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Alakhnath Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in the Alakhnath locality of Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. It is one of the four ancient Nath temples that give Bareilly the epithet Nath Nagri. The temple enshrines a Shiva lingam and is associated with the Naga sadhus of Anand Akhara. The complex includes the main shrine, smaller shrines and an ashram, and is a major pilgrimage centre in the city.
The Arasavalli Sun Temple is a 7th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Surya located in Arasavalli village, about 1 km east of Srikakulam town in Andhra Pradesh. Considered one of the oldest Sun temples in India alongside Konark, it is built in Kalinga architectural style and is notable for its black granite idol holding lotus flowers and the phenomenon where early morning sun rays fall on the deity's feet twice a year.
Bedi Hanuman Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman located on Chakratirtha Road near the sea beach in Puri, Odisha. Situated about 1.5 km northwest of the Shree Jagannath Temple, it is notable for the idol of Hanuman depicted with hands and feet bound by shackles (bedi). The temple is linked to the legend of Hanuman guarding Puri from the sea and is a popular pilgrimage stop for devotees visiting Puri.
Bhadrakali Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali located in Aharapada on the outskirts of Bhadrak town in Bhadrak District, Odisha, on the banks of the Salandi River. Revered as a prominent Shakti shrine, it is believed to have given the town its name. The temple features traditional Odishan architecture with a black granite idol and attracts devotees especially during Durga Puja and Navratri.
Bhadwamata Temple is a Hindu Shakti temple dedicated to Goddess Bhadwamata located in Bhadwa village, Neemuch District, Madhya Pradesh, about 18 km from Neemuch town. Situated on a small hillock along the Neemuch-Nimbahera road, it is a prominent regional pilgrimage centre. The temple is noted for its traditional architecture, serene rural surroundings and strong local faith, attracting large numbers of devotees especially during Navratri festivals.
Bhagabati Temple is a revered Hindu Shakti shrine located in Banapur town in Khordha district, Odisha, near the Chilika Lake region. Dedicated to Goddess Bhagabati, an incarnation of Durga, it is the presiding deity of Banapur and a major pilgrimage centre. The temple features traditional Kalinga architecture, stone carvings and a sanctum housing the goddess idol. It attracts devotees year-round, especially during Durga Puja and other Shakti festivals.
The Arulmigu Bhavani Amman Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Periyapalayam village in Tiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, about 45 km northwest of Chennai. Dedicated to Goddess Bhavani, a form of Shakti, it is a major pilgrimage centre for devotees from Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. The temple is known for its traditional South Indian architecture, large gopuram, and vibrant festivals, especially during the Tamil month of Aadi.
Bhimeshwari Devi Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Beri town in Jhajjar district, Haryana. Dedicated to Goddess Bhimeshwari, an incarnation of Durga, it is one of the most revered Shakti temples in the state. The temple is traditionally linked to Bhima of the Mahabharata and attracts large numbers of devotees, especially during Navratri. The complex features a marble sanctum, domed architecture and a bustling temple courtyard with shops.
Bhusandeswar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Bhusandeshwar village, Bhograi block, Balasore district, Odisha, near the Odisha-West Bengal border and close to Digha. It is renowned for housing a massive 12-foot tall and 14-foot wide black granite Shiva Lingam, widely cited as the largest in Asia. The temple is a significant pilgrimage centre, especially during Maha Shivratri and the month of Shravan, set in a rural coastal plain near the Subarnarekha River.
Bijethua Mahaviran Temple, also known as Bijethua Dham, is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman located in Bijethua village near Surapur in Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Situated about 50 km from Sultanpur city, it is revered as the site where Hanuman is believed to have defeated the demon Kalanemi while carrying the Sanjeevani herb. The temple attracts large numbers of devotees, especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays, and features a large Hanuman idol and surrounding fair area.
Chichi Mata Temple is a revered Hindu Shakti temple located in Samba town, Samba District, Jammu and Kashmir, about 35 km from Jammu city. Dedicated to Goddess Chichi Mata, an incarnation of Durga, it is one of the prominent shrines in the Jammu region. The temple attracts devotees year-round, especially during Navratri, and is known for its simple shrine architecture, religious atmosphere and local legends associated with the goddess.
Chikka Madhure Shani Mahatma Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shani located in Chikka Madhure village near Doddaballapura in Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka. Situated about 50 km north of Bengaluru, it is one of the prominent Shani shrines in the state. The temple features a black stone idol of Shani Mahatma and attracts devotees especially on Saturdays, Shani Amavasya and Shani Trayodashi for oil offerings and prayers for relief from Shani dosha.
Chinakkathoor Bhagavathy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Durga (Bhagavathy) located at Palappuram near Ottapalam in Palakkad district, Kerala. The temple is known for its traditional Kerala architecture and as the venue of the annual Chinakkathoor Pooram festival. Situated about 3 km from Ottapalam town, it is an important place of worship and cultural centre in central Kerala.
Dada Bhagwan Trimandir in Surendranagar, Gujarat, is a non-sectarian temple complex located on the Surendranagar-Rajkot Highway. Built under the inspiration of spiritual leader Dada Bhagwan (Ambalal Muljibhai Patel) and managed by the Dada Bhagwan Foundation, it enshrines idols representing Jainism, Shaivism and Vaishnavism under one roof. Known for its white marble architecture, serene gardens and message of unity among religions, it serves as a prominent spiritual and visitor attraction in the Saurashtra region.
Devi Talab Mandir is a prominent Hindu temple in Jalandhar, Punjab, dedicated to Goddess Durga. Centered around a historic 200-year-old sacred water tank (talab) that gives the temple its name, it is one of the city's most revered religious sites. The complex features a main shrine, replicas of Amarnath and Vaishno Devi caves, and ornate idols, attracting devotees especially during Navratri and serving as a key cultural landmark in the Doaba region.
Devi Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Durga located on Devi Mandir Road in Tehsil Camp, Panipat, Haryana. Situated within Panipat city, it is a well-known local place of worship and community gathering. The temple features a traditional north Indian shrine architecture with a sanctum housing the idol of the Goddess and is especially visited during Navratri and other festivals.
Devkali Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Durga/Kali located in the Devkali area of Lakhimpur city in Lakhimpur Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. Situated within the town, it is one of the prominent Shakti shrines of the region and attracts devotees especially during Navratri. The temple features traditional North Indian architecture with a sanctum housing the deity idol and is known for its religious importance and local fairs.
Dugdheshwar Nath Temple is a revered Hindu Shiva temple located in Rudrapur town in Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh. Situated on the banks of the Burhi Rapti River, it is dedicated to Lord Shiva and centers on a self-manifested Shivling. The temple is an important local pilgrimage site, especially during Maha Shivratri and the month of Shravan, and is known for its traditional North Indian temple architecture and religious fairs.
Eachanari Vinayagar Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha located in Eachanari on the Coimbatore-Pollachi Highway, about 10 km from Coimbatore city centre in Tamil Nadu. Known for its large 6-foot Vinayagar idol and tall gopuram, the temple is a major pilgrimage and tourist stop for travellers heading to Pollachi and Palakkad. Maintained by the Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department, it attracts devotees especially during Vinayaka Chaturthi.
The Ganagapur Dattatreya Temple is a prominent Hindu pilgrimage centre located in Ganagapur village, Afzalpur taluk, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, on the banks of the Bhima River. Dedicated to Lord Dattatreya, it is revered as the abode where Shri Narasimha Saraswati, regarded as the second incarnation of Dattatreya, resided for 23 years. The temple complex includes the main shrine, Nirguna Math and sacred river confluence, attracting devotees year-round.
Gauri Shankar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Pilibhit city in Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh, India. Situated within the urban area of Pilibhit, it is a locally revered shrine where devotees worship Shiva and Goddess Parvati together as Gauri Shankar. The temple features traditional North Indian architecture with a sanctum housing a Shiva lingam and is known as a peaceful place for daily prayers and festivals, especially Maha Shivratri.
Govindapuram Venkateswara Swamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, a form of Lord Vishnu, located in Govindapuram village of Pusapatirega Mandal in Vizianagaram District, Andhra Pradesh. Situated near Vizianagaram town, it is a locally revered place of worship and pilgrimage. The temple features traditional South Indian architecture and serves as a religious and cultural center for devotees in the region.
Huligemma Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Huligemma, a form of Durga, located at Huligi village near Munirabad in Koppal district, Karnataka, on the banks of the Tungabhadra River. It is a major pilgrimage centre for devotees from Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. Known for its traditional South Indian architecture, riverside setting near the Tungabhadra Dam, and large annual fair, it is an important cultural and religious landmark in the region.
Jageshwar Nath Temple is a revered Hindu Shiva temple located in Bandakpur village in Damoh District, Madhya Pradesh. Situated about 11 km from Damoh town, it is dedicated to Lord Shiva and centers on a large Shivlinga. The temple is an important regional pilgrimage site, especially during Maha Shivratri, and is known for its traditional stone architecture and peaceful rural setting.
Jamsawali Hanuman Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Jam Sawali village, Saunsar Tehsil, Chhindwara District, Madhya Pradesh, on the Chhindwara-Nagpur highway. It is renowned for its approximately 20-foot reclining idol of Lord Hanuman in a sleeping posture, considered rare in Central India and believed to be swayambhu. The temple draws large numbers of devotees throughout the year, especially on Tuesdays, Saturdays and during Hanuman Jayanti, set in a peaceful rural surroundings.
Kalabhairavar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Kala Bhairava, a fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva, located in Adhiyamankottai village near Dharmapuri in Tamil Nadu. Situated near the historic Adhiyamankottai Fort, it is one of the few temples in Tamil Nadu exclusively dedicated to Kala Bhairava. The temple is noted for its ancient origins linked to the Athiyaman dynasty and attracts devotees seeking protection and relief from planetary afflictions.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Vadodara, Gujarat is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, revered as Kashi Vishwanath. Located in the Karelibaug area of Vadodara city, it is modeled after the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple of Varanasi. The temple is known for its Shiva lingam, traditional shikhara architecture, and peaceful premises, attracting devotees and visitors throughout the year, especially during Maha Shivratri and Shravan month.
Khajrana Ganesh Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha located in the Khajrana locality of Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1735 by Ahilyabai Holkar, it houses a historic idol believed to have been recovered from a well. The temple is known for its large gateway, silver-adorned sanctum and extensive devotee offerings. It is one of Indore's most visited religious sites, especially crowded during Ganesh Chaturthi and Wednesdays.
Kokilavan Shani Dham is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shani located in Kokilavan village near Kosi Kalan in Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. Situated in the Braj region, it is revered as a major Shani pilgrimage centre and is associated with Krishna leelas. The temple enshrines a large black stone idol of Shani Dev and attracts thousands of devotees, especially on Saturdays, Shani Amavasya and Shani Jayanti.
Kudroli Gokarnanatha Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in the Kudroli area of Mangaluru, Karnataka. Dedicated to Lord Gokarnanatha, a form of Lord Shiva, it was consecrated in 1912 by social reformer Narayana Guru. Known for its Dravidian-style gopuram, marble interiors and vibrant Dasara celebrations, the temple is a major religious and cultural landmark of coastal Karnataka.
Maa Mangala Temple is a revered Hindu Shakti shrine located in Kakatpur town in Puri district, Odisha, on the banks of the Prachi River. Dedicated to Goddess Mangala, an incarnation of Durga, it is regarded as one of the prominent Shakti Peethas in Odisha. Built in the Kalinga architectural style, the temple is notably associated with the Nabakalebara ritual of the Jagannath Temple in Puri and attracts devotees year-round, especially during Durga Puja and other festivals.
Madwarani Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Madwarani, a form of Durga, located in Madwarani village in Mungeli District, Chhattisgarh. Situated about 25 km from Mungeli town near the Shivnath River, the temple is an important local pilgrimage centre. It is known for its peaceful rural setting, traditional architecture, and large gatherings during Navratri when devotees from across the region visit to offer prayers.
Mahalakshmi Temple at Goravanahalli is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi, located in Goravanahalli village, Koratagere Taluk, Tumakuru District, Karnataka. Situated about 75 km northwest of Bengaluru, the temple is known for its simple Dravidian-style structure, the black stone idol of the goddess, and its association with local legend of villager Abbayya. It is a major pilgrimage centre in the region, especially crowded on Fridays.
Mahalingeshwara Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in the heart of Puttur town in Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. Situated on Temple Road, it is one of the oldest and most revered Shiva temples in the coastal Karnataka region. The temple is known for its traditional Kerala-style architecture, sacred temple tank, and annual festivals that attract devotees from across the region.
Mallikarjuneswarar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Dharmapuri town, Dharmapuri District, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Shiva worshipped as Mallikarjuneswarar, it is situated in the Kottai area of the town. The temple features traditional Dravidian architecture and serves as a prominent local place of worship. It is known for its religious significance, daily pujas, and festivals, particularly Maha Shivaratri, attracting devotees from Dharmapuri and surrounding areas.
Mandaikadu Bhagavathi Amman Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathi located in Mandaikadu village near Colachel in Kanniyakumari District, Tamil Nadu. Revered as a Shakti shrine and often called the Sabarimala for women, it is famous for its 10-day annual Kodai festival. The temple features a traditional Kerala-style sanctum with an anthill-form idol and attracts large numbers of pilgrims from Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
Manikeswari Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Bhawanipatna, the district headquarters of Kalahandi in Odisha. Dedicated to Goddess Manikeswari, the presiding deity of Kalahandi, it is a major religious and cultural centre for the region. The temple is known for its traditional Kalinga-influenced architecture, daily worship rituals, and the annual Chhatar Jatra festival during Dussehra, which draws large numbers of devotees from across western Odisha.
Markandey Mahadev Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Kaithi village, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, at the confluence of the Ganga and Gomti rivers. Associated with Sage Markandeya, it is believed to be where Shiva protected the sage from Yama. The temple attracts devotees year-round, especially during Maha Shivratri and Shravan, and is notable for its sacred sangam setting and religious importance near Varanasi.
Mata Asthan is a revered Hindu temple located in central Purnea city in Purnea district, Bihar. Dedicated to Goddess Durga, it is one of the oldest and most visited religious sites in the region. The temple features a simple sanctum with the deity idol and is known for its peaceful courtyard and local devotional atmosphere. It holds importance for residents and visitors, especially during Navratri and Durga Puja when large gatherings occur.
Muthalavazhi Mariamman Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Mariamman located in Villianur, Puducherry. Situated about 10 km from Puducherry city, it is one of the prominent Amman temples in the region. The temple features traditional South Indian architecture with a gopuram and sanctum housing the goddess. It is known for its annual festivals, especially the Brahmotsavam, and attracts devotees seeking blessings for health and well-being.
Palhameshwari Devi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Palhameshwari, a form of Durga, located in Palhana village in Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. Revered as the presiding deity of Palhana, it is an important local pilgrimage centre in eastern Uttar Pradesh. The temple features traditional North Indian architecture and attracts large numbers of devotees, especially during Navratri festivals.
Maa Pataneswari Temple is a historic Hindu Shakti temple located in Modipara, Sambalpur, Odisha, on the banks of the Mahanadi River region. Dedicated to Goddess Pataneswari, the presiding deity of the Chauhan rulers, it is one of the oldest temples in western Odisha. Built in the 16th century, the temple features traditional Kalinga architecture and remains an important religious centre attracting devotees, especially during Navratri and Dussehra.
Patitapaban Jagannath Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath located in Jharsuguda city in Jharsuguda District, Odisha. Built in the architectural style of the Puri Jagannath Temple, it serves as a prominent religious center for devotees in western Odisha. The temple enshrines idols of Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra and is especially notable during the annual Ratha Yatra festival when large numbers of visitors gather.
Poondi Madha Basilica, also known as Our Lady of Lourdes Basilica, is a Roman Catholic minor basilica located in Poondi village near Thiruvaiyaru in Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu. Built in the early 18th century by Jesuit missionary Constantine Joseph Beschi, it houses a revered statue of Our Lady of Lourdes. Elevated to basilica status in 1999, it is a major Marian pilgrimage centre attracting devotees from across South India.
Pratyangira Devi Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Pratyangira located in Ayyavadi village near Kumbakonam in Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu. Situated on the banks of the Kollidam River tributary area, it is revered as a powerful Shakti shrine. The temple is known for its large idol of Pratyangira Devi in seated posture with lion face, and for Nikumbala Yagam rituals performed for protection and relief from doshas.
Puthanpurayil Bhagavathi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathi located in Chembra village in Mahe, an enclave of Puducherry on the Malabar Coast of India. The temple serves as a local place of worship and community gathering point for residents of Chembra and surrounding areas. It features traditional Kerala-style architecture and is known for annual Theyyam and Kaliyattam rituals that reflect the religious traditions of northern Kerala and the Mahe region.
Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Murugan atop Ratnagiri hillock near Vellore in Ranipet district, Tamil Nadu. Located about 13 km from Vellore on the Vellore-Chittoor highway, it is known for its hilltop setting, Dravidian architecture and panoramic views of the surrounding plains. Originating as a small 14th-century shrine and expanded in the 20th century, it is a prominent Murugan pilgrimage centre especially during Thaipusam and Panguni Uthiram.
Saraswathi Temple at Koothanur is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, located in Koothanur village in Nannilam Taluk, Tiruvarur District, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the few temples in Tamil Nadu dedicated solely to Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge, music and arts. Situated on the banks of the Haridra Nadhi, the temple is a prominent pilgrimage centre especially for students, artists and devotees seeking blessings for education.
Sheetla Mata Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Sheetla Mata, located on Sheetla Mata Road in Masani Village, Gurugram, Haryana. Believed to be the abode of Kripi, wife of Guru Dronacharya, the shrine is highly revered as the goddess of protection from diseases. The temple features traditional North Indian architecture, a sanctum with the deity idol, and attracts large crowds especially during Navratri and the annual Sheetla Ashtami fair.
Siddhinathaswamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Poovam village in Karaikal district, Puducherry, India. Situated in a rural setting near Karaikal town, the temple serves as a local place of worship and community gathering. It features traditional South Indian temple architecture with a sanctum for the presiding deity. The temple is visited by devotees from surrounding villages for daily prayers and festivals.
Southadka Shri Mahaganapathi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha located at Southadka near Kokkada in Belthangady taluk, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. Situated in an open field surrounded by lush greenery and areca plantations, the temple is notable for having no Garbhagriha or roof, with the idol worshipped under the open sky. It lies on the pilgrimage route between Dharmasthala and Kukke Subramanya and attracts devotees seeking blessings.
Sree Venugopalalayam is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Venugopala, a form of Lord Krishna, located on Station Road in Mahe, a coastal enclave of Puducherry surrounded by Kerala. The temple is a local place of worship and community gathering within the small town. Notable for its traditional Kerala-style architecture, sanctum with Venugopala idol, and calm devotional atmosphere, it reflects Mahe's religious heritage alongside its French colonial townscape.
Srikurmam Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Kurma, the tortoise avatar of Lord Vishnu, located in Srikurmam village in Gara Mandal, Srikakulam District, Andhra Pradesh. It is one of the very few temples in India dedicated to the Kurma avatar and is notable for its west-facing deity, distinctive architecture, ancient inscriptions, and sacred tortoise-shaped temple tank, Kurma Pushkarini.
Sri Mahalakshmi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi located in Kallur village, Manvi taluk, Raichur district, Karnataka. Situated on the banks of the Krishna River region, it is a prominent local pilgrimage centre revered by devotees from Raichur and surrounding districts. The temple features traditional South Indian architecture, a sanctum housing the deity, and hosts annual festivals and fairs that attract large gatherings.
Subramanya Swamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Murugan located in Kangeyanallur village in Vellore district, Tamil Nadu. Situated near Vellore city, it is a locally revered shrine attracting devotees especially during Murugan festivals. The temple features traditional South Indian architecture with a sanctum for Subramanya and associated deities. It serves as an important community religious centre for the surrounding area and is visited for daily worship and festive occasions.
Tarkulha Devi Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Durga, located in Tarkulha village in Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, about 22 km from Gorakhpur city on the Gorakhpur-Kushinagar road. The temple is known for its religious importance, especially during Navratri, and its association with the 1857 freedom struggle and martyr Bandhu Singh. Surrounded by rural landscape, it attracts devotees and visitors seeking darshan and cultural heritage.
Thipperudra Swamy Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Nayakanahatti village in Challakere Taluk of Chitradurga District, Karnataka. Dedicated to Thipperudra Swamy, revered as an incarnation of Lord Shiva, the temple is an important pilgrimage centre for Veerashaiva devotees. It is known for its Dravidian-style architecture, annual Jatra fair in March that draws lakhs of pilgrims, and its association with the 15th-16th century saint Thipperudra.
Ulavi Channabasaveshwara Temple is a prominent Lingayat pilgrimage temple located in Ulavi village in Joida Taluk of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. Situated inside dense Western Ghats forest, it is dedicated to Channabasavanna, nephew of 12th-century social reformer Basavanna. The temple marks the place where Channabasavanna attained samadhi and is revered by Veerashaiva-Lingayat devotees. It features a simple shrine, samadhi and surrounding forest landscape.
Unao Balaji Sun Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to the Sun God Surya located in Unao village in Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, on the banks of the Pahuj River. It is one of the few Sun temples in India and houses a black stone idol of Surya. The temple is noted for its traditional architecture, religious importance for devotees seeking healing, and its association with Sunday worship and festivals like Makar Sankranti.
Vanamamalai Perumal Temple is a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Nanguneri, Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu. Revered as one of the 108 Divya Desams and also known as Totadri, it is an important Vaishnavite pilgrimage centre associated with the Vanamamalai Mutt. Built in Dravidian architectural style with contributions from Pandya and later dynasties, the temple features ornate gopurams, mandapas and sacred tanks attracting devotees and visitors.
Veerapandi Gowmariamman Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Gowmariamman located in Veerapandi village on the outskirts of Theni town in Theni district, Tamil Nadu. Situated near the Mullai River, it is one of the most revered Amman temples in the region. The temple is known for its annual Chithirai festival, traditional Dravidian architecture with a gopuram, and its role as a major religious centre for devotees from Theni and surrounding districts.
Veereswara Swamy Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Muramalla village in I. Polavaram Mandal of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh, on the banks of the Gautami branch of the Godavari River. Revered as a sacred Shaivite shrine believed to have been established by Parashurama and later developed under Eastern Chalukya patronage, it is known for its distinctive Shiva lingam, traditional Dravidian architecture, and large devotee gatherings during Maha Shivaratri.
Venkateswara Swamy Temple at Dwaraka Tirumala is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara in Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. Located on a small hillock about 42 km from Eluru, it is popularly called Chinna Tirupati. The temple is known for its self-manifested idol and unique tradition of two idols, and attracts large numbers of pilgrims throughout the year.