15 places to discover
Amreshwar Dham, commonly known as Angrabari Temple, is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Angrabari village in Khunti district, Jharkhand, about 30-35 km from Ranchi. The temple is centered around a Shiva Linga and is notable as a major pilgrimage site for devotees in the region. Set in a quiet rural and forested surroundings, it attracts large gatherings during Maha Shivratri and the holy month of Shravan.
Chakla Lokenath Temple, also known as Chakla Lokenath Dham, is a Hindu temple in Chakla village, Deganga, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal. It is revered as the birthplace of 18th-19th century saint Baba Lokenath Brahmachari (1730-1890). The temple complex marks his birth site and is a major pilgrimage centre for devotees from West Bengal and Bangladesh, especially during festivals and anniversaries associated with the saint.
Devsar Dham is a Hindu temple complex located in Devsar village in Bhiwani district, Haryana. Dedicated to Goddess Durga (Maa Vaishno Devi), it is a prominent local pilgrimage centre and community religious site. The complex features main shrines, decorated halls and open courtyards set in a rural agricultural landscape. Known for Navratri celebrations and fairs, it attracts devotees from Bhiwani and surrounding districts for worship and sightseeing.
The Frog Temple (Medhak Mandir) is a distinctive 19th-century Shiva temple located in Oel town, Lakhimpur Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. Built on the back of a large stone frog, it is the only temple of its kind in India. Constructed between 1860 and 1870 by Raja Bakshi Singh of Oel State, the temple follows tantric Manduk architecture with an octagonal lotus-shaped base and houses a Narmadeshwar Shivling.
Gauri Shankar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati located in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh. Situated in the historic city known as the perfume capital of India, the temple is a prominent local place of worship and pilgrimage. It features traditional North Indian temple architecture with a Shiva lingam as the main deity and attracts devotees especially during Maha Shivratri and the holy month of Shravan.
Kachua Lokenath Temple is a Hindu temple located in Kachua village in North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It marks the birthplace of 18th-19th century saint Baba Lokenath Brahmachari and is a major pilgrimage centre for his devotees. The temple complex includes the main shrine, birthplace memorial and prayer halls, attracting large gatherings during annual festivals and throughout the year.
Kaitha Ancient Shiva Temple is a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Kaitha village in Ramgarh district, Jharkhand. Situated near the Damodar River, the temple is known for its ancient architecture and religious importance. Believed to have been built in the 17th century during the reign of the Ramgarh Raj, it attracts devotees especially during Maha Shivratri and Shravan. The temple reflects regional Nagara-style influences and remains an important local pilgrimage site.
Kungri Monastery is a historic Buddhist monastery of the Nyingma sect located in the Pin Valley of Lahaul and Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. Established around 1330 AD, it is recognized as the second oldest monastery in Spiti and the only one in the region belonging to the Nyingmapa order. The complex consists of three detached rectangular blocks facing east and houses ancient murals, silk paintings, and sacred texts. It serves as a significant center for tantric Buddhist practice and cultural heritage.
Mahendra Nath Temple is a revered Hindu Shiva temple located in Mehdar village in Siwan district, Bihar, on the border with Uttar Pradesh. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it houses a Shiva lingam and is a prominent pilgrimage centre for devotees in the region. The temple is known for its traditional North Indian architecture, annual Maha Shivratri celebrations, and its historical association with local rulers. It attracts visitors year-round for worship and sightseeing.
Narsingh Dev Ji Temple is a Hindu temple located in Ghagwal town in Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir. Dedicated to Lord Narasimha, an avatar of Lord Vishnu, it is a locally revered shrine and a centre of religious activity for the surrounding area. The temple features traditional North Indian temple architecture and hosts devotees throughout the year, with increased gatherings during religious festivals and the annual fair associated with the deity.
Nath Baba Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Buxar, Buxar district, Bihar, on the plains near the Ganges River. It is a locally significant place of worship associated with Nath Baba, a revered saint. The temple attracts devotees especially during Maha Shivratri and Shravan month. Known for its simple shrine architecture and peaceful surroundings, it serves as an important religious and cultural landmark for residents and visitors to Buxar.
Punaura Dham is a revered Hindu temple complex located in Punaura village, about 5 km west of Sitamarhi town in Sitamarhi district, Bihar. Believed to be the birthplace of Goddess Sita, wife of Lord Rama, it is a major pilgrimage centre in the Mithila region. The complex includes temples dedicated to Sita, Rama and other deities, a sacred pond and landscaped grounds attracting devotees and tourists year-round.
Shri Manmath Swami Samadhi Mandir is a historic religious site located at Kapildhar near Manjarsumbha in Beed district, Maharashtra. Dating back approximately 500 years, it marks the Sanjeevan Samadhi of Saint Manmath Swami, a revered figure in the Lingayat sect who attained samadhi at age 26. The temple complex is situated on a hillock about 18 km from Beed city and features a natural waterfall, pilgrim accommodation, and significant annual festivals attracting devotees.
Shri Nakoda Parshwanath Jain Temple is a major Śvetāmbara Jain pilgrimage site located in the Aravali hills of Barmer district, Rajasthan. Dedicated to Tirthankara Parshwanath, the temple is renowned for its unique worship of the guardian deity Nakoda Bhairava. The current structure dates back to the 11th century CE under the Solanki dynasty, featuring intricate Makrana marble and Jaisalmer sandstone architecture with 58 shrines and 246 historical inscriptions.
Vidyapati Dham is a revered Hindu temple complex located in Vidyapati Nagar, Samastipur district, Bihar, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is closely associated with the 14th-15th century Maithil poet Vidyapati, a devoted Shaivite. The temple enshrines a Shiva Lingam believed to have been worshipped by the poet. Situated near the Burhi Gandak River, it attracts devotees especially during Maha Shivratri and serves as an important cultural and religious landmark of the Mithila region.