Bhuteshwar Mahadev, one out of many names of Lord Shiv. Bhuteshwar Mahadev which literally means The Lord of Ghosts! The four ancient deities of lord shiva residing at Mathura are known as dik-palas, protectors of directions; Butheshwar Mahadev is the Protector of the western side among the four. The deity of Lord Shiva is amazing […]
Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh, the land of cultural diversity, is home to some of the most famous and revered temples in India. The state is dotted with countless temples that are not only important from a religious standpoint but also hold significant historical and architectural importance. From the ancient and revered temples of Varanasi to the modern marvels of Mathura and Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh is a treasure trove of fascinating temples.
One of the most famous temples is the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, located in Varanasi. It is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is believed to have been built by the Maratha queen, Ahilyabai Holkar, in the 18th century. Another significant temple in Varanasi is the Durga Temple, which is dedicated to Goddess Durga and is located in the heart of the city.
Mathura and Vrindavan are other important temple towns in Uttar Pradesh. The Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple in Mathura is considered to be one of the most important temples in India and is dedicated to Lord Krishna. The ISKCON temple in Vrindavan is a modern marvel and is known for its beautiful architecture and serene atmosphere.
The state is also home to the famous Kumbh Mela, a Hindu festival held every 12 years at four different locations in India, including Allahabad in Uttar Pradesh. During the festival, millions of devotees take a dip in the holy river Ganges, considered to be a purifying act.
Overall, Uttar Pradesh is a state that is steeped in tradition and culture, and its temples are a testament to the rich history and heritage of the region. Whether you are a devout believer or a curious traveler, the temples of Uttar Pradesh are sure to leave you mesmerized.
Major Cities: Varanasi – Bhadohi – Saharanpur – Sultanpur – Shrawasti – Siddharthnagar – Sambhal
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Pateshwari Devi Temple, Amethi
Pateshwari Devi Temple is a famous temple of district Amethi. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: By Air Nearest Airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh airport Lucknow. By Train Gauriganj is connected by Rail Route. By Road Auto service is available. Address Contact Details
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Sarnath Temple, Varanasi
Sarnath is a place located 10 kilometres north-east of Varanasi near the confluence of the Ganges and the Varuna rivers in Uttar Pradesh, India. The deer park in Sarnath is where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dhamma, and where the Buddhist Sangha came into existence through the enlightenment of Kondanna. The Sarnath Temple, also known as the […]
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Bijethua Mahaviran Temple, Sultanpur
It is a very famous temple in Surapur-Sultanpur. Many people visit here on Tuesday & Saturday & he enjoys here after a visit to Hanuman Mandir. This place has its own story in Ramayana. At this place, Lord Hanuman defeated Kaalnemi and taken rest here when he was going to bring Sanjeevani for Lord Lakshman, […]
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Dhopap Temple, Sultanpur
Dhopap temple is located in tehsil Lambhua.This place is located on the right bank of River Gomti on Sultanpur-Jaunpur road (NH-56), about 32 km south east of Sultanpur city & 85 km from Ayodhya, 8 km from Lohramau, 8 km from Kadipur. According to Vishnu Puran, Gomti was known in this tract as Dhutopapa, which […]
Posted inSiddharthnagar
Bharatbhari Temple, Siddharthnagar
Bharat Bhari Temple is located in Domariyaganj Block in Siddharth Nagar District of Uttar Pradesh State, India. It is located 65 KM towards west from District head quarters Naugarh. It is located 05 KM away from Domariyaganj and 210 KM from State capital Lucknow. Madhali ( 2 KM ) , Samda ( 2 KM ) […]
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Vibhuti Nath Temple, Shravasti
The district Shravasti with headquarter Bhinga is situated in the northern zone of Uttar Pradesh in Himalayan range, adjacent to Nepal border. During Mahabharata period, Pandava spend twelve years in exile and one year concealed place. At the period exile they resides sometimes in this forest region called SOHALVA. At that time Bhima initiated to formed a […]
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Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Shahjahanpur
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. The Temple stands on the western bank of the holy river Ganga, and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the holiest of Shiva Temples. The main deity is known by the name Shri Vishwanath and also by the ancient name of deity Vishweshwara […]
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Maa Kela Devi Mandir, Sambhal
Kaila Devi temple has a long history. Mother Kaila has two temples in the country. First in Rajasthan and the other in the Bhanga area of Sambhal. Here in the Navaratri it is said that the Goddess Darshan of the lion is coming. The banyan tree located in the temple premises is also of great […]
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Sita Samahit Sthal,Bhadohi
Sitamarhi temple is located in Bhadohi district. This temple is situated on the banks of Ganga river and 11 km from Jangiganj Bazar in the middle of Allahabad and Varanasi. It is believed that at this place Mother Sita had absorbed herself in the earth. Here is the 110 feet high statue of Hanuman ji, […]