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Temple
1674
Bhadrachalam Temple
Bhadrachalam (Bhadradri Kothagudem District), Telangana, India
South Indian Temple Style
Major Pilgrimage Site (Rama), managed by Endowments Dept./Trust.
Situated on the banks of the Godavari River in Bhadrachalam, Telangana, this prominent temple is dedicated to Lord Rama. Known as Sri Sita Ramachandraswamy Temple, it holds immense significance in Hindu mythology, particularly associated with events from the Ramayana. The temple complex showcases intricate carvings and attracts legions of devotees, especially during Sri Rama Navami celebrations. It's a key pilgrimage destination in South India, revered for its spiritual ambiance and connection to Lord Rama's legendary life.
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Temple
1150
Siddheshwar Temple
Solapur, Maharashtra, India
Chalukya / Maratha Influence
Important regional Pilgrimage Site, managed by Trust.
Located in Solapur, Maharashtra, the Siddheshwar Temple is situated within a picturesque lake (Siddheshwar Lake) and is dedicated to Siddheshwar, considered an incarnation of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. The temple complex, associated with the Lingayat saint Siddharameshwar, includes various shrines and is connected by pathways over the water. It's famous for the annual Gadda Yatra fair held during Makar Sankranti, attracting large numbers of devotees for worship and celebration at this unique lakeside location.
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Dwarkadhish Temple
Dwarka (Devbhumi Dwarka District), Gujarat, India
Chalukya Style / Nagara Influence
Major Pilgrimage Site (Char Dham), managed by Trust; nearby ASI interest.
The Dwarkadhish Temple, also known as Jagat Mandir, located in Dwarka, Gujarat, is a major Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Krishna. As part of the Char Dham yatra, it holds immense significance. The towering, multi-storied main temple, built of limestone and sand, features intricate carvings and a flag (dhwaja) that is changed multiple times daily. Believed to stand near Krishna's ancient capital, it draws countless devotees seeking blessings and experiencing the divine aura of this sacred coastal city's history.
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Temple
1734
Sivadol Temple
Sivasagar, Assam, India
Ahom Architecture / Shikhara Style
Protected Monument of National Importance (ASI).
Located on the banks of the Sivasagar tank (Borpukhuri) in Sivasagar, Assam, Sivadol is a prominent group of structures comprising three temples: Sivadol (dedicated to Shiva), Vishnudol (Vishnu), and Devidol (Durga). Built in the 18th century by the Ahom queen Ambika Konwari, Sivadol temple itself is believed to be the tallest Shiva temple in India, featuring a towering shikhara topped with a golden dome. The complex showcases Ahom architecture and remains an important religious center in Upper Assam area.
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Temple
1204
Baijnath Temple
Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India
Nagara Architecture
Protected Monument of National Importance (ASI).
Situated in the Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh, the Baijnath Temple is an exquisite example of Nagara style medieval North Indian temple architecture, dating back to the 13th century. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Vaidyanath (Lord of Physicians), the temple features intricate carvings and sculptures. It holds significant religious importance and is known for its serene setting against the backdrop of the Dhauladhar mountain range. The temple attracts devotees and tourists interested in its history and architectural beauty.
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Archaeological Site/Ruins
450
Dah Parvatiya Temple Ruins
Tezpur (Sonitpur District), Assam, India
Gupta Period Architecture
Protected Monument of National Importance (ASI) - significant Gupta ruins.
Located near Tezpur, Assam, the Dah Parvatiya site features the ruins of a 6th-century Gupta-era temple doorway. Considered one of the oldest examples of monumental stone carving in Assam, the intricately carved doorframe depicts goddesses Ganga and Yamuna, along with floral patterns and mythological figures. These ruins, protected by the Archaeological Survey of India, offer valuable insights into the region's early architectural and artistic heritage during the Gupta period, highlighting its significance.
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Temple
1846
Shree Govindajee Temple
Imphal (Imphal West District), Manipur, India
Bengali / Manipuri Temple Style
Important Vaishnavite Temple (Manipur kingdom heritage), likely State protected/recognized.
Located next to the former Royal Palace in Imphal, Manipur, Shree Govindajee Temple is the most important Vaishnavite temple in the state. Dedicated to Radha Govinda (Radha Krishna), Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra, the temple features twin golden domes, a paved courtyard, and a large assembly hall. Originally built in the early 19th century, it serves as the center for religious activities and classical Manipuri Ras Lila dance performances, playing a vital role in the cultural life of the Manipuri people.
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Temple Complex
650
Katas Raj Temples
Katas (Chakwal District), Punjab
Kashmiri / Hindu Shahi Style
Important Archaeological & Pilgrimage Site (Hindu ruins), protected by Pakistan Arch. Dept.
Located in the Potohar Plateau near Chakwal, Punjab, Pakistan, Katas Raj is an ancient temple complex sacred to Hindus. It features a cluster of temples interconnected around a sacred pond (Katas Kund), believed in mythology to have been formed from Lord Shiva's tears. The site includes ruins dating from the Hindu Shahi period (7th-10th centuries CE) and later additions. Though needing preservation, it remains an important pilgrimage site and a symbol of the region's pre-Islamic history and shared cultural heritage.
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Temple
1660
Bhubaneswari Temple
Udaipur (Gomati District), Tripura, India
Bengali Charchala Style
Protected Monument of National Importance (ASI).
Situated atop a small hill near the banks of the Gomati River in Udaipur, Tripura, the Bhubaneswari Temple is a historic Hindu shrine. Built by Maharaja Govinda Manikya in the 17th century, it gained prominence through Rabindranath Tagore's play 'Rajarshi' and novel 'Bishorjan'. The temple, dedicated to Goddess Bhubaneswari, features typical Bengali 'char-chala' architecture. Though modest in size, its historical and literary connections make it a significant landmark, attracting visitors exploring Tripura's past.
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Temple
1075
Chausath Yogini Temple (Mitaoli)
Mitaoli (Morena District), Madhya Pradesh, India
Early Medieval Circular Temple Style
Protected Monument of National Importance (ASI).
Located near Morena, Madhya Pradesh, the Chausath Yogini Temple at Mitaoli is a unique circular, hypaethral (roofless) temple dating back to the 11th century. Dedicated to the 64 Yoginis (powerful female deities), it features 64 subsidiary shrines lining the inner circumference and a central Shiva shrine. Its distinct architecture is believed to have inspired the design of India's old Parliament House. This archaeological monument offers insights into tantric worship practices and early medieval temple design.
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Muktinath Temple
Ranipauwa (Mustang District), Gandaki Province, Nepal
Pagoda / Himalayan Temple Style
Major Pilgrimage Site (Hindu/Buddhist), protected/managed by Nepal authorities (DoA/ACAP).
Situated in the Mustang district of Nepal, Muktinath is a sacred pilgrimage site revered by both Hindus and Buddhists. Located at high altitude in the Himalayas, the temple complex features the main Vishnu temple, Buddhist gompas, eternal flames fueled by natural gas, and 108 waterspouts (Muktidhara) where pilgrims bathe. Hindus consider it a 'Mukti Kshetra' (place of liberation), while Buddhists regard it as a place of Dakinis (sky dancers). Its unique blend of traditions attracts diverse spiritual seekers globally.
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Temple
1550
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Mylapore (Chennai District), Tamil Nadu, India
Dravidian Architecture
Important historical temple, major religious center managed by HR&CE TN.
Located in Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, the Kapaleeshwarar Temple is a vibrant Dravidian-style temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Rebuilt in the 16th century after destruction, it features a towering gopuram adorned with colorful stucco figures depicting Puranic legends. The temple complex includes shrines for Shiva (Kapaleeshwarar) and Parvati (Karpagambal). It's known for its lively atmosphere, intricate sculptures, and the annual Arupathumoovar festival celebrating the 63 Nayanmars (Saivite saints).
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