It is not unknown to the entire world that Hinduism is the only religion where many different Gods are worshipped. And maybe it’s India’s unique culture and faithful devotion towards the almighty that draws many people’s attention towards it. Lord Shiva is the most worshipped God in India maybe because of his benevolent nature or maybe he is very well known as the most powerful one. So, below is the list of some famous Lord Shiva temples in India which you can visit, and if you are already in the planning phase then, look out for our 12 Jyotirlinga Tour Package for a more detailed itinerary.
Brihadeeswara Temple in Thanjavur is also a famous UNESCO World Heritage site which was built by Raja Raj Chola during 1010 AD. The architecture is a very good example of the Dravidian architectural style and the deity which is worshipped here is Lord Shiva. While the architecture outside the temple area has carefully outlined the images of various other Hindu Gods. If you are planning a trip to Brihadeeswara temple , don’t forget to attend the evening Aarti session when the beauty of this temple magnifies a thousand times.
Kedarnath is the most traveled spiritual abode of Lord Shiva in Uttarakhand by the devotees of India. It is nestled deep in the Himalayan range of Uttarakhand and the towering mountain ranges in the background make it a real treat to the eyes of its visitors. The temple has also been marked as the second Dham of Char Dham Yatra which is the most sacred and religious journey in the Hindu religion. The best time to visit kedarnath temple is from April to September.
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Somnath temple is yet another architectural beauty located in Gujarat where Lord Shiva is worshipped and it is also one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. The temple has undergone many historical events in the past and was invaded by the Foreign National because of its exclusive repository of precious jewelry. The temple showcases a very beautiful architectural style and the seashore tides at its foot increase its beauty a thousand times.
Mallikarjuna Swamy is a religious temple which is dedicated to Lord Shiva and his wife Parvati. It is also another Jyotirlinga temple of India so it attracts millions of devotees every year and is located on the banks of River Krishna. The temple was somewhere about six centuries ago so it will be a nice history walk for those who have an interest in walking down some old history lanes. So, plan a religious trip to this trip sometime and enrich your soul with faithful devotion.
Mahakaleshwar temple is another famous Lord Shiva temple located in the Ujjain district of Madhya Pradesh. The temple is flocked with hundreds of devotees every day who come to worship Lord Shiva with the wishful thinking of earning some of his precious blessings in return. The must-see thing of this temple is the Bashma Aarti which is followed by the saints of the temple during the evening and the site of people religiously devoted to the event is the most popular thing of this temple.
Omkareshwar temple is another Jyotirlinga temple and is situated on the banks of River Narmada in Madhya Pradesh. Because the temple is a five-storey architecture every floor is dedicated to a different deity and follows the upward floor where a large Lord Shiva idol is placed in the center. The temple follows a strict procession where the Gods of the temple are worshipped three times a day by three different saints so here, you can get to enjoy the true Indian culture.
is that it is believed to be the origin of the Bhima River, which flows from a sacred spring near the temple.
Bhimashankar is a beautiful temple in the state of Maharashtra and is believed to be built at the point from where River Bhima originates. According to legends, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati killed a demon by the name of ‘Tripurasur’ here and themselves, cleaning this place from every kind of evil power. After that, a temple was built in this place as a token of respect to Lord Shiva by the people in the past century and after that, hundreds of people come here every day to worship him.
Kashi Vishwanath is the most traveled temple of Lord Shiva in Uttar Pradesh and it is believed that if a person once in their lifetime comes to worship here, he shall be liberated from the cycle of birth forever. It is situated in Varanasi and is also counted among the 12 Jyotirlinga. If you are planning a trip to this temple then, be sure to visit it during the Shivaratri festival when thousands of pilgrims come here to worship Lord Shiva and celebrate a religious life.
These temples are not just architectural marvels but are also places of deep spiritual significance, where millions of devotees seek blessings, solace, and liberation. If you’re planning to visit, each offers a unique experience of faith, history, and culture.
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