Temples

Kerala Piravi marks the birth of Kerala as a state in South India. The state was formed on November 1st in the year 1956. Before its formation, the place was known by its three independent provinces namely Malabar, Cochin and Travancore. ...

India is a land of many cultures, religions and traditions that come together and celebrate innumerable festivals. Places of all kinds of religious significance can, therefore, be found spread all across the country. This article, however, focuses on the Jain pilgrimage ...

Tucked away on the southern edge of Kumaon hills of the mighty Himalayas, Almora is a picturesque town in Uttarakhand that is believed to have been established by King Kalyan Chand in 1568. Almora is said to have got its name ...

Situated at an altitude of 1370 m above sea level, Bhimtal is an ancient town which is known for its temples, which are located amidst the majestic mountains and a clear blue lake. It is a place which lies close to ...

Known for its beautiful lakes, temples and scenic environment, Nainital is one of the most sought-after honeymoon destinations in the country. Nainital gets its name from Naina Devi, who is considered as the patron goddess of the region. According to mythology, ...

Located at a distance of 36 km from the popular town of Ukhimath, Madhyamaheshwar is an ancient shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva; it is situated at the base of the Chaukhamba peak of the Garhwal range. Situated at an altitude of ...

Shimla, the one word that can bring images of cool wind, of magnificent mountains, snowfall and nature in her best form, is a capital city of Himachal Pradesh. The other capital is Dharamshala, which is located about 240 km from Shimla. ...

Haridwar and Rishikesh-the twin holy cities that are the most sought-after pilgrimage sites of India-are situated just 20 km from each other in the Garhwal district of the beautiful state, Uttarakhand. The ancient city of Haridwar was formerly known as Gangadwar ...

The followers of Islam in northern Malabar refer to Ponnani, a small beach town situated in the Malappuram district, as the Mecca of Malabar. The town has a large number mosques, some of them are more than five centuries old. Ponnani ...

Situated near Perumbavoor in Ernakulam, Iringole Kavu is a gorgeous destination which you would love to go to for a walk, especially in the monsoon. Like most sacred groves, Iringole Kavu, too, has a temple which is dedicated to Mother Goddess. ...

Mahadeva temple at Vaikom is dedicated to Lord Shiva who is known as Vaikkathappan. Located in the Kottayam district of Kerala, Vaikom Mahadeva Temple is one of the few shrines which is considered important to both Shaivites and Vaishnavites alike. The ...

India is well known for being a secular country and is home to not just one or two religions but many, which coexist in peace and harmony and gives the country the title of Land of Faith. Trek through its majestic ...