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.

Pushkar Lake is a sacred lake of Tirtha Raj (King of all sacred hindu placed) Pushkar in Rajasthan. Also known as Pushkar Sarovar is accompanied by almost 500 temples and 52 bathing ghats.