Shrinathji Temple Nathdwara In Rajasthan

The Shrinathji temple, Nathdwara is dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is located in Nathdwara, approximately 48km to the north of Udaipur. The Nathdwara Shrinathji temple of Rajasthan houses a statue of Lord Krishna, sculpted from a single piece of black marble. The statue has one of its arms raised, giving an impression of Lord Krishna holding the Govardhan Mountain. The other arm seems to be giving a blessing as well as holding a dance posture.

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St. Andrew’s Basilica Church, Arthunkal in Kerala

Arthunkal St Andrew’s Basilica (St. Andrew’s Forane Church at Arthunkal) is one of the sacred churches in Kerala, attracts lakhs of devotees both Christians and non-Christians every year from all parts of the State. Visit placeforvacations.com for more details

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Phensang Monastery Famous monastery of Sikkim

About Phensang Monastery

Phensang Monastery is situated in Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, on the gentle slope that spreads from Kabi to Phodong. This monastery dates back to the year 1721, the time of Jigme Pawo. It belongs to Nyingmapa Order and serves as the residence of approximately three hundred monks belonging to the same order. However, the journey of the monastery from the 18th century to the present times has not been totally pleasurable. In 1957, Phensang Gompa of India witnessed a devastating fire that engulfed it entirely.

However, the lamas of the monastery put in efforts to build it again. In 1948, their hard work paid off and the monastery got completed. Phensang hosts an annual festival on the 28th and 29th day of the tenth month of the Tibetan Calendar (usually December). Sacred dances are performed at this festival, which takes place two days before the Sikkimese New Year.

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