Friday, July 25, 2008

Temples and Info

India - A land of intense spirituality and religious faith reflected in the profusion of temples present in thissubcontinent. Temples are found every where in India from large monumental structures to small stonebuildings, eachhaving a certain significance and greatly influencing the lives of the people who regard the temple as a place where they could be close to god.

Comprehensive list of Indian Temples

A complete and comprehensive listing of Indian temples. Places of Worship, Hindu Temples, Jain Temples, Gurudwara, Religious Places.

Temples and Structues

The Gupta period marks the beginning of structural temples & a wide variety of styles were adopted. The temples were built of brick & stone. The Hindu temples can be broadly classified into three basic styles - Nagara, Vesara & Dravida according to the Silpasastras.

Indian Temples and Spirituality

India - A land of intense spirituality and religious faith reflected in the profusion of temples present in this subcontinent. Temples are found every where in India from large monumental structures to small stonebuildings, eachhaving a certain significance and greatly influencing the lives of the people who regard the temple as a place where they could be close to god.

Architectural Styles of Indian Temples

The Pride of India, the Hindu Temples being built in this modern era are more innovative in architectural styles. Despite this innovation they behold the devotees just like ancient and medieval Hindu Temples.

Styles of Indian temples

The North Indian temples (Nagara) differ widely from their South Indian counterparts (Dravidian).

Temples of India

Hundreds of temples with details about their historical, cultural, architectural and religious background, travel related info and more.