India, a land of diverse cultures and deep spirituality, is home to some of the world's most magnificent temples. These architectural marvels not only showcase India's rich heritage but also offer a profound spiritual experience. In this article, we invite you to embark on a spiritual odyssey through the temples of India, where artistry and devotion unite to create breathtaking sanctuaries. Join us as we embark on a sacred journey through the article of Temples of India, where art, spirituality, and devotion converge in architectural splendor.
India is home to some of the famous temples, and interestingly, these religious places are visited by not only Indian citizens but also anyone who wants to go on Spiritual tours of India. Besides, some of these magnificent temples are also admired for their incredible architecture. Let us take a tour of India through its temples. 1. Akshardham Temple Starting from Delhi, Akshardham Temple is famous for its stunning architecture. The [...]
The Sun temple at Konarak is located about 35 km northeast from Puri, Odisha. It was also famous with the name of “Black Pagoda” in the European sailor's account. It is dedicated to Indian god Surya (sun). KONARK TEMPLE HISTORY Discovered in 1902, the removal of debris and sand revealed a temple dedicated to Surya, the Sun God and represents the culmination of centuries of experience in temple building. It is the 13th [...]
After the rock-cut architectural traditions seen till the late 6th Century AD the Shore Temple, on the coast of Mahabalipuram in Tamil Nadu, can be well thought of as a pioneer or structured temple architecture in India. Called the Shore Temple, it is said to have been built during the reign of Narsimha Varman II of the Pallava Dynasty, who ruled from 700 to 728 AD. It has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1984. It is one of the [...]
Long debated upon whether the construction of Virupaksha temple was influenced by the Pallava temple at Kanchipuram or not, the Virupaksha Temple is richly decorated with sculptures and consists of a complex of structures in the South Indian fashion. It was built by Loka Mahadevi, the chief queen of Vikramaditya II during 733-744 A.D. This dynasty also has to its credit many structured temples in the Deccan heartland, some in the southern style, [...]
Driving from Puri, through attractive scenery and passing through coastal villages with beautifully decorated houses, one reaches Konark. Famous for its Sun Temple, it completes Orissas Golden Triangle and is a must-see on the itinerary of every traveller to the state. Dedicated to the Sun God, the temple stands majestically in partial ruins next to Konark Beach. The highly embellished temple walls, the ornamental monolithic gigantic wheels, the huge [...]
The temples of Khajuraho were established during the dynasty of Chandel sovereign. The temples are classified into three geographical categories - Eastern, Western and Southern. The western group is considered as the most outstanding one amongst all. The temple of Kandariya Mahadev which is about 31 km tall, is one of the biggest temples in Khajuraho. There are nearly 900 statues placed inside the temple. It is devoted to Lord Shiva. The ceilings [...]
The major highlight of the Orchha tour is the Orchha Fort Complex. It is situated on the island of River Betwa. The complex comprises of different monuments, the most outstanding of which are the Raj Mahal and Jahangir Mahal. The glorious temples of the Bundela Kings are a delight for shutterbugs. Owing to the architectural embellishments in the form of splendid temples, Orchha draws a large number of tourists. Jahangir Mahal The Jahangir [...]
Sahastrilanga Talav Sahastrilanga Talav is a man-made tank that was constructed by the Siddhraj Jaisingh who was the ruler of Patan in those times. The style of the tank represents the inviolability of water in Hinduism and the spirit of water management. There were around a thousand shrines around the edge of the water tank. However, there are only remnants of some shrines present. One can visualize the splendor of water simply by observing [...]
Belur- Halibedu Located in Karnataka and identified as the early 16th Century Capital of the Hoysala Empire, this site is famous for its temples. With breathtaking temple tops and even more complicated constructions in the form of statues out statues made out of the monolithic rock, it is of little wonder that UNESCO has made this a world Heritage Site. Belur-Halibedu is a must-visit for those who enjoy medieval oriental architecture. [...]