hindi Shamlaji Temple, Gujarat: Saloni Choudhary, October 9, 2021October 9, 2021Shamlaji, likewise spelled Shamalaji, is a significant Hindu journey place in Aravalli region of Gujarat province of India. The Shamlaji sanctuary is committed to Vishnu. Several other Hindu sanctuaries are found close by. The current sanctuary committed to Shamlaji, a type of Vishnu was maybe begun in the eleventh century in Chaulukya style, however the current design dates from the fifteenth sixteenth hundreds of years. Continue Reading
Gujarat Dakor Tirth Kshetra, Gujarat Saloni Choudhary, October 9, 2021October 9, 2021Dakor, in its previous stages as pilgrimage centre in Gujarat, was well known for the Danknath sanctuary, a temple of shiva worship. In the later stages it transformed into a Vaishnavite focus with the developing acclaim of Ranchhodraiji [form of Lord Shri Krishna] sanctuary, which was worked in 1772 A.D. As of late, Dakor is remembered for one of the six significant journey places under “Yatradham Vikas Board” by Government of Gujarat for advancement as an all around arranged and efficient journey spot to work with the lacs and lacs of visiting travelers. Continue Reading
Gujarat Ram Pagdandi, Gujarat: Saloni Choudhary, October 9, 2021October 9, 2021Gujarat is home to places like Sabari Dham, Pampa Lake, Anjani Kund, Rameshwar and Unaai that stand observer to occasions of the old epic ‘Ramayana’. Some of these spots even discover notice in old sacred writings and strict texts in setting with Lord Ram’s excursion looking for Devi Sita. These spots that were once visited by Lord Ram are altogether called as Rampagdandi in Gujarat. Continue Reading
Haryana Bhuteshwar Temple, Haryana Saloni Choudhary, October 9, 2021October 9, 2021Devoted to Lord Shiva, Bhuteshwar Temple is located in Jind, Haryana. As per the natives, the monarch of the Jind neighborhood, Raghbir Singh constructed this sanctuary, which is known as the Bhuteshwar Sanctuary. The Sanctuary is encircled by a large water tank and hence Bhuteshwar Temple is also known as Rani Talab. The main idol of Bhuteshwar sanctuary is an icon of Lord Shiva. It’s a unique and unconventional idol since it’s constructed from the white headstone and the hero of the deity has a mortal face. Continue Reading
Haryana Bhima Devi Temple, Haryana Saloni Choudhary, October 9, 2021October 9, 2021Alexander Cunningham, during his investigations in 1878-79, found in 27-line engraving of tenth century AD referencing Panchapura from which current name Pinjore is inferred. The notice of Panchpura in the Handi stone engravings (1167 AD) likewise appear to allude to this spot. The name Pinjore likewise seems, by all accounts, to be founded on the legend that the Pandavas had remained here throughout their outcast. Later on, this spot additionally came to be known as Bhima Nagar- – after a much venerated neighborhood sanctuary that came to be made at this old site. These confirmations propose that the ancient site of Panchapura and Bhima Nagar must have been a place of considerable importance between ninth to twelfth century AD. Continue Reading
Gujarat Nishkalank Mahadev Temple, Bhavnagar, Gujarat Pratik Dave, October 9, 2021October 9, 2021Nishkalank Mahadev Temple is a temple situated in Koliyak Beach in the town of Koliyak, Bhavnagar, Gujarat. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is worshipped as ‘The Destroyer’ within the Trimurti, the principal deity of this shrine is around 3 km east from the banks of Koliyak Beach inside the Arabian Sea. Continue Reading
Hindu Rituals Mehandipur Balaji Temple – The Sanctuary of Exorcism Pratik Dave, October 9, 2021October 9, 2021Famous for the exorcism of evil spirits, black magic and spells, this temple attracts lakhs of pilgrims every year all over the country to get rid of these negative spirits and to enter the new aura of positivity through Lord Hanuman’s worship. Continue Reading
Rajasthan Dilwara Temples – Panch Svetambara Derasar (Part 2) Pratik Dave, September 29, 2021September 29, 2021Pittalhar Temple, also called Adinatha Temple, is a temple dedicated to Rishabhanatha – the first tirthankara of Jain Dharma and founder of Ikshvaku Vansh. The temple was built by Bhima Shah, a minister in Gujarat Sultanate whose Sultan was Mahmud Begada. Established between 1316-1432 AD, this shrine features a huge metal statue caste out of five metals of the Rishabhanatha Swami – the principal deity of this temple. Continue Reading
Temple Circuits Dilwara Temples – Panch Svetambara Derasar (Part 1) Pratik Dave, September 29, 2021September 29, 2021The Dilwara Temples, popularly known as ‘Delvada Temples’ are some of the finest Jain Temples known all over the world for their incredible architecture and marvellous marble and stone carvings, having them acquire a superiority over Taj Mahal in the field of architecture by some experts. These temples are situated around 2.5 km from Mount Abu, the only hill station of Rajasthan situated in the Sirohi district. Built between the 11th and 16th centuries AD, these shrines are made up of white marble quarried from Arasur Hills near Ambaji in Banaskantha district, Gujarat, which represents the Maru-Gurjara architecture. Continue Reading
Jammu Kashmir Raghunath Temple, Jammu & Kashmir Pratik Dave, September 29, 2021September 29, 2021Dedicated to Lord Rama, who is worshipped as the 7th avatar of Lord Vishnu, Shri Raghunath Temple is situated in the Jammu town in the union territory of Jammu & Kashmir. The town is north of River Tawi at an average elevation of 350 m. Continue Reading
Jammu Kashmir Vaishno Devi Temple, Jammu & Kashmir Pratik Dave, September 29, 2021October 2, 2021The Vaishno Devi Temple is a prominent shrine where Mahakali, Mahalakshmi, and Mahasaraswati is worshipped as Maa Vaishno Devi, a manifestation of their energies. Situated in the Katra town of Reasi district, Jammu & Kashmir, the shrine is one of the 108 Shakti Peethas dedicated to Maa Durga, the principal aspect of Devi Maa. Continue Reading
Temple Circuits Sachiya Mata Temple, Osian Pratik Dave, September 29, 2021September 29, 2021Maa Sachiya is worshipped as the Kuldevi of the Parmar clan, which are the natives of Northern and Central Indian and so this temple was built by the then King of Parmar’s, Maharaja Upendra to dedicate himself in her service and to seek the blessings for the welfare of each citizen in his kingdom. Continue Reading
Uncategorized Importance of Shani Pradosh Saloni Choudhary, September 28, 2021September 29, 2021History Shani Pradosha, the pradosha falling on a Saturday relating to planet Saturn is considered… Continue Reading
Shiva Temples Shri Eklingji Temple, Kailashpuri Pratik Dave, September 27, 2021September 27, 2021Eklingji Temple is situated in the Kailashpuri town of Udaipur, the city which is regarded as the ‘City of Lakes’ in India. According to Hindu Ithihas, the presiding deity of this shrine, which is a four-faced black marble statue, is believed to be the ruling deity of Mewar Riyasat i.e.., Princely State with the Maharana being as the Dewan of the State. Continue Reading
Everyday Spiritual Activities एकादशी का महत्व admin, September 13, 2021December 18, 2022एकादशी का अर्थ है कि हमें अपनी 10 इंद्रियों और मस्तिष्क को नियंत्रित करना चाहिए। किसी को भी इच्छा के संबंध में भयानक विचारों को मन में प्रवेश नहीं करने देना चाहिए। एकादशी स्पष्ट रूप से भगवान को स्वीकार करने और स्वयं को संतुष्ट करने के लिए किया जाना चाहिए। Continue Reading
Madhya Pradesh चौसठ योगिनी मंदिर, भेड़ाघाट और भरत मिलाप मंदिर, चित्रकूट : मध्य प्रदेश के मंदिर Saloni Choudhary, September 13, 2021September 13, 2021चौसठ योगिनी मंदिर, भेड़ाघाट, जिसे अतिरिक्त रूप से गोलाकी मठ (गोल लॉज) के नाम से जाना जाता है, भारत के प्रत्येक योगिनी मंदिर में से एक है। इसका निर्माण एक बार कलचुरी राजवंश के शासकों की सहायता से किया गया था और 64 योगिनियों के साथ देवी दुर्गा को समर्पित किया गया था। Continue Reading
Madhya Pradesh Chausath Yogini Temple, Bhedaghat and Bharat Milap Mandir, Chitrakoot : MP Temples Saloni Choudhary, September 13, 2021September 13, 2021The Chausath Yogini Temple in Bhedaghat (MP) constructed in the tenth century with the aid of the rulers of Kalchuri Dynasty and committed to Goddess Durga alongside with 64 yoginis. Continue Reading
Uncategorized Importance of Ekadashi Saloni Choudhary, September 1, 2021September 17, 2021What is Ekadashi ? According to hindu sacred writing, there are two words in Ekadashi… Continue Reading
Shiva Temples Pancha Bhoota Sthalam – The 5 Shiva Temples (Part 2) Pratik Dave, September 1, 2021September 1, 2021Arunachalesvara Temple is locally known as Annamalaiyar Temple, where Lord Shiva is worshipped in the form of Agni lingam, the fire element of the Pancha Bhoota. Continue Reading
Madhya Pradesh लक्ष्मण मंदिर, खजुराहो और चतुर्भुज मंदिर, ओरछा : मध्यप्रदेश के मंदिर Saloni Choudhary, August 28, 2021August 29, 2021लक्ष्मण मंदिर १०वी से १३वी शताव्दी के अंतराल मे चंदेला द्वारा बनाया गया था । उस समय चंदेलाओ की राजधानी खजुराहो हुआ करती थी । चतुर्भुज मंदिर, भगवान विष्णु को समर्पित, मध्य प्रदेश के ओरछा में स्थित है। चतुर्भुज नाम ‘चतुर’ का मिश्रण है जो ‘चार’ और ‘भुज’ को दर्शाता है जिसका वास्तविक अर्थ में अर्थ है ‘वह जिसके चार हाथ हैं’ और भगवान राम-विष्णु के अवतार का संकेत है। अभयारण्य में एक जटिल बहुमंजिला संरचनात्मक परिप्रेक्ष्य है जो मंदिर, किला और महल वास्तुशिल्प का मिश्रण है। Continue Reading
hindi पार्श्वनाथ मंदिर और मातंगेश्वर मंदिर, खजुराहो : मध्य प्रदेश के मंदिर Saloni Choudhary, August 28, 2021August 28, 2021पार्श्वनाथ अभयारण्य मध्य प्रदेश के खजुराहो में स्थित दसवीं शताब्दी का जैन मंदिर है। यह संभवतः चंदेला समय के दौरान आदिनाथ मंदिर के रूप में बनाया गया था । मातंगेश्वर के अभयारण्य का निर्माण 10वीं शताब्दी के मध्य में चंदेला वंश के शासक चंद्र देव ने किया था। यह शासक भगवान शिव का एक कट्टर प्रशंसक था। शासक शिव को पूजनीय ऋषि मतंग के रूप में माना जाता है और फलस्वरूप इसका नाम मातंगेश्वर है। यह संभवत: मध्य प्रदेश का सबसे स्थापित अभयारण्य है। Continue Reading
hindi जावरी मंदिर और कंदरिया महादेव मंदिर, खजुराहो : मध्य प्रदेश के मंदिर Saloni Choudhary, August 28, 2021August 28, 2021जावरी मंदिर खजुराहो के सबसे सुंदर मंदिरों में से एक माना जाता है । कंदरिया महादेव मंदिर, ‘गुफा के महान भगवान’ को दर्शाता है, मध्य युग के अभयारण्य समूह में मध्य भारत के मध्य प्रदेश के खजुराहो में पाया जाने वाला सबसे आलीशान हिंदू अभयारण्य है। Continue Reading
Madhya Pradesh Lakshmana Temple, Khajuraho and Chaturbhuj Temple, Orchha : MP Temples Saloni Choudhary, August 28, 2021August 28, 2021The Lakshmana sanctuary was the first of a few sanctuaries worked by the Chandella lords in their recently made capital of Khajuraho. Chaturbhuj Temple, devoted to lord Vishnu, is situated at Orchha in Madhya Pradesh. Continue Reading
Madhya Pradesh Parsvanath Temple, Khajuraho and Matangeshvara Temple, Khajuraho : MP Temples Saloni Choudhary, August 28, 2021August 28, 2021Parshvanatha sanctuary is a tenth century Jain temple at Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh. Matangeshwar Temple is a Hindu sanctuary remains close to the popular Lakshmana Temple in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh. Continue Reading
Madhya Pradesh Javari Temple, Khajuraho and Kandariya Mahadeva Temple: MP Temples Saloni Choudhary, August 25, 2021August 28, 2021Javari Temple is considered to be one among the foremost beautiful temples in Khajuraho dedicated to Sri Vishnu. The Kandariya Mahadeva Temple , signifying “the Great God of the Cave”, found at Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh. Continue Reading
Uncategorized Ashtavinayak Yatra (Part 1) Simant Roy, August 4, 2021August 4, 2021Ashtavinayak Yatra is the tour of Eight Ganesh (Ganpati) Temple around Pune. It covers mountains, caves and banks of rivers in a 654 km long journey Continue Reading
Temple Circuits Nava Tirupati: Bhagawan Vishnu with Nava Grahas (Part 3) Simant Roy, July 27, 2021July 26, 2021Nava Tirupati is a set of nine temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu in Tiruchendur- Tirunelveli route in Tamil Nadu Continue Reading
Uncategorized Nava Tirupati: Bhagawan Vishnu With Nava Grahas (Part 2) Simant Roy, July 22, 2021July 26, 2021Nava Tirupati is a set of nine temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu in Tiruchendur- Tirunelveli route in Tamil Nadu Continue Reading
Temple Circuits Nava Tirupati: Bhagawan Vishnu with Nava Grahas (Part 1) Simant Roy, July 13, 2021July 26, 2021Nava Tirupati is a set of nine temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu in Tiruchendur- Tirunelveli route in Tamil Nadu Continue Reading
Shiva Temples Ramanathaswamy and Grishneshwar Temples: 12 Jyotirlingas (Part 7) Pratik Dave, July 12, 2021July 30, 2021Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple is also one of the 4 Char Dhams and one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams. Situated on Pamban Island (also known as Rameswaram Island), the temple has Tamil architecture type with an expansion during the 12th century by Pandya Dynasty. Continue Reading
Shiva Temples Baidyanath and Nageshwara Temples: 12 Jyotirlingas (Part 6) Pratik Dave, July 8, 2021July 30, 2021Famous for pilgrimage by Kanvarias (devotees of Shiva) and Kanwar Yatra, this shrine comprises 22 temples with the main one being dedicated to Baba Baidyanath. Continue Reading
Shiva Temples Kashi Vishwanath and Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temples: 12 Jyotirlingas (Part 5) Pratik Dave, July 7, 2021July 30, 2021Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, also known as the ‘Golden Temple of Lord Shiva’ is situated on the western bank of River Ganga, in the Varanasi town of Uttar Pradesh. Varanasi, popularly known as Kashi is aptly called the ‘Cultural Capital of India’. Continue Reading
Shiva Temples Kedarnath and Bhimashankar Temples: 12 Jyotirlingas (Part 4) Pratik Dave, July 5, 2021July 30, 2021According to Hindu Ithihas, these panch sites are built by Pandavas, the heroes of the Kurukshetra Yudha. After the yudha, they wished to atone for the sins of committing gotra hatya and Brahmanahatya during the yudha (war). Continue Reading
Shiva Temples Mahakaleshwar and Omkareshwar Temples: 12 Jyotirlingas (Part 3) Pratik Dave, July 5, 2021July 30, 2021Situated on the banks of the holy river Kshipra which is believed to originate from the heart of Varaha (Lord Vishnu’s Third Avatar), Mahakaleshwar Temple is one of the most sacred abodes of Lord Shiva located in the town of Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh Continue Reading
Shiva Temples Pancha Bhoota Sthalam – The 5 Shiva Temples (Part 1) Pratik Dave, July 4, 2021September 17, 2021Dedicated to Lord Shiva who is worshipped as Bhootpati or Bhootnath in Dakshina Bharat, the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams are the five temples each representing a manifestation of the five prime elements of nature: prithvi, jal, agni, vayu, and, aakash. The temples are located in the South Indian states of Tamil Nadu where four shrines are situated and one in Andhra Pradesh. These five elements which form the basis of this universe and every creation, are believed to be enshrined in the five lingams of the temples. Continue Reading
Shiva Temples Somnath and Mallikarjuna Temples: 12 Jyotirlingas (Part 2) Pratik Dave, July 3, 2021July 30, 2021Believed to be the first among the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines, the Somnath Temple is one of the most important centers for pilgrimage and tourism situated near the meeting point of three rivers i.e., Kapila, Hiran, and Saraswati rivers in Gir Somnath district of Gujarat. Continue Reading
Shiva Temples 12 Jyotirlingas – Aura of Divinity (Part 1) Pratik Dave, July 1, 2021July 18, 2021The culture and faith of Hinduism have strong roots in the learning of Puranas, ‘Purana’ which has its appearance in Vedic text like ‘Atharva Veda’. Out of 18 Maha Puranas, six are the most significant, namely Markandeya, Shiva, Linga, Brahma Vaivarta, Agni, and Padma Purana. Continue Reading
Shiva Temples Kasi Rameswaram Yatra Pratik Dave, June 27, 2021September 1, 2021Aptly called the Cultural Capital of India, Kasi (Varanasi) is an ultimate pilgrimage center for Hindus for ages. According to Hindu Ithihas (Purana), it is believed that Kasi was founded by Lord Shiva, one of three principal deities along with Vishnu and Brahma and so here we can see a mighty form of River Ganges (Ganga) which is said to have its origin in the tresses of Lord Shiva. Continue Reading
Temple Circuits Bahula Devi Mandir (Shakti Peeth) Simant Roy, June 26, 2021June 26, 2021Bahula Shaktipeeth is located in Ketugram village on the banks of Ajay river, at about… Continue Reading
hindi चार धाम यात्रा Pratik Dave, June 25, 2021June 26, 2021चार धाम यात्रा-मुक्ति का मार्ग माना जाता है। इसकी शुरुआत 8वीं सदी के सुधारक आदि शंकराचार्य ने की थी। चार हिंदू तीर्थ स्थल बद्रीनाथ, रामेश्वरम, द्वारका और पुरी। Continue Reading
hindi अमरनाथ : भगवान शिव की गुफा Simant Roy, June 25, 2021June 26, 2021जम्मू और कश्मीर में स्थित अमरनाथ गुफा ५००० वर्ष पुरानी मानी जाती है पुराणों के अनुसार यहाँ देवी सती का गला गिरने से शक्ति पीठ का निर्माण हुआ। मंदिर में भगवान शिव, भगवान गणेश, भगवान भैरव और देवी पार्वती के बर्फ के लिंगम के रूप में उपस्थिति है. Continue Reading
hindi अट्टाहास मंदिर admin, June 25, 2021June 26, 2021मंदिर का नाम संस्कृत शब्द ‘अट्टा’ और ‘हास’ से लिया गया है, जिसका अर्थ है जोरदार हंसी। हिंदू परंपरा के अनुसार, देवी सती की मृत्यु के बाद, भगवान शिव ने पूरे भारतीय उपमहाद्वीप में उनके शव को ले जाया, और भगवान विष्णु ने उनके शरीर को 51 टुकड़ों में काटने के लिए अपने सुदर्शन चक्र का उपयोग किया। इस प्रकार, देवी सती के होंठ यहां गिर गए थे। Continue Reading
Temple Circuits Attahas Temple Simant Roy, June 25, 2021June 25, 2021Attahas temple is located in Dakshini, on the banks of the river Ishani, in Katwa Subdivision of Birbhum district, of West Bengal. The temple is surrounded by natural beauty, making it a good location for a picnic or birdwatching in a spiritual environment. Continue Reading
Shiva Temples Amarnath: Cave of the deities Simant Roy, June 24, 2021June 25, 2021The Amarnath Temple cave in Jammu and Kashmir is believed to be around 5000 years… Continue Reading
Temple Circuits Char Dham Yatra Pratik Dave, June 22, 2021June 13, 2022Char Dham Yatra – Believed to be a path of Salvation. Initiated by Adi Shankaracharya, an 8th-century reformer. Four Hindu Pilgrimage Sites namely, Badrinath, Rameswaram, Dwarka, Puri. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu’s Avatar (Incarnation). Continue Reading
hindi भारत के ५१ शक्ति पीठ Simant Roy, June 21, 2021June 21, 202151 शक्ति पीठ या देवी स्थान भारतीय उपमहाद्वीप में फैले हुए मां शक्ति (भगवान शिव की पत्नी) को समर्पित मंदिर हैं Continue Reading
Temple Circuits Shakti Peeth- connect to the divine Simant Roy, June 19, 2021June 28, 2021The best joy of life is peace and satisfaction which is associated with spirituality. Temples… Continue Reading
Uncategorized Welcome to Temples of India Blog admin, June 18, 2021June 18, 2021॥ श्री गणेशाय नमः ॥ We at team Temples of India have begun a wonderful… Continue Reading