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10 Sacred Places of Hindu Pilgrimage in India

India, a land steeped in ancient traditions and spirituality, is home to numerous sacred sites mostly associated with deities, myths, and historical events. 

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The abode of Lord Shiva, on the banks of the Ganges River - Varanasi offers numerous temples, ghats (steps leading to the river), and spiritual experiences.

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1. Kashi - Varanasi

Located on the southern tip of India, Rameshwaram is believed to be the place where Lord Rama built a bridge to Lanka.

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2. Rameshwaram

The hill temple of Tirupati Balaji, dedicated to Lord Venkateswara and located in Andra Pradesh, is one of the most visited pilgrimage sites, known for its grandeur and spiritual aura.

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3. Tirupati Balaji

Nestled in the Himalayas, Kedarnath is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. One of the Char Dham pilgrimages is accessible only during the summer months due to heavy snowfall.

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4. Kedarnath

Surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty in the Himalayas, Badrinath pilgrimage site is dedicated to Lord Vishnu who meditated there.

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5. Badrinath

Located in Kashmir, Amarnath is a sacred cave temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is known for the natural ice Lingam (phallus) that forms inside the cave, which represents Shiva.

6. Amarnath

Located in Odisha, Jagannath Puri is a famous pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Jagannath, an incarnation of Vishnu. The Rath Yatra celebrated here is a major religious event.

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7. Jagannath Puri

Located in Jammu and Kashmir, Vaishno Devi is a popular pilgrimage site dedicated to the goddess Vaishno Devi. 

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8. Vaishno Devi

Located in Gujarat, Dwarka is the birthplace of Lord Krishna. The sacred city includes numerous temples, including the Dwarkadhish Temple. 

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9. Dwarka

Madurai, a city nestled in Tamil Nadu, is renowned for its magnificent Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple. It is a testament to the grandeur of Dravidian architecture.

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10. Meenakshi Temple