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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.
Adinathar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu as Adinatha Perumal located in Alwarthirunagari, Thoothukudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the Nava Tirupati temples and one of the 108 Divya Desams revered by the Alvars. Traditionally regarded as the birthplace of Nammalvar, the temple features Dravidian architecture, a prominent gopuram, and shrines to Adinathanayaki. It is an important pilgrimage centre on the banks of the Tamiraparani River.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Swamy Temple is a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna located in Ambalappuzha, Alappuzha district of Kerala. Built during the 15th century by the local ruler Chembakasserry Pooradam Thirunal-Devanarayanan Thampuran, the temple features traditional Kerala architecture and houses a distinctive idol of Krishna depicted as Parthasarathi holding a whip and conch. The temple is renowned for its daily offering of Palpayasam, a sweet milk porridge considered sacred prasadam.
Ambika Mata Temple is an 11th-century Hindu temple located in Khedbrahma town in Sabarkantha district, Gujarat, on the banks of the Harnav River. Dedicated to Goddess Ambika, an incarnation of Durga, it is noted for its Chaulukya-style architecture, intricate stone carvings and sculpted exterior. Protected by the Archaeological Survey of India, the temple is an important religious and heritage site attracting pilgrims and visitors interested in history and architecture.
Amila Bhawani Dham is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Bhawani (Durga) located in Amila village in Mau district, Uttar Pradesh. Situated about 30 km from Mau city, it is a revered Shakti shrine for local devotees. The temple is known for its Navratri celebrations and annual fairs that attract large gatherings. The complex features a main sanctum, courtyard and surrounding shops serving pilgrims visiting the rural setting.
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.
Anantheshwara Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in the heart of Udupi, Karnataka. Situated adjacent to the Chandramouleshwara Temple near the Sri Krishna Matha, it is considered the oldest temple in Udupi. Built in a traditional Kerala-influenced style with later Vijayanagara renovations, the temple enshrines a Shiva linga and is noted for its stone architecture, historical inscriptions and religious importance to local devotees.
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.
Andhra Maha Vishnu Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Srikakulam Village, Thottambedu Mandal, Tirupati District, Andhra Pradesh, on the banks of the Swarnamukhi River. Believed to have origins in the 11th century, it is noted for its Dravidian architecture and association with Andhra Vishnu. The temple is an important Vaishnavite pilgrimage centre near Tirupati and Srikalahasti.
Angala Parameswari Amman Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Angala Parameswari, a fierce form of Shakti, located in Muthialpet, Puducherry. Situated in a densely populated residential area north of the city centre, the temple serves as an important local place of worship. It is known for its traditional South Indian architecture, vibrant festivals, and daily rituals attracting devotees from Puducherry and nearby Tamil Nadu.
Angala Parameswari Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Angala Parameswari, a fierce form of Shakti, located on Chinna Subraya Pillai Street in central Puducherry. Situated within the heritage town area, it serves as an important local place of worship. The temple features traditional South Indian architecture with a sanctum housing the deity and is known for its vibrant festivals and daily rituals attracting devotees and visitors.
Anjaneyar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman located in Anapatti village, Nilakottai Taluk, Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu. Situated in a rural agricultural setting near Nilakottai town, it serves as a local place of worship for the surrounding community. The temple is administered under the Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department and is notable as a village shrine reflecting traditional South Indian temple architecture and devotional practices.
Annapurna Devi Temple is a prominent Hindu temple in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, located in Vishwanath Gali near the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Dedicated to Goddess Annapurna, the goddess of food and nourishment, it is revered as the provider of sustenance. Built in 1729 in Nagara style by Maratha Peshwa Baji Rao I, the temple features a sanctum with the deity adorned with ornaments and is an important pilgrimage stop in the Kashi circuit.
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.
The Aryankavu Sastha Temple is a Hindu temple located in Aryankavu in the Kollam district of Kerala, near the Tamil Nadu border. It is one of the five major temples dedicated to Lord Shasta (Ayyappa) in Kerala, alongside Sabarimala, Achankovil, Kulathupuzha, and Kanthamala. The temple features a unique blend of Kerala and Tamil architectural styles and follows Tamil ritual traditions. The principal deity is depicted as a teenager, and the temple is believed to have been consecrated by sage Parashurama.
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.
Athmanathaswamy Temple at Avudayarkoil in Pudukkottai District, Tamil Nadu, is a renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva as Athmanathaswamy. Located in the village of Tirupperunturai, it is celebrated for its Dravidian architecture, vast granite complex, and association with saint Manikkavacakar. The temple is notable for its formless representation of Shiva and elaborate stone carvings, mandapams and gopurams developed over several centuries.
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.
Aundha Nagnath Jyotirlinga Temple is an ancient Shiva temple located in Aundha Nagnath, Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is revered as the eighth of the twelve Jyotirlingas and features Hemadpanthi architecture dating to the Yadava period with later renovations by Ahilyabai Holkar. The temple complex spans approximately 60,000 square feet and includes a subterranean sanctum. It holds religious significance for both Hindus and Sikhs due to its association with Saint Namdev.
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 Balak Nath Temple, also known as Deotsidh, is a sacred cave shrine located on a hilltop in Chakmoh village, Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh. The temple is dedicated to Baba Balak Nath, considered an incarnation of Lord Kartikeya (son of Lord Shiva). Situated in a natural cave at approximately 740 meters above sea level, this pilgrimage site attracts thousands of devotees annually, particularly during the Chaitra Mela fair held from March 14 to April 13.
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.
Babulnath Temple is an ancient Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated on a hillock near Girgaum Chowpatty in Mumbai. Dating back to the 12th century under King Bhimdev, it houses a Swayambhu Shivling discovered by a cowherd named Babul. The temple was reconstructed in 1836 and features traditional Solanki-style architecture with carved pillars. It remains one of Mumbai’s oldest and most revered religious sites, offering views of the Arabian Sea.
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.
Baddi Pochamma Temple is an ancient Hindu shrine located in Shiva Sai Nagar, Vemulawada, in Rajanna Sircilla district of Telangana. Built by Rashtrakuta King Baddiga Bhupathi, this temple is dedicated to Goddess Pochamma Devi, a revered village deity and manifestation of Sitala Devi. The temple features a granite image of the goddess with hands adorned with weapons and walls engraved with sculptures.
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.
Badrakali Amman Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Badrakali, located in Sivakasi, Virudhunagar District, Tamil Nadu. Revered as the guardian deity of Sivakasi, the temple is an important Shakti shrine for local devotees. It features traditional South Indian Dravidian architecture with a gopuram and sanctum housing the fierce form of the Goddess. The temple is especially crowded during annual festivals.
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.
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.
Bala Balaji Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara located in Appanapalli village in Mamidikuduru Mandal of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh. Often called the second Tirupati, it is situated near the Vasishta Godavari distributary. The temple is known for its east-facing deity, traditional South Indian architecture, and annual Brahmotsavams that attract large numbers of devotees from across coastal Andhra Pradesh.
Baladevjew Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Old Town, Keonjhar, Odisha. Dedicated to Lord Baladevjew (Lord Balarama) along with Lord Jagannath and Goddess Subhadra, it is the main temple of Keonjhar town. Built in the Kalinga architectural style, the temple is known for its stone structure, religious importance, and annual Rath Yatra festival that draws devotees from across the district.
Bala Hanuman Temple is a renowned Hindu temple on the southeastern bank of Lakhota Lake in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Dedicated to Lord Hanuman in his child form, it is famous for its continuous chanting of 'Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram' since 1 August 1964. The uninterrupted Akhand Ram Dhun has earned a place in the Guinness Book of World Records and makes the temple a major pilgrimage and tourist attraction in Jamnagar.
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.
Balajipuram Temple is a large modern Hindu temple complex located at Betul Bazar in Betul District, Madhya Pradesh, about 7 km from Betul town. Dedicated to Lord Venkateswara (Balaji), it is built in South Indian Dravidian style inspired by the Tirumala Temple. The complex includes a tall gopuram, shrines, artificial lake, gardens and is a prominent pilgrimage and tourist attraction in the region.
Balaji Temple is a Hindu temple located in Raghunathpura village, Ellenabad tehsil, Sirsa district, Haryana. Dedicated to Lord Balaji, a form of Lord Hanuman and Lord Venkateswara, it serves as a local place of worship for village residents and nearby communities. The temple features a simple shrine structure typical of rural Haryana temples and hosts regular daily prayers and gatherings during religious festivals.
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.
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.
Banke Bihari Temple is a renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna in Vrindavan, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. Located in the holy Braj region, it enshrines the deity Banke Bihari, depicted in the Tribhanga posture. Established in 1864, the temple is a major pilgrimage center attracting devotees year-round. Known for its unique darshan ritual where curtains are repeatedly drawn, vibrant festivals, and Rajasthani architectural style, it holds central importance in Vrindavan's religious landscape.
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 Bochasan, Anand district, Gujarat, is the first temple of the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS), inaugurated in 1907 by Shastriji Maharaj. Located in the village of Bochasan, it enshrines Akshar-Purushottam murtis and serves as the foundational pilgrimage site for BAPS followers worldwide. The temple features traditional stone architecture, daily worship rituals, and associated memorial shrines, attracting devotees and visitors year-round.
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.
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Salangpur (Sarangpur), Botad district, Gujarat, is a prominent Swaminarayan Hindu temple managed by the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS). Located in the village of Sarangpur, it is known for its marble architecture, intricately carved idols, and association with Gunatitanand Swami. The complex includes the main mandir, Smruti mandirs of revered gurus, and guest facilities, attracting pilgrims and visitors year-round.
BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Anand, Gujarat is a prominent Hindu temple of the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) located on Anand-Vidyanagar Road. Built in traditional stone architecture with intricately carved pillars and domes, it enshrines murtis of Swaminarayan, Gunatitanand Swami and other deities. Inaugurated by Pramukh Swami Maharaj, it serves as a major spiritual and cultural centre for devotees and visitors in the Charotar region.
BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, is a traditional mandir of the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha located in the Chitra area on the outskirts of the city. Built in traditional Gujarati stone architecture with carved pillars, domes and shikharas, it enshrines murtis of Bhagwan Swaminarayan, Aksharbrahma Gunatitanand Swami and other deities. The temple is a prominent religious and cultural centre known for its serene campus, daily worship and community services.
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Gadhada, Botad district, Gujarat, is a prominent Swaminarayan Hindu temple on the banks of the Ghela River. Built by the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha, it enshrines murtis of Swaminarayan and Gopinathji Maharaj. Gadhada is significant as the town where Swaminarayan resided for many years. The marble temple with traditional architecture attracts pilgrims and tourists for darshan and cultural visits.
BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Bharuch, Gujarat, is a traditional mandir of the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha located in Zadeshwar on the outskirts of Bharuch near the Narmada River. Built in traditional Gujarati stone architecture with carved pillars, domes and shikharas, it serves as a place of worship and community gathering. The temple is noted for its serene campus, daily rituals, and cultural and spiritual activities for devotees and visitors.
Bargabhima Temple is a revered Hindu temple located in Tamluk, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Dedicated to Goddess Bargabhima, an incarnation of Kali, it is regarded as one of the 51 Shakti Peethas where the left ankle of Goddess Sati is believed to have fallen. The temple is notable for its ancient origins, traditional Kalinga-style architecture, and its importance as a major pilgrimage centre in coastal West Bengal.
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.