Bangalore’s Beautiful Someshwara Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was built by Kempegowda at Ulsoor. It is one of the oldest and biggest temples of Bangalore, reminding us of the rich heritage of the Chola Kingdom. The marvelous architecture of the temple with glorious Rajagopuram (tower) and Dhwajastambha (massive pillar) in the entrance of the temple attracts devotees from far off places. Presently the temple is under the supervision of Endowment Department of the Karnataka Government.
Holy Places for tour & travel
Hazratbal Shrine Mosque Jammu & Kashmir, Shrinagar
The Hazratbal Shrine Mosque Jammu & Kashmir, an important Islamic shrine that is located in the village of Hazratbal that is located on the banks of the Dal Lake. During your tours to the historical monuments in Kashmir, India you must visit this shrine built of pure white marble. The shire is famous as it contains a strand of hair of the prophet Muhammad. This hair is kept on display for pilgrims during certain fairs and festivals. During your tours to the Hazratbal mosque in Srinagar, Kashmir, India you will notice that this is the only mosque in Kashmir that has a dome as all the other mosques have pagoda like roofs.
Infant Jesus Church in Bangalore
Infant Jesus Church in Bangalore On January 14th, 2002 The Foundation stone for the new Infant Jesus Church was laid by his Grace, Rev. Fr. Dr. Ignatius Pinto, and the Archbishop of Bangalore. Inauguration of the church took place on June 9th, 2005 at 5 p.m. by Most Rev. Dr. Bernard Moras, Archbishop of Bangalore, … Read more
Govind Dev Temple Vrindavan in Uttar Pradesh
Govind Dev Temple Vrindavan in Uttar Pradesh, the idyllic city of Vrindavan in Uttar Pradesh is one of the most important pilgrim centers for the Hindus. Supposedly Lord Krishna spent the best moments of his life with his gopis and Radha here. A number of temples, big and small, elaborate and non descript abounds the city. It is located 90 kilometers from Delhi and only 15 kilometers from Mathura. During Janmashthami, and Holi the city is seen at its best and attracts a large number of tourists. Generally Mathura and Vrindavan are covered together. While in Vrindavan you can avail the different Dharamshalas and guest houses that offer you good accommodation at a reasonable rate. If you are going on a temple expedition in the city doesn’t miss out on Govind Dev Temple, Vrindavan which is considered to be one of the finest specimens of temples in North India.
Shri Radhakrishna Temple in Kanpur Uttar Pradesh
Shri Radhakrishna temple in Kanpur Uttar Pradesh, which is popularly known as JK Temple, was built by the J.K Trust. The architecture of this temple reflects a blend of ancient and modern style. This temple houses five shrines, out of which the central shrine is dedicated to Hindu God, Lord Radhakrishna. Rest of the four shrines are enshrined with the deities of Lord Ardhnareswara, Lord Lakshminarayana, Lord Narmadeshwar and Lord Hanuman.