The Omkareshwara Temple is an ancient shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is situated in the town of Madikeri in Coorg, Karnataka. The speciality of the temple is that its construction reflects a mix of Gothic and Islamic styles. It is a popular religious destination of Coorg. Distance (From Madikeri Bus Station): 1 Kms Visited From: Madikeri Bus Station Trip Duration (Including Travel): 30 Mins...

Karanja Narasimha temple located 6kms from Lower Ahobilam en-route to Ahobila Narasimha Divya Desam (Singavelkundram) is the Karanja Narasimha temple in Upper Ahobilam, west of the Garudathri Mountain and part of the Nava Narasimha temples in Ahobilam. Distance (From Lower Ahobilam Bus Station): 7 Kms Visited From: Upper Ahobilam Temple Trip Duration (Including Travel): 30 Mins Place Location: Between Upper And Lower Ahobilam's Transportation Options: Cab / Auto Timings: 6...

Thiru Uthirakosamangai is a renowned Shiva temple believed to exist from 3000 years ago. The presiding deity Managalanathar is believed to have preached the meanings of Vedas and other auspicious secrets of Hinduisms to His consort Managalambigai at this holy place. The temple and its glory are found to be mentioned in various literatures and Saivaite canons. Distance (From Rameshwaram): 70...

Airatesvara temple, located in Darasuram near Kumbakonam, was built by Rajaraja Chola II in the 12th Century AD. Distance (From Kumbakonam): 8 Kms Visited From: Kumbakonam Trip Duration (Including Travel): 1-2 Hours Place Location: 8 Kms From Kumbakonam Transportation Options: Bus / Cab Timings: 6 AM to 7 PM Travel Tips: Kumbakonam (8 Kms) can be visited along with this place At a distance of 34 Kms from Thanjavur & 284 Kms from Chennai, Darasuram,...

Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple at a distance of 1 km from Srisailam Bus Station, Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva has a great historical and religious significance and it is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and also one of the 18 Sakti Peethas (Bhramaramba Temple situated in same complex). The holy temple is situated on a mountain named Shri...

Basar or Basara Saraswathi temple is situated on the banks of River Godavari. It is a popular tourist and pilgrimage site because of the famous Saraswathi temple. The Basara temple in is a unique temple of Goddess Saraswati, the Hindu Goddess of Knowledge and Learning. Children are brought here to do the learning ceremony called Akshara Abyasam. Ideal Trip Duration: Half Day to...

Om Sri Skandasramam is a popular temple, covering an area of around five acres. The temple was constructed by Sathguru Srimath Santhananda Swamigal, a saint and follower of the Avadhoota tradition. This temple complex has many small shrines and samadhis that are dedicated to various Gods, Goddesses and saints. The main sanctum is enshrines the idols of Lord Kamala Siddhi...

Neelakanteshwara Temple is located atop a hillock in Nizamabad. An important shrine for the Jains, the Neelakanteshwara Temple is a wonderful example of Jain architecture. It holds a special place in the minds of the Jains and a visit to this temple is considered special.An important day of worship is the Rathasaptami day, which falls in the month of...

Kudalasangama is renowned for the ancient Shri Sangameshwara temple, which was built in the twelfth century by the Chalukya rulers. Originally this place was known as Kappadi Sangama.  Shri Sangameshwara temple is dedicated to Basaveshwara, a renowned teacher and poet,  born in the second century.  Kudalasangama was his place of birth and hence the Hindus believe that this as...

Sri Shweta Varahaswamy Temple is a famous ancient temple of Mysore. Known also as Varahaswamy Temple, Sri Shweta Varahaswamy Temple is a popular tourist and pilgrimage destination. Located at the southern entrance of Mysore Fort, Sri Shweta Varahaswamy Temple exhibits Hoysala style of temple architecture. The stone image of Shweta Varahaswamy was at first consecrated at a temple at Srirangapatna...