India’s Top 10 Temples to See

1. Mehandipur Balaji Temple (India’s Top 10 Temples to See)

  • Deity: Here, Lord Hanuman is referred to as Balaji. (India’s Top 10 Temples to See)

    Significance: One of the few temples(Mandir) known for healing and exorcism is Mehandipur Balaji. Here, many think that spiritual intervention may heal them of evil spirits, black magic, and inexplicable mental diseases. They provide special prayers such as Savamani, Darkhast, and Arzi.(India’s Top 10 Temples to See)

    Location: Rajasthan’s Dausa district’s Mehandipur village

    How to Get There:

    Bandikui Junction (40 km) via rail

    Jaipur Airport (110 km) via air

    By Road: From Delhi, Dausa, and Jaipur, buses and taxis are accessible.


2. Ram Janmabhoomi (Ayodhya)

  • God: Lord Rama Significance: It is believed that Lord Rama was born at Ayodhya. At the very location of Ram Janmabhoomi, the new Shri Ram Mandir is being built. In addition to its religious significance, Ayodhya(Ram mandir) is home to other spiritual sites, including as the Sarayu River Ghats, Hanuman Garhi, and Kanak Bhawan. Location: Uttar Pradesh’s Ayodhya city How to Get There: Ayodhya Dham Junction via Rail By Air: Maharishi Valmiki Airport in Ayodhya By Road: Gorakhpur and Lucknow (135 km away) have direct busses.

3. Pitambara Peeth & Dhoomavati Mata Temple (Datia) (India’s Top 10 Temples to See)

  • Deities:

    Pitambara Devi (Maa Baglamukhi) and Dhoomavati Mata

    Importance: Pitambara Peeth is a powerful Shakti Peeth believed to grant victory in legal matters and battles. Dhoomavati Mata, one of the Mahavidyas of Tantra, is worshiped here, known to remove obstacles and defeat enemies.

    Location:
    Datia town, Madhya Pradesh (near Gwalior)

    How to Reach:

    By Rail: Datia Railway Station

    By Air: Gwalior Airport (75 km)

    By Road: Good road connectivity with Gwalior and Jhansi.


4. Bageshwar Balaji Dham

  • Deity: Hanuman (Balaji) Lord

    Importance: Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, who is rumored to conduct miraculous hearings and spiritual readings, is credited with making this dham renowned. People come here to get answers to their legal, business, and familial issues.

    Location: Madhya Pradesh’s Gadha Village, Chhatarpur District

    How to Get There:

    Khajuraho Railway Station (45 km) via rail

    By Air: Airport Khajuraho

    By Road: Reachable by cab through Khajuraho and Chhatarpur.


5. Vrindavan Temples

Deities: Radha and Lord Krishna

Significance: Lord Krishna was born and raised in Vrindavan. Radha Raman Temple, ISKCON Temple, and Banke Bihari Temple are significant temples. During Holi and Janmashtami, the town has a vibrant, spiritually energizing ambiance.

Location: Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura District

How to Get There:

Mathura Junction (12 km) via rail

By Air: 150 kilometers from Delhi Airport

By Road: Delhi and Agra provide regular buses and cabs.


6. Ram Raja Temple, Orchha

  • Deity: Worshipped like a king, Lord Rama

    Significance: A special temple where Lord Rama is accorded royal treatment. An uncommon custom in India is the regular presence of guards, formal gun salutes, and a royal court scene at Ram Raja Temple.

    Location: Orchha town, Madhya Pradesh, close to Jhansi

    How to Get There:

    Jhansi Junction (18 km) via rail

    Gwalior Airport (130 km) via air

    By Road: Simple road access from Jhansi (cabs, cars).


7. Khatu Shyam Ji Temple(India’s Top 10 Temples to See)

    • Barbarika (Khatu Shyam Ji) is the goddess. Significance: In the Mahabharata, Barbarika, the grandson of Bhima, presented his head to Krishna. Impressed, Krishna granted him the right to be worshipped as Khatu Shyam, the “God of Kaliyuga,” who promptly grants the desires of his followers. Location: Sikar District, Rajasthan’s Khatu Village How to Get There: Ringas Junction (18 km) via rail Jaipur Airport (90 km) via air

      By Road: Direct buses/taxis from Jaipur, Delhi.


8. Neem Karoli Dham (Kainchi Dham)

  • Deity:

    River Ganga, Mother Ganges, and Lord Shiva

    Importance: According to Hinduism, Haridwar is one of the seven holiest sites, or Sapta Puri. A popular location for sunset Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri and Ganga Snan (holy bathing). Every twelve years, it hosts the enormous Kumbh Mela.

    Location: Uttarakhand’s Haridwar District

    How to Get There:

    Haridwar Junction by Rail

    By Air: Dehradun’s Jolly Grant Airport (45 km)

    By Road: Delhi and Dehradun provide bus and cab options.

    River Ganga, Mother Ganges, and Lord Shiva

    Importance: According to Hinduism, Haridwar is one of the seven holiest sites, or Sapta Puri. A popular location for sunset Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri and Ganga Snan (holy bathing). Every twelve years, it hosts the enormous Kumbh Mela.

    Location: Uttarakhand’s Haridwar District

    How to Get There:

    Haridwar Junction by Rail

    By Air: Dehradun’s Jolly Grant Airport (45 km)

    By Road: Delhi and Dehradun provide bus and cab options.


9. Haridwar

  • Deity: L

    Shiva and the Ganga River (Mother Ganges)

    Importance: According to Hinduism, Haridwar is one of the seven holiest sites, or Sapta Puri. A popular location for sunset Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri and Ganga Snan (holy bathing). Every twelve years, it hosts the enormous Kumbh Mela.

    Location: Uttarakhand’s Haridwar District

    How to Get There:

    Haridwar Junction by Rail

    By Air: Dehradun’s Jolly Grant Airport (45 km)

    By Road: Delhi and Dehradun provide bus and cab options.


10. Prem Mandir (Vrindavan)(India’s Top 10 Temples to See)

  • Deity:

    Sita Ram and Radha Krishna

    Significance: Prem Mandir, a marble wonder honoring heavenly love, was constructed by Jagadguru Kripalu Maharaj. The temple has captivating musical fountain performances in the evenings and is exquisitely illuminated at night.

    Location: Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura District

    How to Get There:

    Mathura Junction (12 km) via rail

    By Air: 150 kilometers from Delhi Airport.


📍 Bonus: Best Time to Visit (India’s Top 10 Temples to See)

 

Place Best Time
Mehandipur Balaji October–March
Ayodhya November–February (Ram Navami special)
Datia October–February
Bageshwar Dham October–March
Vrindavan October–March (especially Holi season)
Orchha October–March
Khatu Shyam February (Phalgun Mela)
Neem Karoli Dham March–June (before monsoon)
Haridwar October–April (Ganga Dussehra, Kartik Purnima)
Prem Mandir October–March (for light shows at night)

📜 Summary Table:

 

Temple/Site Location Nearest Railway Station Nearest Airport By Road
Mehandipur Balaji Dausa, Rajasthan Bandikui Jn Jaipur Airport Bus/Taxi from Jaipur
Ayodhya Faizabad, UP Ayodhya Dham Jn Ayodhya Airport Bus from Lucknow
Datia (Pitambara Mata) Datia, MP Datia Station Gwalior Airport Taxi from Gwalior
Bageshwar Balaji Dham Chhatarpur, MP Khajuraho Khajuraho Airport Taxi from Chhatarpur
Vrindavan Mathura, UP Mathura Jn Delhi Airport Bus/Taxi from Delhi
Orchha Niwari, MP Jhansi Jn Gwalior Airport Auto/taxi from Jhansi
Khatu Shyam Sikar, Rajasthan Ringas Jn Jaipur Airport Bus/taxi from Jaipur
Neem Karoli Dham Nainital, Uttarakhand Kathgodam Pantnagar Airport Taxi from Kathgodam
Haridwar Haridwar, Uttarakhand Haridwar Jn Dehradun Airport Bus/taxi from Delhi
Prem Mandir Vrindavan, UP Mathura Jn Delhi Airport Taxi from Delhi/Agra

Photo Gallery

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Scroll to Top