Browsing: Hindu Temples of India

A Temple (Mandir)is a structure which houses the Gods in Hinduism. A characteristic of most temples is the presence of murtis (idols) of the Hindu deity to whom the temple is dedicated. They are usually dedicated to one primary deity, the presiding deity though there are temples dedicated to several deities.

Chintpurni Mata temple in Una of Himachal is one of the major 7 and a total of 51 Shakti Peethas. It is believed that Sati’s head fell at this place and is thus considered one of the most important of all the Shakti Peethas.