7 Must-Visit Historical Indian Oldest Temples

Dimpy Bhatt
Oct 03, 2024

Mundeshwari Temple, Bihar

The world's oldest working temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva and Shakti, is believed to be 108 AD, erected during the Saka era, in the Nagara architectural style.

Konark Sun Temple, Odisha

The Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Odisha, is a 13th-century CE temple dedicated to the Sun God Surya, known for its chariot-shaped architecture and intricate stone carvings.

Kailasa Temple, Maharashtra

The Kailasa Temple in Ellora, Maharashtra, is a remarkable eight-century CE rock-cut monolithic structure dedicated to Lord Shiva, renowned for its architecture and stunning sculptures.

Tungnath Temple, Uttarakhand

Tungnath Temple, located in Uttarakhand's Garhwal Himalayas, is the world's tallest Shiva temple, over 1,000 years old, and a Panch Kedar pilgrimage destination with stunning hill views.

Kashi Vishwanath, Varanasi

The Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Built in 1780, it's a pilgrimage destination for spiritual consolation and Aarti ceremony.

Sri Jagannath Temple, Odisha

Jagannath temple, constructed in 12th century, is one of India's four holy Char Dhams, linked to Lord Vishnu, believed to be a manifestation of Vishnu.

Dwarkadhish Temple, Gujarat

Dwarka, a sacred temple in India, was reconstructed in the 15th and 16th centuries. It is believed to have been created by Lord Krishna from Braj, Uttar Pradesh, on the western extremity of the Kathiawar Peninsula.

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