10 Famous Shiva Temples in India to Visit on Maha Shivratri 2024

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Somnath Temple, Gujarat Located on the western coast of Gujarat, the Somnath Temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.

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Mallikarjuna Temple, Andhra Pradesh Mallikarjuna Temple is a divine abode dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.

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Brihadeeswarar Temple, Tamil Nadu The Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur is an embodiment of grandeur and artistic finesse. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is renowned for its towering vimana.

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Ramanathaswamy Temple, Tamil Nadu Located on the serene island of Rameswaram, the Ramanathaswamy Temple is a testament to Dravidian architecture.

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Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Uttar Pradesh Situated on the banks of the Ganges River in Varanasi, the Kashi Vishwanath Temple is a revered pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva.

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Mahakaleshwar Temple, Madhya Pradesh Situated in Ujjain, the Mahakaleshwar Temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. It holds immense spiritual significance for devotees seeking blessings and divine intervention.

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Kedarnath Temple, Uttarakhand The Kedarnath Temple is located amidst the majestic Himalayas. It is revered as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, symbolizing the infinite nature of Lord Shiva.

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Amarnath Temple, Jammu & Kashmir The Amarnath Temple is located in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Kailasanatha Temple, Maharashtra Kailasanatha Temple is one finest ancient temples in India. It is a testament to the Rashtrakuta architecture.

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Arunachaleswara Temple, Tamil Nadu Arunachaleswara Temple in Thiruvannamalai houses the Agni Linga denoting the fire element. It is also known as the Jyothi Lingam.

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