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festival · temple

Celebration begins for Chamayavilakku festival in Kerala. The famous Chamayavilakku is a unique festival which is held at the Kottankulangara Sree Devi Temple, Chavara near Kollam, Kerala where thousands of men irrespective of their religio…

festival · temple

Kottankulangara Devi Temple is a very ancient and holy center where thousands of believers derive mental condolence and peace of mind to tide over the miseries of life.

festival · temple

South Indian womani making flower garlands for Chamayavilakku festival . She is also making Gajra for women.

festival · bazaar

Hindu devotees worship Lord Shiva, sing Bhajans at a temple on occasion of Shivratri in India.

Jammu and Kashmir·bazaar · temple

The historical Raghunath Bazaar, is the leading market place of Jammu city, which serves as a symbol of spiritual and cultural heritage of Jammu.

Tamil Nadu·temple · architecture

The north entrance to the temple with its massive doorway and spectacularly colorful tower adorned with countless statues.

Tamil Nadu·temple · ceremony

Immayilum Nanmai Tharuvar Temple in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. Sri Immayil Nanmai Tharuvar temple is an ancient temple which is built 1000-2000 years back.

Tamil Nadu·river · temple

Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam is situated at a distance of about 5 km from the Meenakshi Amman Temple. The area of the tank, and the island pavilion with a garden in the center, is approximately equal to the area of Meenakshi Temple.

Tamil Nadu·architecture · temple

St. Mary’s Cathedral Church is located on the East Veli Street in Madurai. Situated within 2 km towards south-east direction of Madurai Railway Station, this church is one of the oldest Roman Catholic churches in India.

Tamil Nadu·hills · wildlife

Located in north-eastern outskirt of Madurai, Yanaimalai is a hill getting increasing attention as one of the important tourist destinations in Madurai.

Tamil Nadu·temple · architecture

The Madurai temple complex in itself is breathtaking, given the fort like walls pierced with lofty towers, surrounding an area of about 640000 square feet. The Aadi, Chittirai and the Maasi, and Veli streets surround the temple.

Tamil Nadu·temple · architecture

The Madurai temple complex in itself is breathtaking, given the fort like walls pierced with lofty towers, surrounding an area of about 640000 square feet. The Aadi, Chittirai and the Maasi, and Veli streets surround the temple.

Karnataka·temple

Sasivekalu Ganesha Temple, a giant monolithic statue of Lord Ganesha, is one of the popular attractions in Hampi. The statue is 2.4 metres (8 feet) tall.

Karnataka·temple

Achyuta Raya Temple is one of the magnificent and major temples of Hampi. Built in 1534 AD, this temple stands as an exemplary example of Vijayanagara style of architecture. The temple is located between the Gandhamadana and Matanga hills.

Karnataka·temple · architecture

Tourists visit one of the oldest temple of Hampi, the Virupaksha Temple. The temple is famous for it's ancient inscriptions which date back to 9th and 10th centuries.

dance · temple

Krishna’s childhood stories enacted through dance by beautiful Manipuri Raas Lila dancers in Manipur.

Karnataka·temple · architecture

Pond dries in the complex of Virupaksha temple during summers. People visit the main temple as take blessings from a holy pillar inside the temple complex.

Karnataka·temple · architecture

Visitors throng Virupaksha Tempke in Hampi, Karnataka. Aerial view of Virupaksha Temple as seen from Hemkutta Hills.

Karnataka·temple · architecture

A painted elephant blesses visitors at Virupaksha Temple in Hampi, Karnataka. The Virupaksha Temple in Hampi, Karnataka is noted for its architecture and has been listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Karnataka·temple

Constructed in 1528 under the aegis of King Krishnadevarya, the Laxminarasimha Temple is dedicated to Lord Narasimha, one of the nine avatars of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi.

dance · temple

Manipuri Raas Lila lead dancer performs certain rituals with Hindu priest before the start of Raas Lila dance in Manipur.

dance · ceremony

Manipuri Raas Lila lead dancer performs certain rituals with Hindu priest before the start of Raas Lila dance in Manipur.

temple · river

At the beginning of winter, the idol at Gangotri temple is moved down, in a procession, to a lower village temple, near Mukhba.