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Aasar-i-Sharief Shrine is an Islamic shrine located in Pinjura village in Shopian district, Jammu and Kashmir. It is revered for housing a relic believed to be a hair of the Prophet Muhammad, attracting devotees from across the Kashmir Valley. The shrine features traditional Kashmiri religious architecture and serves as an important centre of faith and community gathering, set within the rural landscape of southern Kashmir near Shopian town.
Abucay Church, formally Saint Dominic de Guzman Parish Church, is a historic Roman Catholic church in Laon, Abucay, Bataan, Philippines. Established in 1587 by Dominican missionaries, it is one of the oldest churches in the country. The church is notable for its early Baroque architecture, its association with Tomas Pinpin, the first Filipino printer, and its survival through earthquakes, Dutch attacks, and World War II. It remains an active parish under the Diocese of Balanga.
Achaladeepeswarar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Mohanur town in Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu, on the southern bank of the Cauvery River. The presiding deity is Lord Shiva as Achaladeepeswarar with Goddess Maduraveni. Built in Dravidian architectural style, it is a prominent religious site for the region and serves as a centre for daily worship and annual festivals.
Achhru Mata Temple is a Hindu temple located in Achhru village near Prithvipur town in Niwari district, Madhya Pradesh. Dedicated to Goddess Achhru Mata, a form of Durga, it is a revered local shrine attracting devotees especially during Navratri. The temple features traditional architecture and a serene rural setting. It holds religious importance for surrounding villages and serves as a cultural center for festivals and fairs.
Adasa Ganpati Temple is an ancient Hindu shrine located in Adasa village, Savner Taluka, Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is revered as one of the eight Ashtavinayak temples in the Vidarbha region and is dedicated to Lord Ganesha in the form of Shami Vighneshwar. The temple houses a self-manifested (Swayambhu) idol approximately 12 feet tall carved from a single stone. Situated atop a small hillock, the site also contains around 20 smaller shrines spread across ten hectares.
Adikesava Embermannar Swamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu as Adikesava, located in Narasapur (Narsapuram) in West Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh, near the Vasista Godavari river. Revered as a prominent Vaishnavite shrine associated with saint Ramanujacharya (Embermannar), it features traditional South Indian temple architecture with a gopuram and pillared halls and serves as an important pilgrimage centre in the coastal Godavari region.
Adi Subrahmanya Temple is a small shrine located in Subrahmanya village in Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, situated a short distance from the main Kukke Subramanya Temple. Dedicated to Vasuki and Adi Subrahmanya, it enshrines an anthill-shaped sanctum believed to mark the spot where Vasuki took refuge. The temple is notable for its association with Naga dosha rituals and its forested Western Ghats setting along the Kumaradhara River.
Adi Varaha Perumal Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his Varaha avatar, located in Kumbakonam, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. Situated in the historic temple town of Kumbakonam on the banks of the Kaveri River, it is known for its Dravidian architecture, sculpted pillars and Varaha iconography. The temple is revered by devotees and forms part of Kumbakonam's extensive circuit of ancient Vishnu and Shiva temples.
Advaita Acharya Temple, also known as Advaita Bhavan, is a revered Gaudiya Vaishnav temple in Shantipur, Nadia district, West Bengal. Located on the banks of the Bhagirathi River area, it marks the ancestral home of Advaita Acharya, a principal associate of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. The temple enshrines deities of Madan Gopal worshipped by Advaita and preserves his personal belongings, attracting pilgrims interested in Bengal's Vaishnav heritage and Chaitanya movement history.
Aerial Bay Masjid is a mosque located in Aerial Bay, a coastal settlement within Diglipur in North Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It serves as the primary place of worship for the local Muslim community in the Aerial Bay area near the Aerial Bay Jetty. The mosque features a simple functional structure with a prayer hall and is notable as a community religious centre in the northernmost town of the Andaman archipelago.
Agasthyeswara Swamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Proddatur town in YSR Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, on the banks of the Penna River. Believed to have been installed by Sage Agastya, the temple is a prominent local pilgrimage centre. It features traditional South Indian temple architecture with a Shiva lingam as the presiding deity and attracts devotees especially during Maha Shivaratri and Karthika Masam.
Agneeswarar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Thirupugalur village, Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Agneeswarar and Goddess Karundhazh Kuzhali, it is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in Tevaram hymns by Appar and Sambandar. The temple is noted for its twin shrines sharing a common complex, Chola-era architecture, and association with saint Appar who attained liberation here.
Agneeswarar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Thirukollikadu village in Tiruvarur District, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Agneeswarar and Goddess Mirudhu Paani, it is revered as one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams and as a Navagraha temple associated with Shani. Built in Dravidian style with Chola influences, it features a gopuram, shrines, and a temple tank, attracting pilgrims and visitors interested in religious heritage and architecture.
Agtalin Shrine is a cave shrine located in Barangay Dulangan, Pilar, Capiz, Philippines. Housed inside a natural limestone cave along the coast, it enshrines images of the Virgin Mary and other religious figures among stalactites and stalagmites. Developed as a pilgrimage and devotional site, it combines natural cave formations with Catholic religious displays and is notable as a local faith destination and natural attraction in eastern Capiz.
Ahilyabai Holkar Somnath Temple, also known as the Old Somnath Temple, is a historic Hindu temple located in Prabhas Patan, Somnath, in Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. Situated adjacent to the main Shree Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple near the Arabian Sea coast, it was built in 1783 by Maratha Queen Ahilyabai Holkar. The temple enshrines a Shiva lingam and is noted for its traditional architecture, underground sanctum and association with the revered Somnath Jyotirlinga pilgrimage.
Aizuto Mission Centre is a Christian mission centre located in Aizuto village in Zunheboto District, Nagaland, India. Situated in a rural hill area of central Nagaland, it functions as a religious and community centre serving the local population. The campus typically includes a church and associated mission facilities. It is notable as a local centre for worship, community gatherings and outreach activities within the predominantly Christian Sumi Naga area of Zunheboto.
Akbaria Masjid is a prominent mosque located in Wimberlygunj, South Andaman District, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. Situated about 20 kilometres south of Port Blair, it serves as a central place of worship for the local Muslim community. The mosque is known for its simple functional architecture, community role, and peaceful setting within the small town of Wimberlygunj, which has a diverse settler population.
Akka Swamigal Temple is a small Hindu shrine located in the coastal fishing hamlet of Vaithikuppam in Puducherry. Dedicated to Akka Swamigal, a locally revered female saint, the temple is an important community place of worship for residents. Known for its simple structure and devotional atmosphere, it reflects local folk religious traditions of the Puducherry coast. The temple is visited by devotees for prayer, offerings and quiet reflection near the shoreline.
Akshayalingaswamy Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Keezhvelur in Nagapattinam District, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Shiva worshipped as Akshayalingaswamy and Goddess Abhivruddhi Nayaki, it is noted for its Dravidian architecture and Chola-era origins. The temple is revered locally and associated with prosperity and Akshaya Tritiya traditions. Situated in the fertile Cauvery delta region, it serves as an important religious and cultural landmark for devotees and visitors.
Alarnath Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu worshipped as Alarnath, located in Brahmagiri in Puri district, Odisha, about 25 km from Puri. Revered as a form of Lord Jagannath, it is especially significant during the Anavasara period when the Jagannath Temple in Puri remains closed. The temple features Kalinga-style architecture, stone idols and a sacred pond, attracting pilgrims and visitors interested in Vaishnavite tradition and Odishan temple heritage.
Alathiyur Hanuman Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Alathiyur village near Tirur in Malappuram District, Kerala. Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, it is one of the rare and most revered Hanuman temples in Kerala. The temple is noted for its ancient idol of Hanuman facing east towards the nearby Rama temple, its traditional Kerala architecture, and its association with Ramayana traditions attracting devotees year-round.
Al Furqon Grand Mosque (Masjid Agung Al-Furqon) is the main grand mosque of Bandar Lampung, located in the Enggal district of central Bandar Lampung, Lampung Province, Indonesia. Situated on Jalan Cut Nyak Dien, it serves as a prominent Islamic center and city landmark. The mosque is notable for its large prayer hall, distinctive dome and minarets, and its role hosting daily prayers, religious gatherings, and community events for residents and visitors.
All Saints Cathedral is an Anglican cathedral located in central Shillong, Meghalaya, and serves as a prominent historic church of the Church of North India. Originally built in 1877 during the British colonial period, it was destroyed in the 1897 earthquake and later rebuilt. Notable for its colonial Gothic architecture, wooden interiors and serene setting, it remains an active place of worship and a significant heritage landmark in Shillong.
All Saints Cathedral, commonly known as Patthar Girja, is a historic Anglican cathedral located on MG Marg in Civil Lines, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Built between 1871 and 1887 in Gothic Revival style and designed by Sir William Emerson, it is noted for its red sandstone and white stone exterior, stained-glass windows, and marble altar. As a prominent colonial-era landmark and active place of worship under the Church of North India, it attracts visitors for architecture and heritage.
All Saints' Church is a historic Anglican church located in Sehore town, Sehore District, Madhya Pradesh, about 35 km from Bhopal. Built during the British colonial period in the 19th century when Sehore served as a British political agency headquarters, the church features simple colonial and Gothic-influenced architecture. It remains an active place of worship and a heritage landmark reflecting the town's colonial history and Christian community presence.
Alopi Devi Mandir, also known as Alopi Shankari Shakti Peeth, is a revered Hindu temple located in Alopibagh, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. It is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas where the right hand of Goddess Sati is believed to have fallen. Uniquely, no idol is worshipped; a wooden cradle or platform is venerated instead. The temple attracts devotees year-round, especially during Navratri, and is an important pilgrimage site in Prayagraj.
Amara Narayana Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Kaiwara town in Chikkaballapur district, Karnataka, about 65 km northeast of Bengaluru. Built in Dravidian and Vijayanagara architectural styles with origins attributed to the Chola period and later expansions, it is one of three major temples in Kaiwara. The temple is known for its ornate gopuram, pillared halls, and black stone idol of Amara Narayana, attracting pilgrims and heritage visitors.
Ambadevi Temple is a prominent Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess Amba (Durga) located in Amravati, Maharashtra. Situated on a hillock within the city, it serves as a significant religious center for local devotees. The temple features traditional architecture and hosts major celebrations during Navratri. It is an active place of worship with daily rituals and attracts pilgrims seeking blessings from the presiding deity throughout the year.
The Ammapalli Sita Ramachandra Swamy Temple is an ancient Hindu temple located in Ammapalli village near Shamshabad in Telangana's Ranga Reddy district. Dating back to the Kalyani Chalukya period (7th-12th century AD), this rare Kodandarama temple features distinctive architecture including an 80-foot gali gopuram and a sanctum sanctorum carved from a single stone. The temple is notable for being one of the few Rama temples without a Hanuman idol.
Anandi Swami Mandir is a historic Hindu temple located in Old Jalna, Maharashtra, dedicated to the revered saint Shri Sant Anandi Swami. Constructed approximately 250 years ago by Maratha warrior Mahadji Scindia, it marks the site where the saint attained Samadhi. The temple features traditional architecture and serves as a significant spiritual center hosting daily rituals and an annual fair on Ashadhi Ekadashi. It remains open daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM for devotees and visitors seeking peace.
The Ananthapura Lake Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Anantha Padmanabhaswamy located in the village of Ananthapura near Kumbla in Kasaragod district. It is the only lake temple in Kerala, built on an island in the center of a rectangular water tank. The temple holds significant cultural importance as it is believed to be the original seat (Moolasthanam) of Lord Padmanabhaswamy of Thiruvananthapuram and is considered one of the 108 Abhimana Kshethram of Vaishnavate tradition.
Anasakti Ashram is a historic retreat in Kausani where Mahatma Gandhi stayed for 14 days in 1929. During this period, he wrote his commentary on the Bhagavad Gita titled 'Anasakti Yoga', outlining the philosophy of non-attachment. The ashram features a small museum with photographs and writings from Gandhi's stay, along with a prayer room. It offers panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks and serves as a center for reflection and study.
Andalukkum Aiyan Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Adhanur village near Kumbakonam in Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams revered by the Alvars and is known for its presiding deity Andalakkum Aiyan and goddess Ranganayaki. Built in Dravidian style with Chola influences, the temple is noted for its religious importance, traditional architecture, and association with Vaishnavite heritage.
Anjani Kund is a small sacred water tank located in Bhulwana village in Rewari district, Haryana. Named after Goddess Anjani, mother of Hanuman, the kund is revered as a local religious site. It consists of a pond and adjacent shrine area used for prayer and ritual bathing. Situated in a rural agricultural setting, it serves as a community place of worship and reflects traditional Haryana village religious practices and water heritage.
Antipolo Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral and International Shrine located in Antipolo City, Rizal, Philippines. Officially the National Shrine of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage, it enshrines the 17th-century wooden image of the Virgin Mary brought from Mexico. Established by the Jesuits in 1578, destroyed in World War II and rebuilt in 1954, it was declared a cathedral in 1983 and an International Shrine in 2023.
Appar Birthplace Temple is a Hindu temple located in Thiruvamur village near Panruti in Cuddalore District, Tamil Nadu. It marks the birthplace of Tirunavukkarasar, known as Appar, one of the 63 Shaivite Nayanmars and a revered Tamil poet-saint of the 6th-7th century. The modest temple enshrines an image of Appar and is maintained as a memorial shrine. It is visited by devotees and pilgrims interested in Tamil Shaivite heritage and the history of the Bhakti movement.
Ardhnarishwar Temple is a Hindu shrine in Guptkashi dedicated to Lord Shiva in the Ardhanarishwar form, representing the divine union of Shiva and Parvati as half male and half female. Located near the Vishwanath Temple on the route to Kedarnath, it features a unique idol symbolizing gender unity. The temple holds mythological significance linked to the Pandavas from the Mahabharata epic.
Arevalo Church, also known as Santo Niño de Arevalo Parish Church, is a Roman Catholic heritage church in Villa Arevalo, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province, Philippines. Founded by Augustinians in 1581 as one of the earliest parishes in the region, it enshrines the Santo Niño de Arevalo, regarded as the third oldest Santo Niño image in the Philippines. The present structure reflects post-earthquake reconstruction and remains a significant religious and historical landmark in western Visayas.
Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple is a Hindu temple located on Jalan Tebrau in Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia. Established in 1922 and rebuilt in 1996 with extensive glass mosaic decoration, it is recognized as the first and only glass temple in Malaysia and listed in the Malaysian Book of Records. Dedicated to Rajakaliamman, the temple features over 300,000 pieces of coloured glass covering walls, pillars and ceilings, attracting devotees and visitors.
Ashtalakshmi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi in her eight divine forms, located in Kothapet, Hyderabad. Consecrated in April 1996 under the guidance of Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Swamiji of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, the temple features South Indian architecture modeled after the Chennai shrine. It houses idols of Adilakshmi, Aishwaryalakshmi, Santanalakshmi, Dhanalakshmi, Dhanyalakshmi, Gajalakshmi, Vijayalakshmi, and Varalakshmi, along with Lord Venkateswara.
The Attukal Bhagavathy Temple is a renowned Hindu shrine located in Attukal, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Situated on the banks of the Killi River, approximately two kilometers from East Fort, it is dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali, identified with Kannagi from the Tamil epic Silappathikaram. The temple is globally famous for the Attukal Pongala festival, which holds a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of women for a religious activity.
Avalokitesvara Graha Temple is a prominent Buddhist temple located on Bintan Island near Tanjung Pinang in the Riau Islands, Indonesia. Completed in the late 2000s, it is known for its large outdoor statue of Avalokitesvara (Guan Yin) and extensive grounds featuring hundreds of Arhat statues. The complex serves as a place of worship and a visitor attraction, combining religious architecture, landscaped gardens, and panoramic views of the surrounding area.
Avundeeswarar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Nemam village, Thiruvaiyaru Taluk, Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Shiva worshipped as Avundeeswarar, it serves as a local place of worship and cultural landmark in the Cauvery delta region. The temple features traditional South Indian Dravidian architecture with a sanctum, mandapa and gopuram elements typical of Tamil Nadu village temples, and is visited by devotees and visitors exploring the heritage temples around Thanjavur and Thiruvaiyaru.
The Ayyappa Swamy Temple is located in Bichkunda Village and Mandal of Kamareddy District, Telangana. It is one of the largest pilgrimage temples in the district, dedicated to Lord Ayyappan, a Hindu celibate deity believed to be the son of Shiva and Mohini. The temple attracts numerous devotees daily and serves as an important spiritual center for the region.
Baba Balraj Temple is a Hindu temple located in Balachaur town in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India. Dedicated to Baba Balraj, a locally revered folk deity, the temple serves as a community place of worship and cultural gathering. It is known among residents for daily prayers and periodic fairs. The simple shrine structure reflects regional temple architecture and attracts devotees from Balachaur and surrounding villages.
Baba Goran Shrine is a locally revered shrine located in Goran village in Samba District of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Situated in a rural agricultural setting near Samba town on the Jammu plains, the shrine is dedicated to Baba Goran, a folk saint venerated by residents of Goran and surrounding villages. It serves as a place of prayer and community gathering, reflecting local devotional traditions and rural cultural heritage.
Babaji Kuti is a small religious hermitage located in Bangaon village in Saharsa district, Bihar. It is known locally as the dwelling or memorial associated with a revered saint referred to as Babaji. The site consists of a simple kuti structure and is visited by local devotees for quiet prayer and remembrance. Situated in the rural Mithila region of northern Bihar, it reflects local devotional traditions and village-level religious heritage.
Baba Kali Kamli Temple is a Hindu temple located in Thanesar in Kurukshetra district, Haryana. Situated in the historic town of Thanesar, part of the Kurukshetra pilgrimage circuit, the temple is dedicated to Hindu worship and is visited by devotees and tourists exploring the sacred tanks and temples of the area. It is known as a quiet place of prayer within the culturally significant Kurukshetra region associated with ancient pilgrimage traditions.
Baba Sarbangi Dera is a local religious shrine located in Helwa village in Bhiwani district, Haryana, India. The dera is dedicated to Baba Sarbangi, a revered local saint, and serves as a place of worship and community gathering for villagers and devotees from nearby areas. The site features a simple shrine structure within a rural village setting, reflecting local devotional traditions and folk religious practices of the region.
Bada Digambar Jain Mandir is a prominent Digambar Jain temple located in Hastinapur, Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh. Dedicated to the 16th Jain Tirthankara Shri Shantinath, it stands in the ancient town revered as the birthplace of three Tirthankaras - Shantinath, Kunthunath and Aranath. The temple features traditional North Indian Jain architecture with a high shikhara, carved pillars and marble idols, and is a major pilgrimage centre within Hastinapur's cluster of Jain shrines.
Badar Saheb Bari is a revered Islamic shrine located in Udaipur, Gomati district, Tripura. Dedicated to Sufi saint Hazrat Badar Saheb, it is situated in the historic temple town of Udaipur, former capital of Tripura. The shrine is known for its simple structure and significance as a symbol of communal harmony, visited by devotees of different faiths. It is particularly noted during the annual Urs festival and for its peaceful surroundings.
Bade Hanuman Ji Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman located in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. Situated in the Civil Lines area of the city, it is known for its large idol of Hanuman and is a major centre of devotion for local residents. The temple attracts large numbers of devotees especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays and during Hanuman Jayanti, offering a peaceful setting for prayer and religious observance.
Bade Hanuman Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman located in Chandausi town in Sambhal district, Uttar Pradesh. Known locally as Bada Hanuman Mandir, it houses a large idol of Hanuman and serves as an important place of worship for local devotees. The temple attracts visitors especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays and during Hanuman Jayanti. Situated within the town area, it is easily accessible and reflects the religious traditions of the region.
Bageshwar Dham Balaji Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman located in Gadha village in Chhatarpur District, Madhya Pradesh. Centered around a self-manifested idol of Balaji, the temple is a prominent pilgrimage center attracting large numbers of devotees. Known for daily darshan, Tuesday and Saturday gatherings, and spiritual discourses, the complex includes the main shrine, prayer halls and surrounding facilities serving visitors year-round.
Baguio Cathedral, formally Our Lady of the Atonement Cathedral, is a Neo-Romanesque Catholic cathedral atop Mount Mary Hill in central Baguio City, Benguet. Completed in 1936 by Belgian CICM missionaries, it serves as the seat of the Diocese of Baguio. Notable for its distinctive rose-pink facade, twin belfries, and stained-glass windows, it survived World War II and remains a major religious and landmark attraction overlooking Session Road.
Baiju Temple is a Hindu shrine located within the Baba Baidyanath Temple complex in Deoghar, Jharkhand. It is one of the 22 temples clustered around the main Baidyanath Jyotirlinga shrine, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple features traditional Nagara-style architecture with a curvilinear shikhara and is an integral part of the pilgrimage circuit visited by devotees year-round, especially during the Shravani Mela.
Balaji Pahadi Temple, also known as Ichyapurn Shree Hanuman Mandir, is a historic Hindu temple situated atop a small hill in Pilani, Rajasthan. Established in 1919, it is dedicated to Lord Hanuman in his five-faced Panchmukhi form. The temple is revered for its peaceful hilltop setting and requires devotees to climb a short flight of stairs to reach the shrine. It serves as a significant spiritual landmark in the Shekhawati region.
Balaji Temple in Valparai is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara (Balaji), an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, located in the hill station town of Valparai in Coimbatore District, Tamil Nadu. Situated amidst tea plantations and the Anamalai Hills of the Western Ghats, the temple is built in South Indian style reminiscent of the Tirumala Tirupati Temple and serves as an important place of worship for local residents and visitors to Valparai.
Baldev Ji Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Panna town, Panna District, Madhya Pradesh, dedicated to Lord Baldev Ji (Balarama), an incarnation of Lord Vishnu and elder brother of Lord Krishna. Built in the late 18th century during the Bundela period, the temple is noted for its distinctive architecture with Gothic-influenced arches and Nagara-style elements. It is a major religious center in Panna and attracts devotees and tourists visiting the Bundelkhand region.
Banapuriswarar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Kumbakonam, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, on the banks of the Kaveri River region. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Banapuriswarar and Goddess Somakamalambal, it is traditionally believed to have been worshipped by Banasura. The temple features Dravidian architecture with a lingam sanctum, gopuram and mandapas. It is part of Kumbakonam's extensive temple circuit and noted for its religious and architectural heritage.
The Basilica of the Holy Rosary, commonly known as Bandel Basilica, is a historic Roman Catholic church in Bandel, Hooghly district, West Bengal, on the banks of the Hooghly River. Founded by Portuguese missionaries in 1599, it is one of the oldest Christian churches in West Bengal. Rebuilt after destruction in 1632, it features Portuguese architecture, a ship-mast memorial and was declared a Minor Basilica by Pope John Paul II in 1988.
Bangued Cathedral, formally Saint James the Elder Cathedral, is the Roman Catholic cathedral located in the town center of Bangued, capital of Abra Province in northern Luzon, Philippines. It serves as the seat of the Diocese of Bangued. Originally established as a mission in 1598 and built as a church in 1722 by Augustinian missionaries, it was destroyed during World War II in 1945 and subsequently rebuilt. The cathedral is notable for its simple facade, bell tower, and role as the religious center of Abra.
Banke Bihari Temple is a Hindu temple located in Gahrauli village in Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh, India. Dedicated to Lord Krishna worshipped as Banke Bihari, it serves as a local place of worship and community gathering. The temple is a modest village shrine typical of the Bundelkhand region. It is notable locally for daily worship, observance of festivals such as Janmashtami and Holi, and its role in the religious life of Gahrauli residents.
The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir at Adajan is a prominent Hindu temple located in the Adajan area of Surat, Gujarat, on the banks of the Tapi River. Built by the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha, it is known for its white marble architecture, intricately carved pillars and domes, and serene spiritual atmosphere. The temple serves as a major centre for worship, cultural activities and community gatherings for devotees in Surat.
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Rajkot, Gujarat, is a traditional stone temple built by the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha on Kalawad Road. Inaugurated in 1998, it is constructed in pink sandstone and marble in traditional shilpashastra style. The mandir enshrines murtis of Swaminarayan, Gunatitanand Swami and other deities and serves as a major spiritual and cultural centre for devotees and visitors in Saurashtra.
The Baptist Church in Kasauli is a historic brick and wood structure built in 1923 during the British colonial era. Located near the Sadar Bazaar and Judicial Court Complex, it features neo-gothic architecture with arched windows and stained glass. The church suffered fire damage in 2008 that destroyed its internal furnishings but remains a notable example of colonial-era religious architecture in Himachal Pradesh.
Baranagar Math is the first monastery of the Ramakrishna Order located in Baranagar, North 24 Parganas, near Kolkata, West Bengal. Established in October 1886 after the passing of Sri Ramakrishna, it served as the residence of Swami Vivekananda and his brother disciples. The dilapidated house where they lived, performed spiritual practices and took monastic vows is preserved as a heritage shrine and pilgrimage site.
Baruipur Madan Mohan Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna worshipped as Madan Mohan, located in Baruipur town in South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. Situated near Baruipur Junction, it serves as an important local place of worship. The temple is known for its traditional Bengal temple architecture, daily worship rituals, and annual celebrations of Janmashtami and Rash Yatra, attracting devotees from Baruipur and surrounding areas.
Basavanna Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Basavanna (Basaveshwara), the 12th-century philosopher and founder of the Lingayat tradition, located in Tamboor village in Kalghatgi Taluk of Dharwad District, Karnataka. Situated about 35 km from Dharwad, it is a revered pilgrimage centre for the Lingayat community and a notable local landmark known for its simple architecture and annual religious gatherings.
The Minor Basilica of La Virgen Divina Pastora, also known as Gapan Church, is a Roman Catholic basilica and national shrine located in Barangay San Vicente, Gapan City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. Established as a parish in 1595 and rebuilt in its present Baroque form in the 19th century, it enshrines the revered image of La Virgen Divina Pastora. Declared a National Shrine in 1986 and a Minor Basilica in 2024, it is a major pilgrimage center in Central Luzon.