India has thousands of temples: There are an estimated two million Hindu temples across India, varying in size, importance, and architectural styles.
– Temples in every corner: Every state in India has its own significant number of temples, ranging from small village shrines to large, well-known pilgrimage centers.
– Tamil Nadu is the temple capital: The state of Tamil Nadu has the highest number of temples in India, with over 33,000 temples, many of which are centuries old.
– Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh: Both of these southern states are home to many important temples, including well-known pilgrimage sites like Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh.
– Temples vary by region: Northern India, especially in states like Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, is home to many ancient and sacred temples like Kashi Vishwanath in Varanasi.
– Sacred rivers and temple towns: Many temples in India are located along sacred rivers like the Ganges, Yamuna, and Godavari, making towns like Varanasi, Haridwar, and Rishikesh major pilgrimage destinations.
– Famous temples: India is home to world-famous temples like the Meenakshi Temple in Madurai, Jagannath Temple in Puri, and the Golden Temple in Amritsar (though Sikh, it's revered)
Temples are hubs of festivals: Many Hindu temples host grand annual festivals, like Rath Yatra at Jagannath Temple and Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, drawing millions of pilgrims.