From ancient times, temples have been the hub of community life where all major events and festivals in an individual’s life have been celebrated. The structure and symbolism in a temple is deeply rooted in Vedic traditions.
Browsing: temples
Manipur is one of the North Eastern states of India and is called ‘a jewel of India and Switzerland of the East’ as it is surrounded by green hills, deep valleys, cascading waterfalls and exotic blooms.
Hindu temples share certain core ideas, themes and symbols though they are of many styles adapted to different deities and regional beliefs. Their structural rules are described in various ancient treatises on architecture like Vastu Shastras and Bruhat Samhita
Temples of India reflect the cultural glory and history of a place. It is a sacred place which enables pilgrims to get away from the vicissitudes of life and reflect on the inner self. Propitiating the various deities, the pilgrims find peace and solace in tackling the various problems
Belur houses the ancient temples of the Hoysala Empire and is located in Hassan district
Hinduism believes in the existence of one Supreme God ‘Paramatma’ but though God is one, He manifests himself in innumerable…
Contents · Introduction · In Greek and Roman Tradition · Etymology · Iconography · Birth and Family · Agni and…