also known as the Sri Harmandir Sahib and Darbar Sahib which is the most holy place of pilgrimage for Sikhism. An India pilgrimage tour packages without visiting Golden temple is incomplete. This place open in four directions to welcome all religious people through four doors. The structure, adored for its superb architecture that encircled picturesque Sarovar and the divine lake in the middle of the temple. And the best part of the tour to Golden temple is the “langar” where regularly thousands of pilgrims are fed. Besides, don’t forget to plan your tour during the main festivals of Sikhs. Namely Guru Nanak Jayanti and Baisakhi as these two celebrations with full joy and divine vibes to share goodies with pilgrims.                

5. Meenakshi Temple

 
This temple is also known as “Meenakshi Amman Temple” which is one of the largest temples in India. Also recognized as the famous temple in India where thousands of tourists visit every day to deep down into divine feels. It is located on the bank of the River Vaigai in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The place is devoted to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati that is also one of the reasons tourists from all over the country visited. Not only that, the architecture is also an attractive point as a dip in the golden lotus tank. Also, you can experience the hall of the temple which includes 987 pillars. And this temple is a must to include in spiritual tour packages to adore the beautiful temple.          

6. Khajuraho Temple

 
Khajuraho Temple is situated in the state of Madhya Pradesh which is devoted to the deities of Hindus and Jains. The temples around the area is divided into three zones namely eastern, western and southern. Likewise, Khajuraho temple is located in the western zone and it is the largest temple. Moreover, don’t forget to be a part of Khajuraho dance festival where you see the celebration of classical dance forms of India which is held in the first week of February.

7. Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple  

 
Akshardham temple is one of the largest temples in India as it spread on 100 acres which is built on the Banks of the River Yamuna. It is also come among top temples in India that conduct many things like musical fountain show. You can also enjoy the architecture by roaming around and seeing eateries gardens, elephant statues, water-bodies, and statues. Besides, try not to visit on Mondays as the temple is closed on the specific day. You will surely adore the central figure of Akshardham called lord Swaminarayan 11 feet high idols around the dome. Moreover, don’t miss light and music show as it is the most fascinating element of the temple which takes place in the evening time.           

8. Iskcon Temple 

 
This temple is also known as the Krishna Balaram Mandir which is located in Delhi. It is dedicated to the worship of Lord Krishna and Radharani. To be part of the famous festival celebration at the temple then try to plan your pilgrimage tours during the festival season. Gaura Purnima, Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Rama Navami, Radhastami and Govardhan Puja are the famous festival celebration. And devotees visit the place from different parts of the country and abroad to experience the spiritual things around.    

9. Shirdi Temple 

 
It is located in Shirdi town of Maharashtra 300 km away from Mumbai. Shirdi temple is devoted to Saint Sai Baba. Also, it is the third richest temples in India and admired for his miracles and teaching about “Shraddha” means trust and “Saburi” means tender feeling. The place celebrates the main festivals like Ramanavami, Guru Purnima, and Vijayadashmi. So, to experience the spiritual vibes do plan a getaway from Mumbai to Shirdi during festival time.  

10. Lotus Temple 

 
This temple is situated in Bahapur hills, South Delhi which is one of the most popular tourist attractions because of its unique structure. People visit the place to see the white marble flower structure temple. This is the reason why the place crowded by visitors and there are nine openings to the temple in consider to the nine anatomical openings of a human body. So, don’t forget to explore Lotus temple on your pilgrimage tour as it is one of the top temples in India to visit once.   

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