Sacred Temples of Bharat
1000+ Hindu temples across India with history, significance and travel guide.
Padmanabhaswamy Temple
Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is a Vishnu temple famous worldwide for housing one of the largest discoveries of ancient treasure in its secret vaults, alongside its profound religious and architectural significance.
Sabarimala Sree Dharma Sastha Temple
Sabarimala Temple, dedicated to Lord Ayyappa, is located deep within the Periyar Tiger Reserve forest in the Western Ghats of Kerala. It is one of the largest annual pilgrimages in the world, with an estimated 40-50 million devotees visiting during its short pilgrimage season.
Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple
Guruvayur Temple in Kerala is one of the most significant Krishna temples in South India, often called "Dwarka of the South," drawing millions of devotees, particularly known for its elephant care facility housing dozens of temple elephants.
Attukal Bhagavathy Temple
The Attukal Bhagavathy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy, holds a Guinness World Record for hosting the largest annual gathering of women for a religious event during its famous Pongala festival.
Vaikom Mahadeva Temple
The Vaikom Mahadeva Temple in Kerala, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is one of the most ancient and significant Shiva temples in the state, historically notable as the site of the landmark 1924-25 Vaikom Satyagraha movement for temple entry rights.