Kedarnath Temple holds a special place among Hindu pilgrims devoted to Lord Shiva. Counted among the twelve sacred Jyotirlingas, the shrine stands at an elevation of 3,583 meters in the Garhwal Himalayas, close to the banks of the Mandakini River. What to Know About Kedarnath Kedarnath is one of the holiest pilgrimage sites in India, […]

The grand entrance of the Badrinath temple, famously known as Singhdwar, is vibrant and majestic. Rising about 50 feet, the shrine has a small golden cupola at the top. The structure is divided into three main sections: (a) the Garbha Griha or sanctum sanctorum, (b) the Darshan Mandap where daily rituals take place, and (c) […]

The Gangotri Temple, dedicated to Goddess Ganga, was built in the 18th century by Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa. It stands on the left bank of the Bhagirathi River, surrounded by serene deodar and pine forests. Nearby lies the sacred Bhagirath Shila, the spot where King Bhagirath is said to have worshipped Lord Shiva. The […]

The shrine of Yamunotri marks the origin of the sacred River Yamuna. It rests at the base of Bandar Poonch peak, which rises to 3,615 metres. The actual source of the river lies at the Champasar Glacier on Kalind Mountain, at about 4,421 metres above sea level. Since this spot is difficult to reach, the […]

The Somnath Temple, carved in warm honey-colored stone, stands proudly on the western edge of Gujarat. It marks the site where the first of the twelve sacred jyotirlingas appeared, as Lord Shiva manifested in a blazing column of light. The temple rises at the confluence of the Kapila, Hiran, and Saraswati rivers, with the Arabian […]

Mallikarjuna temple is in the holy place Srisailam in Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It stands as one of the most revered shrines, dedicated to the Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva and the Shakti Peeth of Goddess Parvati. The temple’s majestic structure with beautifully carved walls inside and outside makes it a true architectural marvel of India. […]