religious destinations in india
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Dec 07 2015The Golden Temple – Bole So Nihal, Sat Sri Akal!
If you’ve been to Harmandir Sahib, also known as Darbar Sahib, and informally known as the Golden temple before, you know the opulence and exuberance with which it stands. Located in Amritsar, Punjab, Harmandir Sahib is considered to be the holiest Sikh shrine, the construction of which was started in 1585 AD. This gurudwara is […]
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Nov 27 2015Pandharpur – Home to the Lord standing arms akimbo
One look at the residing deity of Pandharpur, Lord Vitthal, will give you the impression that he’s been waiting for you a long time, standing with his arms akimbo. Situated by the banks of River Bhima in Solapur, Pandharpur is a pilgrimage city that is also the main centre of worship of Lord Vitthal. The […]
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Nov 09 2015Konark Sun Temple – The abode of the mighty Sun God
How amazing is it that an entire majestic temple is dedicated to the Sun God? And the temple is, in all senses, one of the most royal and imposing examples of ancient architecture in India. The name Konark originates from the Sanskrit words Kona, meaning corner, and Arka, meaning Sun. The Konark Sun Temple in […]
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Oct 19 2015JK Tourism participates in India Travel Mart 2015
The Jammu and Kashmir tourism department participated in the 3-day India Travel Mart 2015 in Lucknow to promote pilgrimage tourism in the state. The team also organized a road-show during the event to promote all the travel and tourism products offered by Jammu and Kashmir, particularly pilgrimage tourism. The team was led by Special Secretary […]
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Oct 12 2015Synagogues in India – A quick guide to the Paradesi Synagogue
India is the land where all major religions co-exist and thrive. Since time immemorial, the people of India have helped grow and strengthen myriad different religions and faiths, thus helping create innumerable cultural identities that have made the country as diverse as it is today. Some of the world’s major religions have taken strong roots […]
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Oct 02 2015Mount Mary Church – A suburban surprise
More commonly known as Mount Mary Church, The Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount, is a Roman Catholic Basilica located in the suburbs of Bandra. Most people would know Mount Mary for its delightful fair, known as the Bandra Fair. Visited by thousands of people every year, the Bandra Fair takes place after the […]
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Sep 07 2015Ganpatipule – The abode of the modak-loving God
Flaunting spectacular blue waters and a long stretch of sun-kissed sand, Ganpatipule is not just another religious destination. It is also a popular holiday destination for its bountiful nature and relaxed atmosphere. This little beach-town is located in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra with Chiplun to its north. Along with its gorgeous beach, Ganpatipule is known for its grand Ganpati […]
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Jul 24 2015Amarnath temple – The mighty shrine of a mighty God
There aren’t many who aren’t aware of the larger than life Amarnath Yatra that takes place in the beautiful snowy mountains of Jammu and Kashmir. The Amarnath temple is situated in a cave at an altitude of 12,756 ft some distance away from Srinagar and can be reached through Pahalgam. What captures the imagination, curiosity […]
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