Category: Temples in india

MahaKumbh Mela 2013: The Largest Gathering on Earth

MahaKumbh Mela 2013: The Largest Gathering on Earth

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A Hindu holy man, or Naga Sadhu, prays as he bathes in the waters of the holy Ganges River during the auspicious bathing day of Makar Sankranti of the Maha Kumbh Mela in Allahabad, India, on January 14, 2013. The Maha Kumbh Mela, believed to be the largest religious gathering on earth, is held every 12 years on the banks of Sangam, the confluence of the holy rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. The festival is expected to attract over 100 million people. Here are some good photographs, capturing real experiences:   5. 4. 3.   2.   1. The 2013 Maha Kumbh Mela in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, was a particularly holy event, held only once every 12 years.Read More …

Temples Lose Crores Of Revenue During Covid-19 Lockdown

Temples Lose Crores Of Revenue During Covid-19 Lockdown

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The ongoing lockdown in the country, which has affected many sectors, has not spared temples in Tamil Nadu as well, with the places of worship suffering revenue losses running into crores of Rupees by way of “hundiyal” offerings. The temples have no other means to augment revenues since their doors have been closed for darshan to the public since March 24 when the Tamil Nadu government affected a lockdown to stem the spread of coronavirus. Not withstanding the present fiscal position, some of the “major” temples which always meet the needs of the less income-generating temples may be burdened to shell out an additional amount to manage the other temples. The Sri Parthasarathy Swamy temple, Sri Kapaleswarar temple, and VadapalaniRead More …

5 Richest Temples In India

5 Richest Temples In India

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Amongst all, there are few temples, which are believed to be the richest temples in India. In this article, we have mentioned some of those. 5. Golden Temple, Amritsar Golden Temple is a huge temple that perfectly epitomizes the whole history, religion, and culture of the Sikhs. This holy place is originally known as Sri Harmandir Sahib. The upper floors of the Gurudwara are constructed using 400 kg of gold giving it its name ‘The Golden Temple’. The Gurudwara houses the holy book of Sikhism ‘Guru Granth Sahib’. The building opposite to it has a museum that explains the entire story of the Sikhs. It is one of the wealthiest temples in India that also has great religious significance. 4.Read More …

Temple economy effected by corona virus in India

Temple economy effected by corona virus in India

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From Flowers to Insence Tens of thousands of people work at the bottom of India’s so-called temple economy, which is worth an estimated $40 billion and includes people selling everything from flowers to oil lamps to images of Hindu gods. The vast majority form part of the informal sector that makes up about 90% of India’s total workforce, meaning they are not protected by labor laws. Their livelihoods are at risk from a complete three-week shutdown imposed by the government on Tuesday to stem the spread of the coronavirus after the deaths of nine people. He said the economies that surround them had grown in recent decades, warning of a major hit to people’s livelihoods as they were closed. “EvenRead More …

Sai Baba Prasadalaya – Shirdi

Sai Baba Prasadalaya – Shirdi

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Ever since the dining hall or the prasadalaya was built in 2009, the place has been serving over 40,000 devotees on a daily basis. If you wondered where this kitchen is located then let’s help you soak in the glory of being an Indian, again. The iconic Saibaba temple in Shirdi stands tall in its grace of being the holy place, quite literally. With digital signboards reading, What you have in your platter is not mere food. It’s Prasada of Shri Saibaba. Please don’t waste it and the tables being occupied at the drop of a hat and the hot meal being served to the devotees, this is a view that is worth being a part of. Sri Sai SansthanRead More …

10 Most Famous Temples in India

10 Most Famous Temples in India

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10. Kedarnath Temple Situated amidst the snow-capped Himalayan ranges in Garhwal, Uttarakhand this Shiva Temple is one of the oldest temples. People believe that the Pandavas constructed this temple built on a high hill. It is one great trekking experience up the hill at a distance of 14 kilometers. This temple is open only in from April to November months due to the freezing temperatures. The deity is worshiped at Ukhimath during the closed months. This is one of the top pilgrimage destinations in India. 9. Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple Location: Akshardham, New Delhi This is one of the latest temples in India constructed on the Banks of the River Yamuna by BAPS. The massive complex is spread on 100 acresRead More …