temple

festival · temple

A large gathering of devotees is documented during the Bagwal Festival in Devidhura. The event is held at the Barahi Temple, where participants assemble in significant numbers as part of traditional rituals.

Uttarakhand·architecture · hills

Kellogg Memorial Church in 1980's Landour and Mussoorie: Nostalgic throwback

temple · ceremony

A large gathering of devotees is seen at Shree Jagannath Temple, one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in India. The crowd moves steadily through the temple परिसर, with people offering prayers, chanting, and waiting for darshan.

Odisha·highway · temple

A busy street scene unfolds on Grand Road, also known as Bada Danda, the main ceremonial avenue of the city. This wide road serves as the primary connection between the sacred Shree Jagannath Temple and the Gundicha Temple.

Odisha·temple · river

Narendra Pokhari, also known as Narendra Sarovar, is a sacred artificial lake closely associated with the Shree Jagannath Temple.

ceremony · temple

The Good Friday celebration at St. Philip’s Church, Bhatti Mines, reflects a deeply spiritual and solemn atmosphere, bringing together the local Christian community in remembrance of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

boats · river

The serene banks of Chilika Lake in Odisha showcase the iconic Kalijai Temple along with numerous traditional fishing boats.

Uttarakhand·ceremony · forest

At Jageshwar Dham, a revered temple complex in Almora district, devotees are seen performing puja rituals among a cluster of over 124 ancient stone temples.

festival · temple

A large gathering of Hindu pilgrims is seen at the Gangasagar Mela in West Bengal. Devotees assemble in huge numbers near the coastal area, participating in ritual bathing and religious activities.

Tamil Nadu·hills · architecture

St. Stephen's Church, one of the oldest churches in the Nilgiris, located in Ooty. Built in the early 19th century, this historic structure showcases elegant Gothic-style architecture designed by John James Underwood of the Madras Regiment.…

Odisha·temple · aerial

A large man-made reservoir, or sarovar, is located in Puri within a dense urban setting. The tank features a wide expanse of dark-green water enclosed by straight stone embankments.

temple · forest

The Nag Devta Temple is a small shrine located along the Nag Tibba trekking route in Uttarakhand. Dedicated to Nag Devta, the serpent deity regarded as a local protector, the temple is situated within dense oak and pine forest.

Odisha·temple · architecture

The Konark Sun Temple is shown during daytime with visitors moving around the monument. Built in the 13th century, the temple is a major example of Kalinga architecture and is designed as a monumental chariot dedicated to the sun god Surya.…

wildlife · temple

A group of Rhesus Macaques is observed at the Hanuman Mandir. The monkeys are positioned near the temple staircase and on a chair within the premises.

dance · festival

A classical Odissi dance performance takes place during the Jagannath Rath Yatra 2022 cultural programme at the Jagannath Temple.

forest · temple

In a serene forested region near Chopta, a small ancient stone shrine is nestled among dense greenery, reflecting the spiritual presence often found along Himalayan trekking paths.

Odisha·temple · aerial

The Jagannath Temple stands prominently within the dense urban landscape of Puri. The temple’s towering spires rise above surrounding buildings and streets, highlighting its architectural dominance.

temple · village

The Maa Panchubarahi Temple is shown in a rural setting with open land and minimal structures around it. The temple exterior features a flag mounted at the top, moving with the wind.

temple · river

Like many Himalayan temples that never existed a few years ago, this one has proliferated in recent years... The Ganesh Temple Dodital is situated on the banks of Dodital Lake.

festival · music

Phool Walon Ki Sair is a historic annual festival held in Mehrauli, Delhi, symbolizing communal harmony and the city’s Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb.

ceremony · temple

The interior of Gurudwara Sri Bangla Sahib shows devotees engaged in prayer within the main hall. The space is illuminated with steady lighting, highlighting the organised arrangement of worshippers.

Odisha·temple · aerial

Puri shows dense residential and commercial buildings surrounding the town centre. The scene includes the Jagannath Temple complex, with its prominent structure visible among clustered rooftops.

temple · ceremony

The entrance area of Maa Ramachandi Pitha shows devotees gathered near a large sacred tree within the temple premises. Red prayer cloths are tied to the branches, reflecting local ritual practices associated with wish offerings.