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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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).

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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