Chamundeshwari Temple, Mysore
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49. Chamundeshwari Temple, Mysore
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Built atop the Chamundi Hills, this temple dates back to the 12th century. The idol of the main deity is made of gold. Also featured in this temple is a intricately engraved seven storey Gopuram and a silver plated entrance.
50. Birla Temple, Jaipur
Located on an elevated ground at the base of Moti Dungri hill in Rajasthan, the temple is also known as the Lakshmi Narayanan Temple as the Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Narayan), the preserver and his consort Lakshmi, the Goddess of wealth.
51. Lotus Temple, Delhi
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One of the most beautiful temples in India, the temple resembles a lotus and hence the name. Commonly known as Lotus temple, it is a Bahê''ê_ Houses of Worship, the Lotus Temple is open to all, regardless of religion, or any other distinction. It is situated near mandir marg in Kalkaji, New Delhi
52. Sun Temple, Odisha
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Dedicated to Lord Surya, this 13th century temple is an architectural marvel and the quintessential example of Oriyan form of architecture. It is believed that the temple was constructed by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty. The shape of the temple is of a massive chariot with sumptuously engraved stone wheels, pillars and walls. A major part of the structure at present is in ruins. The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
53. Trimbakeshwar, Maharashtra
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Trimbakeshwar is about 38 km away from Nashik. Located at the source of river Godavari, perched on top of Brahmagiri hills, Trimbakeshwar enshrines one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India. Initially there were alleged to be 64 jyotirlingas even though 12 of them remain and are considered to be holy. Each of the twelve jyotirlinga sites take the name of the governing deity, each considered to be a different manifestation of Shiva.
54. Ranakpur Jain Temple, Rajasthan
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A site of great religious significance, Ranakpur Jain Temple is regarded as one of the major Jain pilgrimage site in India out of five. This temple is dedicated to Lord the first Jain Tirthankara, Lord Adinath.
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