10 Most Iconic Temples in India

By Archisha Yadav | August 14, 2024

Located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and holds great significance for Hindu pilgrims.

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Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Situated in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, this temple is known for its stunning architecture and is dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar (Shiva).

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Meenakshi Temple

Located in Gujarat, Somnath Temple is one of the oldest and most revered temples, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is also one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.

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Somnath Temple

Located in Puri, Odisha, this temple is dedicated to Lord Jagannath. It is one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites, attracting millions of devotees.

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Jagannath Temple

Situated in Andhra Pradesh, Tirupati Balaji Temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara. It is one of the most visited temples in India, known for its grandeur.

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Tirupati Balaji Temple

Located in Uttarakhand, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites. It is set against the backdrop of the majestic Himalayas.

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Kedarnath Temple

This temple in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites and is known for its long corridors.

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Ramanathaswamy Temple

Situated in Jammu and Kashmir, Vaishno Devi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Vaishno Devi. It is one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in India.

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Vaishno Devi Temple

Located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is an architectural marvel and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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Brihadeeswarar Temple

Akshardham Temple in Delhi, is known for its grand architecture and cultural significance. It is dedicated to Bhagwan Swaminarayan.

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Akshardham Temple