In a significant move, the government has recently imposed a ban on the sale of liquor and non-vegetarian food for 2 months in the Katra area of Jammu, which is known as the holy abode of Maa Durga. Lakhs of devotees visit the Maa Vaishno Devi temple, which is located on the hills of Katra. …
Sadly, there is none. People say that while this temple has been around for about 10 years, its fame and the ritual of tying and offering clocks only came in about 3-4 years ago. One day when a man offered his wristwatch to the temple, it fueled the speculation that if devotees offer a clock …
A lizard temple In Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, is a uniquely beautiful temple that has caught the eye of devotees and ordinary people alike. In the heart of Kanchipuram is the Varadaraja Perumal temple, which is famous not just for its architecture and location but also for the carvings and devotion that one can find inside.It …
Another famous story about the Pilua Mahavir Hanuman temple says - When a King got to know that Lord Hanuman eats everything that is offered to him in this temple, he wanted to prove his might. And so, the King brought tons of water with him and asked Lord Hanuman to drink it. Lord Hanuman …
In a small town in Kolkata, Tangra, the people of Chinese origin can be found in abundance. They own shops, and businesses, and live there with family, calling India their home. And for one such family years ago, this temple became a miracle. According to local lore, the temple’s story begins with a Chinese boy …
In the heart of Karnataka, there exists a unique temple that only opens its doors once a year—during Diwali. The Hasanamba temple, located in the town of Hassan, is a hidden gem that attracts thousands of devotees each year. It was built in the 12th century by the Hoysala king to honour Devi Durga. Unlike …
