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Since forever, India has been considered as a land of diverse cultures and religions. People of different faiths undertake tours to numerous destinations to pay homage to their sacred deities. Besides North India, the central and southern regions of the country are also revered for their centuries-old temples, exquisite churches and mosques. These magnificent edifices and sites present the affluent religious bygone time and display the fascinating architectural brilliance of the country. Each one has a legend attached to it that still creates curiosity among pilgrims and tourists to visit them often. While places like Katra and Haridwar are known for Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Mandir and Har ki Pauri, respectively, Puri is famous among Hindus for its Jagannath Temple. The world-famous Sri Harimandir Sahib, fondly known as Golden Temple, is the crown of the city of Amritsar. This place of grandeur and sublime tranquillity is a lot venerated by Sikhs. For the followers of Buddhism, Bodhgaya is a must-visit site as it was this place where Prince Siddhartha attained enlightenment and became Buddha. Every year hordes of visitors travel to these attractions and others in proximity to offer prays. With dedicated tour packages, you can discover divine spirituality that has been persistent in the country from time uncountable, and experience the ultimate soul-quenching peace.

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Visiting the numerous pilgrimage sites of India is a highly spiritual experience. You can actually avail a holistic retreat by visiting this land of various religious beliefs. Indian Holiday offers tours to various religious destinations in India, such as Varanasi, Vaishno devi, Mansarovar, Mathura, Dharamsala, Amritsar, Rishikesh, Kedarnath, Badrinath, Dwarka, Bodhgaya, and Amarnath along with various other destinations for a spiritual experience in India. You can explore these destinations by booking our well-designed pilgrimage tour packages. India profoundly connects with the sacredness you can experience at various places. With your pilgrimage tour in India, you will learn about the mythological connection and catch the vibe of purity and peace.

In addition, there are multiple places where you practice meditation and yoga to enhance your traveling experience. India is home to people and pilgrimage sites of various religious faiths, including Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism, Islam, Christianity, Parsis, and Judaism. In addition, several religions of the world have found their emerging roots in India.

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You can realize this by exploring its temples, churches, monasteries, and other places of religious importance. For example, you can opt for a tour to any of the well-known sites such as the holy Sikh city of Amritsar for the world-renowned Golden Temple; Dharamsala, the Dalai Lama’s home-in-exile; Rishikesh, the World’s Yoga capital and Varanasi, located on the banks of the holy Ganges, or taking a dip in the sacred waters of river Ganga at Har-ki-Pauri in Haridwar. India can be called the hub of spiritual tourism. Depending on your faith, you can opt for your place of visit. Every religious site in India attracts devotees from all around the world.

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7 Jyotirlinga Darshan Yatra

Pune – Bhimashankar - Shirdi - Shani Shingnapur- Grishneshwar -Trimbakeshwar - Nashik- Mumbai -Porbandar- Dwarka- Porbandar- Mumbai - Indore- Ujjain - Indore

• Darshan of 7 Jyotirlinga in India
• Seeks blessings at the Somnath Jyotirlinga in Gujarat
• Visit the Om shaped town of the Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga in Ujjain
• Experience natural beauty at the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga in Maharashtra
• Experience Bhasma aarti at the Mahakaleshwar

Appealing Andhra Pradesh Tour

Hyderabad - Warangal - Vijayawada - Nagarjuna Sagar - Srisailam - Kurnool - Puttaparthy (Puttaparthi) - Tirupati - Chennai

Orissa Tour Package from Bangalore

Bhubaneswar - Puri - Konark - Bhubaneshwar

Kashmir Vaishno Devi Tour

Jammu - Katra - Srinagar - Gulmarg - Pahalgam - Sonmarg - Srinagar

Maharashtra Jyotirlinga With Shirdi

Mumbai – Bhimashankar – Shirdi – Shani Shingnapur – Aurangabad – Grishneshwar – Trimbakeshwar – Mumbai

• Visit 3 Jyotirlinga in Maharashtra - Bhimashankar, Grishneshwar, Trimbakeshwar
• Visit to Shri Sai Baba Samadhi in Shirdi
• Mumbai Sightseeing tour

Nau (9) Devi Darshan Tour

Delhi - Chandigarh - Mansa - Kangra - Dhramsala - Vaishno Devi - Amritsar - Delhi

• Darshan Maa Vaishno Devi & Mansa Devi Temple
• Visit 9 Durga Mata temples in India
• Seek blessings of Naina Devi
• Pay homage at Sheetla Devi, Chintpurni temple
• Pay obeisance at Jwala Ji & Kangra Devi temple
• Excursion to Wagah Border
• Cherish Amritsar city tour

Badrinath Kedarnath Yatra 2024

Haridwar - Guptkashi- Kedarnath - Badrinath - Rudraprayag - Haridwar

• Offer prayers at Kedarnath
• Visit Badrinath Temple
• Excursion around Badrinath
• Rishikesh sightseeing tour

12 Jyotirlinga Darshan Yatra

Pune – Bhimashankar – Shirdi – Shani Shingnapur – Aurangabad – Grishneshwar – Nashik - Trimbakeshwar – Mumbai – Porbandar – Dwarka – Somnath – Mumbai – Indore – Ujjain – Mahakaleshwar - Omkareshwar – Indore – Hyderabad – Srisailam – Hyderabad – Madurai – Rameshwaram – Delhi – Haridwar – Guptkashi – Kedarnath – Guptkashi – Haridwar – Varanasi – Deogarh – Baidyanath – Basuki Nath - Patna

• Darshan of 12 Jyotirlinga in India
• Attend Abhisheka ceremony at Nageshwar Jyotirlinga
• Attend Pooja ceremony at Kedarnath Jyotirlinga
• Participate in the pooja ceremony at Bhimashankar
• Visit Somnath temple in Gujarat
• Visit to popular Ujjain temples-Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga & Bhairav Nath
• Attend Evening Ganga Aarti at Haridwar & Varanasi
• Visit to Rudraprayag- the Confluence of Mandakini River, Alaknanda River

Ek Dham Kedarnath Jee Yatra by Helicopter

Shahastradhara Helipad (Dehradun) - Kedarnath Temple - Shahastradhara Helipad (Dehradun)

• VIP Darshan at Badrinath and Kedarnath Temple
• Helicopter flying Ex Dehradun

Do Dham Yatra by Helicopter

Dehradun - Kedarnath - Badrinath - Dehradun

Chardham Yatra by Helicopter

Dehradun - Yamunotri - Gangotri - Kedarnath – Badrinath – Dehradun

• Holy Darshan of Gangotri
• Take blessings at Yamunotri
• Divine blessings at Badrinath
• Sacred Darshan at Kedarnath

Vaishno Devi Package By Road

Jammu - Katra - Jammu

• Darshan At Mata Vaishno Devi Temple.
• Shopping In Katra Market.
• Daily Breakfast & Dinner as per above package.
• Only Airport / hotel transfers by Air – Conditioned Dzire ( For 02 Guests) & Maruti Ertiga ( For 4-6 Guests).

Char Dham Yatra by Car Package 2024 From Delhi

Haridwar (1N) - Barkot (2N) - Uttarkashi (2N) - Guptkashi (1N) - Rudraprayag (2N) - Badrinath (1N) - Rishikesh (1N)

• Attend Ganga Aarti in Haridwar
• Worship at Yamunotri Gangotri shrine
• Pray at Badrinath Kedarnath Dham
• Outing to Rishikesh

Do Dham Yatra by Helicopter From Sirsi

Sirsi - Kedarnath – Badrinath - Sirsi

Badrinath Kedarnath Yatra From Delhi

Delhi - Haridwar – Guptkashi - Kedarnath - Badrinath - Rudraprayag - Haridwar – Delhi

• Ganga Aarti in Haridwar
• Darshan at Kedarnath Temple
• Visit Neelkanth Temple
• Worship at Badrinath Dham

Vaishno Devi Helicopter Package

Char dham yatra india.

Delhi - Bhubaneswar - Puri- Konark- Mumbai –Jamnagar- Dwarka – Somnath- Madurai - Rameshwaram - Haridwar- Delhi - Guptkashi - Phata - Kedarnath – Jyotirmath- Badrinath- Srinagar – Shivpuri- Rishikesh - Delhi

Mathura Vrindavan Agra Tour

Delhi - Mathura - Vrindavan - Mauthura - Agra

• Learn the stories of Lord Krishna
• Visit the holy Janmabhoomi temple
• Pray at Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan
• Explore Prem Mandir & other temples
• Adore view of Taj Mahal
• Glimpse Mughal elegance at Agra Fort
• Airport / hotel transfers + city tour + Drives as per the itinerary by Air – Conditioned Swift Dzire ( For 02 Guests) & Toyota Innova ( For 04-06 Guests) / Similar.

Amarnath Yatra by Road from Pahalgam

Srinagar - Pahalgam - Chandanwari - Sheshnag - Panchtarni - Amarnath - Panchtarni - Baltal - Sonamarg - Srinagar

Hindu Pilgrimage Tour

Delhi - Haridwar - Syana Chatti -Uttarkashi - Rudraprayag - Kedarnath -Rudraprayag - Joshimath - Badrinath -Govindghat - Delhi

• Visit the top attractions of Delhi
• Feel enlightened during aarti at Har Ki Pauri
• Embrace peace at Syana Chatti
• Pay obeisance at Yamunotri Temple
• Visit Vishwanath Temple
• Perform pooja at Gangotri Temple
• Dip in the Gaurikund hot springs
• Tour to Joshimath
• Seek blessings at Kedarnath and Badrinath temples
• Visit Govindghat

FAQs Pilgrimage Tour Packages in India

Ans:  The Murudeshwar temple is located in the Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and here you can view the world’s second tallest statue of Lord Shiva. The place is easily accessible by air, rail, and road. The nearest Mangalore airport is at 153 Km and Murudeshwar Railway Sation is connected to Mumbai and Mangalore. Also, state-run busses operate between Murudeshwar, Bangalore, and Cochin.

Ans:  The rule is that one should take a bath in the Pushkar Ghat and visit the Varaha Swamy temple, then go for Venkateshwar Darshan and collect Laddu Prasadam.

Ans:  Navagraha temples are dedicated to nine celestial planets according to Hindu religion; Surya, Chandra, Mangala, Budha, Brihaspati, Shukra, Shani, Rahu, and Ketu. The set of beautiful stone-carved temples constructed during the Chola dynasty is located in Tamil Nadu. One needs to travel a distance of about 100 Km to visit all the temples together. So, you can complete Navagraha Temple Darshan in one day if you start early in the morning by road. You will start the tour at Kumbakonam or Thanjavur and visit Thingaloor Chandran or Moon temple first. Then go to the other temples and lastly visit the Thirunallaru Sani Temple in the evening.

• Parthasarathy Temple
• Kapaleeswarar Temple
• Sri Vadapalani Andavar Temple
• Ashtalakshmi Temple
• Mangadu Kamakshi Amman Temple
• Tirupati Tirumala Devasthanam
• Adeeswar Temple
• Ayyappan Temple

Ans: The Golden temple Amritsar is easily accessible by air, rail, and road. Amritsar Railway Station is 2 Km away from the temple and Sri Guru Ram Das Jee International Airport is at 10 Km from Amritsar. Also, a well-maintained network of road connects Amritsar to other neighboring cities.

Ans:  Yes, it is absolutely safe to visit Vaishno Devi. A large number of pilgrims visit this famous Shakti Peeth every year. You can reach Katra by air, rail, and road; from there you have to trek or hire a Pony, Palki, or electric vehicle to reach Vaishno Devi. You can also opt for Vaishno Devi Darshan Package by helicopter for a comfortable pilgrimage tour.

Ans:  Vaishno Devi temple is open for pilgrims throughout the year. As the place experiences chilled winter, the best time to visit Vaishno Devi is from March to October. 

Ans:  Yes, Golden Temple is open 24 hours and the view of Golden Temple at night is a treat for your eyes when the temple glitters in light and cast the glistening shadow on the water of the surrounding lake.

Ans:  The nearest Railway Station is in Rishikesh from where you can reach Gourikund by bus or taxi. The distance between Gaurikund and Rishikesh is 16 Km that you have to cross by trekking, a Pony or Palki. You can also opt for the Kedadarnath Darshan package by helicopter for a comfortable journey to this famous Dham.

Ans:  Shirdi temple is located at the heart of the Shirdi town and can be reached easily by air, rail, and road. The nearest airport is in Aurangabad, 130 Km away and Kopargaon railway station is at a distance of 22 Km from Shirdi.

Ans: 13 trains are functional between Chennai and Tirupati that make for the easiest way to reach Tirupati from Chennai. The state-run bus takes about three hours to reach Tirupati from Chennai.

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• Nepali Hindu Temple
• Vishalakshi Mandir

Ans: Tirumala Balaji temple is located 22 Km away from the Tirupati Railway Station. Bus, taxi, and jeep are available to reach the temple. The nearest airport is in Chennai at a distance of 98 Km. There are four ways of Tirupati Darshan; General Darshan, Divya Darshan by trekking Alipiri and Srivari Mettu footpath routes, Special Darsan for senior citizens, and VIP Darshan at the payment of INR300. You can book tickets online from https://ttdsevaonline.com/.

• Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
• Venkateswara Temple, Tirupati
• Virupaksha Temple, Hampi
• Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameswaram
• Airavateswara Temple, Kumbakonam
• Brihadeshwara Temple, Thanjavur
• Suchindram Temple, Kanyakumari
• Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangapatna
• Ayyappa Temple, Sabarimala
• Guruvayoor Temple, Guruvayur, Kerala

Ans: The Golden Temple in Vellore is famous for the serene ambiance and architectural splendor. The best time to visit the Vellore temple is from October to March.

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This wonderful country called India is known to be the hub of religious and spiritual tourism. It is inhabited by people of several religious faiths. The country, thus houses various places of worship such as temples, mosques, gurudwaras, churches, mosques etc. A visit to these pilgrimage sites of India is truly a divine experience.

Tourism of India has carefully crafted pilgrimage tours in India to Haridwar, Jyotirlinga destinations , Amarnath, Kailash Mansarovar, Mathura, Char Dham destinations , Buddhist destinations, Vaishno Devi , Shirdi, Sikh destinations and several other religious destinations so that you can seek the blessings of your lord and pay homage.

You can pick a site as per your religious faith or can pick a destination related to another religion for getting a sneak-peak into their faiths and beliefs. The options are unending and include Dalai Lama’s home-in-exile- Dharamshala , the revered Sikh City- Amritsar, World’s Yoga Capital- Rishikesh , Hindu’s most revered Char Dham, one of India’s oldest city- Varanasi , the abode of Lord Shiva- Kailash Mansarovar, the stunning temples of Tamil Nadu and many more.

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The state of Uttar Pradesh is one of the most beautiful states in India, and it offers a wide variety of sights to visitors. If you’re a traveller at heart, a trip to Uttar Pradesh is a must. In order to have a fun and relaxing trip, choose one of the Uttar Pradesh Tour Packages that are provided. Travel with us to the holy cities of Varanasi, Lucknow, Ayodhya, and Mathura with our Holy Tour Packages in India having 6 Nights and 7 Days Varanasi/Ayodhya/Lucknow. Enjoy a rare chance to see some of India’s most revered religious and cultural sites on this special journey with our Varanasi tour packages.

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Our 6-day, 7-night Varanasi tour packages are in Varanasi, which is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited towns and a Hindu sacred hub. In this holy India tour 6 nights and 7 days Varanasi , our visitor can enjoy the infamous Ganga Aarti ritual from a boat on the Ganges. The Varanasi sightseeing includes Kashi Vishwanath Temple, and exploring the city’s bustling marketplaces and narrow lanes.

Next in our Varanasi Ayodhya tour package is the birthplace of Lord Rama, Ayodhya. The projected Rama temple, Ram Janmabhoomi, will be visited. Finally, on this 7- day tour of Uttar Pradesh , our visitors will visit Lucknow, the state capital.where you will visit the DilKusha Garden, Ram Krishna Math, a great Shah Najaf, and many more. With our well-planned Lucknow sightseeing tour package, we at India Private Tour get to enjoy the Awadhi gateway, sample local cuisine, and meet the pleasant people of Uttar Pradesh. Book with us our Varanasi tour package and get the opportunity to explore this interesting Indian region’s history and spirituality. 

Day 1 Arrive Varanasi

Welcome to Varanasi one of the most ancient cities in the world, with vivid rituals, kind people and fascinating culture.

Arriving at airport meet your driver at airport to be escorted to the hotel. After the check in get ready for sightseen in Saranath, which is known where the Lord Buddah gave his first sermon, to his disciples, in this small village you will visit Buddah Temple, the Dhamekha Stupa, Chaukhand Stupa and the archaeological museum.

Dinner and overnight at hotel.

Day 2 Varanasi Sightseeing

This day will be special, with a unique experience at the Holy River Ganges, early morning a boat ride through the Holy waters, you will visit the Ghats of Varanasi, with spectacular views.

Finishing the ride you will be taken to the hotel for the breakfast. After breakfast, a sightseeing in Varanasi, to visit the Ramnagar fort, the 17 th century construction, once the residence of Maharaja of Varanasi.

Day 3 Varanasi Sightseeing

After breakfast your day starts with a sightseeing to visit the city temples. You will visit, Bharat Mata Temple, Vishwanat Temple, Annapurna Temple and Manas Mandir.

Back to the hotel for dinner and overnight.

Day 4 Varanasi to Ayodhya

After breakfast, check out to drive to Ayodhya (aprox 5 hours drive). Ayodhya known as Saketa, believed to be the birthplace of Rama, and setting the epic Ramayana.

After the check in at hotel, get fresh to start your journey to contemplate the city, visiting holy Temples and sacred places.

This day Highlight is the Ram Mandir to participate the Ram Bhajan and Aarti inside the Temple. Stay overnight at Hotel in Ayodhya.

Day 5 Ayodhya to Lucknow

After breafast drive to Lucknow , the capital of the state of Uttar Pradesh in the first day. Lucknow is famous for its heritage and culture. On arrival, check into the hotel and soon leave to visit Bara Imambara and Chhota Imambara. Both are imposing monuments with great historical significance. Stay overnight at Hotel In Lucknow.

Day 6 Lucknow Sightseeing

Explore the city and the attractions it holds, Lucknow is an interesting place with great things to offer. The structures in the city showcase the fine blend of Indo- Islamic and colonial era. Visit some sites like: Dilkusha Garden, Shah Najaf, Ram Krishna Math, Moti Mahal, La Martiniere, Chattra Manzil, also visit the old city in the evening. Spend some time indulging into shopping and trying out some ethnic dishes.

Day 7 Lucknow Airport drop

After breakfast drive to the airport to catch the flight for onward destination

The above cost includes:

1. Arrival Assistance

2. Baggage Allowance as per the airline policy 3. Tour Manager Services throughout the tour 4. Travel by comfortable A/C Car/Coach as per the tour itinerary 5. Entrance fees of all sightseeing places to be visited from inside 6. Accommodation in best hotels on twin sharing basis 7. All Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (set menu) as mentioned in the itinerary 8. All Tips – Guide, Driver & Restaurants 9. All Applicable taxes

The above cost does not include:

1. Porterage, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, wines & alcoholic beverages, items of personal nature and food or drink. 2. Any extra cost incurred on behalf of an individual due to illness, accident, hospitalization, or any personal emergency 3. Anything specifically not mentioned in the itinerary.

Documents Required:

For foreigners A Valid passport and VISA For Indians Address proof of any one documet Passport /Voter ID card/Driving License or Aadhaar Card

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What is included in the Varanasi tour packages?

At India Private Tour, our tour packages are very well-designed by our experts to offer each of our tourists the best services to make their holiday memories happy and seamless. Everything from accommodation, transportation, guide, and breakfast, entrance tickets for sightseeing is included. Discover and book the best Varanasi to Ayodhya tour package.

How long is the tour?

This Holi India Tour duration is of 6 night and 7 days . Call us to get the best deals and offers on the Ayodhya to Lucknow tour package.

Does the 7 days Varanasi itinerary include any meals?

Our Holy India tour 6 nights and 7 days Lucknow tour includes breakfast but does not cover any further meals. Our guides, however, know the best places to eat and where to get the best street cuisine to enjoy during the entire tour.

Is there a certain dress code that must be observed while on tour?

Some of the holy locations we visit on the 7 days Varanasi itinerary do need appropriate attire. If you plan on visiting a temple, please dress respectfully. India Private Tour is the ideal place to book Varanasi tour packages 7 days.

Is there a minimum or maximum age requirement to take the tour?

No, our Holy India tour 6 nights and 7 days Lucknow tour does not have any age limits; however, please keep in mind that some aspects of the tour may require a significant amount of physical effort.

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Steeped in spirituality, India is the perfect place for pilgrim tour for any religion either for Hindu temples or churches, mosques or gurudwaras, Jain followers or Budhhism. We offer best pilgrimage tour packages that are amalgam of enthusiastic fun as well as pilgrim spirituality. Our well-designed spiritual tour packages are customized as per your comfort, availability, safety and suitable travel means that provides a hassle-free religious tour experience in India.

The well-known pilgrimage tour in India is Chardham Yatra that comprises visit to four holy destinations Badrinath, Dwarka, Jagannath Puri, and Rameshwar. North India offers chota Char Dham Yatra that takes you to holy shrines of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. Mata Vaishno Devi trip, Amarnath Yatra and Golden temple in Amritsar is equally famous pilgrim destinations in north India. Moving to South India where you can take 10 days temple tour of south package. Visit Tirupati Balaji in Tirupati, the 12 Shiva Jyotirlingas, Meenakshi Amman temple in Madurai, 52 Shaktipeeths, and Shirdi. We take care of all arrangements and trekking facilities as well at the trip.

India’s diversity makes it a home to many religious sites of different faith, therefore, one has the chance to pay homage to the beautiful Jain Temples like Dilwara Jain Temple & Ranakpur Temple in Rajasthan, Palitana Temples in Gujarat, Gomateshwar Temple in Karnataka etc.

We offer pilgrim tour packages for every religion that includes popular mosques and dargahs tour like Hazratbal Shrine in Kashmir, Ajmer Shareef in Rajasthan, Nizamuddin Dargah in Delhi, Haji Ali in Mumbai etc. For devotees of Christian faith, spiritual tours can be arranged to San Thome Church and Velankanni Church in Tamil Nadu and Basilica of Bom Jesus in Goa and many more.

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India is birthplace of many religions, one of them is Buddhism. Explore Buddha statue, monasteries with tour packages of Varanasi, Leh and Ladakh, Sanchi Stupa in Madhya Pradesh, Bodhgaya in Bihar, Tawang Monastery in Arunachal etc. In Ancient times, India was a realized generally socialized and socially created nation, the home of incredible writers, holy people, savant, rulers, amazing warriors. Because of rich culture and heritage, the different locales of the world had been begun and prospered in India. From old period persona and folklore in the dirt of this nation outcomes bounty brilliant journey and love puts, these strict landmarks increased a key unmistakable quality and proof of most visited.

The greater part of the extraordinary locales are the necessary part of Indian heritage and culture: like Hinduism, Christianity, Jainism, Buddhism, Sikhism, and Islam. These areas are mixed with the dirt of India. The nation is delighted quietness of Indian areas mood, where Lord Buddha, Sai Baba, Mahabir and Guru Nanak once lived on this dirt and committed themselves to upgrade the otherworldliness for improvement of life. Religion and dedication to the god-like divine beings is noteworthy part of the way of life and conventions of India. Hindu despite everything accepts that achieving the salvations, Tirtha Yatra (visiting significant journeys) is must for each Hindu religion adherent, So Hindu individuals of all confidence and conviction have ethically and strictly starving to visit adored journeys spots to summon the Gods endowments to acquires absolution of their off-base doings and sins, likewise get away from the awesome fierceness.

The devout soil of India will uncover the genuine essences of Indian commitments and one can Witness the unlimited conviction and beliefs on their God and his matchless quality by Indians. The lord of adherent might be with different names and types of appearance, obviously dedication and otherworldliness make certain to encounter universe of Indian religion during your journey excursion to India. This is inescapable that you will back home with an enlightenment, you were founding for your entire life.

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Kedarnath is situated around 220 kms distant from Rishikesh in Uttaranchal district. This awesome and devout journey town is at the elevation of 3580 meters, laid on the astonishing piles of Kedarnath in Himalaya. Perhaps the holiest journey for Hindus from everywhere throughout the world and also considered as abode of Lord Shiva. The overwhelming temple of Kedarnath is perfectly sounded by the elevated snow capped mountains and pinnacles. Indian prestigious holy person thinker Adi Shankaracharya constructed the temple in eighth century. This is one of the journey locales out of the 5 Kedarnath Shrines in India. This temple is developed on the old temples which were worked by Pandavas. There is Samadhi of Adi Shankaracharya Chorabari is named Gandhi Sarovar with gliding ice on the sparkling water of the lake and Vasuki lake.

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Vasuki Tal,Gandhi Sarovar,nearby villages: Sonprayag, Gauri Kund, Guptakashi and Ukhimath.

Via Air: Jolly Grant, Dehradun (246 kms)

By Rail: Nearest Railheads are: Rishikesh: 229 kms, Kotdwar: 260 kms

By Road: Around 14 kms ( by Walk) from Gauri kund, which is associated by street to Rishikesh 295 kms, additionally Kotdwar, Dehradun, Haridwar and other significant slope stations of Garhwal and Kumaon district.

The pious temple of Shri Badrinathji is 15 mt.high, built as a cone with a little vault of a plated bull and tower is Dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Set in the midst of a pleasant valley, at a height of 3,133 mt. above ocean level, it is situated on the correct bank of blessed stream Alaknanda.

The Golden Temple at Amritsar, is the most popular of Sikhs landmarks, ornamented with an overlaid by Raja Ranjit Singh. Encompassed with water on all the sides, it was raised in the sixteenth century. The mandir, a two storeyed structure is based on a 67 ft square of marble. Anandpur Sahib in Punjab is one of the most worshipped spots of pioneer for the Sikh people group.

The Jama Masjid, ignoring the old markets of Chandni Chowk, is probably the biggest mosque in India. It was worked by Shah Jahan in Delhi. Jama Masjid, looks over the old markets of the city that are massed around Chandni Chowk and stretches till the incomparable Red Fort. We offer pilgrim tour packages form Delhi as Vaishno Devi Yatra from Delhi , Golden Temple tour, Char Dham Yatra, Nau Devi Darshan Tour Package.

The Dargah at Ajmer is a shrine viewed as a position of wish achievements for the individuals who supplicate with passionate and unadulterated hearts. This Dargah houses the tomb of Saint Mohinudeen Chisti. In the region of the Dargah the tomb of The Saint's little girl Bili Hafiz Jama and; tomb of Shah Jahan's little girl Chimni Begum is found.' Ajmer' owes its composite culture to the rule of numerous lines that came, controlled and left, deserting permanent characteristics of their way of life and customs culture. Ajmer is arranged in a valley encompassed by the Aravali slopes, 131 Kms West of Jaipur. It is likewise connected with striking recorded occasions. 'Dargah Khwaja Sahib' the milestone of Ajmer. One of the holiest Muslim places of worship in the nation. The city has some unbelievable magnum opuses of Indo-Islamic engineering.'

Pushkar', 11 Kms West of Ajmer, along the pleasant Pushkar Lake lies the peaceful town with profound strict essentialness. A significant journey focus of Hindus, prospering with 400 sanctuaries and a lake encloses by 52 ghats. The greatest fascination being the temple of Lord Brahma. Pushkar is additionally the site for one of the biggest and most brilliant steers fairs on the planet. You can explore Jaipur Ajmer Pushkar tour package to explore all pilgrim attraction of all three cities.

The top-rated attractions of Varanasi are the long series of ghats, which line the western bank of the Ganges. There are over a 100 washing and consuming ghats yet the Manikarnika Ghat is the most sacrosanct of all. Spiritual tour in Varanasi includes visit to famous temples, Ganga Aarti, Sarnath Temple. This is the primary consuming ghats and one of the most favourable spots where a Hindu can be incinerated. Dasaswamedha Ghat is presumably the most advantageous beginning stage. At the hour of dawn, individuals visit this ghat to get an intriguing prologue to the stream. Here you will observe the crowd of individuals who go to the edge of the Ganges for a custom shower, yet to rehearse yoga, offer endowments, purchase paan, play cricket, have a dip, or get a shave. Shopping at business sectors well known for their fancy metal work, lacquered toy, shawls, silks and sitars; visiting the close by Buddhist focal point of Sarnath.

Mathura, birthplace of Lord Krishna, welcomes pilgrims with temples like Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi, Dwarkadhish Temple, and Vishram Ghat. Here pilgrims take holy dips in the Yamuna River. Vrindavan, closely associated with Krishna's childhood, is a labyrinth of temples, ashrams, and ghats, with the famous Banke Bihari Temple, ISKCON Temple, and the serene Yamuna ghats. Mathura Vrindavan tour package offers a glimpse into the vibrant traditions, devotional fervour, and enchanting stories of Krishna's life. It is an exploration of spirituality, art, and the timeless appeal of these towns, attracting tourists and pilgrims alike.

Orissa or Kalinga as it was then called was a settlement of non-Aryan and Aryan pilgrims. It was here that the well known Battle of Kalinga was battled which made King Ashoka neglect war. Arranged in Orissa and implicit the thirteenth century to celebrate a military triumph, the Sun Temple is a design quality. The fundamental pinnacle of Konark stands 227 feet high superceding both Lingaraja and Jagannath temples. The temple, known as the dark pagoda, is a splendid account in stone, with a large number of pictures including deities.Jagannath Temple, Lingaraja Temple, Devgarh, Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh; Somnath Temple in Gujarat are a portion of the notable temples.

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Ayodhya the city of Ramayan is brimming with the remnants of a bygone era. This village has served as a key hub for pilgrims, historians, archaeologists, and students alike. It is an episode from the Ramayan, a page from ancient history, and home to several tourist sites.

Mathura and Vrindavan are two most visited sacred cities in Uttar Pradesh. Known as Krishna Janmbhoomi, Mathura standsout among entire state whereas Vrinadavan is very popular for young days of Lord Krishna.

From ancient times, Varanasi, often referred to as Kashi or Benares, has drawn tourists from all over the world. Hindus believe Varanasi to be one of the most sacred towns in the entire world.

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Spiritual tour packages in India – A list of the best holy places

India is the land of the Gods and Goddesses. There are so many deities that it is not possible to keep count. This is why a spiritual tour package in India doesn’t always mean that it is only for the senior citizens or the elderly. The holy places in India are so beautiful that it will mesmerize even the youngsters as well.

There are so many spiritually significant places in India that sometimes it will be hard for you to choose which one you want to visit first. If you plan to visit the north of India, you shall find Amarnath, Vaishno Devi, Kedarnath Badrinath, and more. On the other hand, if you visit south India, you will find Tirupati Balaji, Murudeshwar, Shirdi, Rameshwaram, and more.

This is why we have collected the best spiritual destinations in India. In the following section of the blog, we are going to bring you the spiritual tour packages in India.

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Shirdi shani shignapur tour package.

There is no doubt that Shirdi is one of the most divine places in India. The name Shirdi itself is enough for people in India to recognize the place in one instant. It is very popular. This is the place where Shri Sai Baba bestowed his blessings and preached his life lessons to his devotees.

Also, no one is really aware of his actual cast and this is the best part. Thus, people from all religions love him and worship him. People from all over the world come to visit the Shirdi Sai Baba temple. You can always opt for the Shirdi tour packages from My Tirth India to come and visit this temple.

Dwarka Somnath tour package

Coming to the spiritual tour packages in India, one cannot miss out on the Dwarka Somnath tour packages . The reason is, Dwarka is regarded as one of the most popular spiritual places because it is the place where Lord Krishna set up his kingdom capital. Apart from the mythological legends, this is also a great place to have a family trip and holiday. The coastal areas of Dwarka-Somnath are excellent places for beach holidays. You can have a great family trip if you can opt for the Dwarka Somnath tour packages.

Vaishno Devi Temple, Jammu & Kashmir

When it is about the spiritual tour packages in India, the third one on our list is the Vaishno Devi Temple. It is again one of the most popular spiritual places in India. Also, an interesting thing is, it is the second most visited temple in the country after Tirupati Balaji. A great thing about Vaishno Devi is, you have to reach the temple through a trek of 13 kilometers.

Thus, it can be a test of your stamina if you choose to walk. However, when you reach the temple, it will be a beautiful experience for you. Also, you can take this journey using horse and human palanquins. There are Helicopters available for this as well. Opt for the Vaishno Devi tour package to experience this majestic journey.

Amritsar, Golden Temple

There is no doubt that the Golden Temple is one of the most popular places in India. There are thousands of devotees every year who come to visit this temple. Located in Amritsar, Punjab, this is the most sacred Sikh Gurudwara, not only in India but also in the whole world. The official name of the place is Harmandir Sahib, which is also known as Darbar Sahib.

The best feature of this Golden Temple is the Amrit Sarovar. This is a holy tank. People believe that the waters of this lake have healing powers. The Golden Temple is just beautiful with the golden and marble structure. You cannot match its beauty with anything. To get the feel of its beauty, you have to opt for the Golden Temple Amritsar package .

Tirupati Balaji Package

Speaking of the spiritual tour packages in India, the next on our list is the Tirupati Balaji package. The Tirupati Temple is the richest temple in India. Also, a very interesting fact is, after the Vatican, the Tirupati Temple is the most visited shrine in the world. The temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara and is located on the seventh peak of the Tirupati Hill. Thus, it is sometimes also known as the Venkateswara Temple. To experience the majestic view of the temple, you should opt for the Tirupati Balaji tour package .

Rameshwaram – Madurai tour package

When you choose the Rameshwaram Madurai tour package , you will be choosing to visit one of the holiest places in India. This is a very sacred place because Lord Rama used to worship Lord Shiva here to seek forgiveness and blessings to wash away the sin of killing Ravana. This the closest point from India to reach Sri Lanka. Also, according to numerous historical evidence suggest that this is the place where the Rama Setu was built to reach Lanka. There is no doubt that the spiritual land of Rameshwaram is one of the most beautiful Island Cities located in the Gulf of Munnar.

Jagannath Puri tour package

Puri, which is also known as the Jagannath Dham, is India’s one of the most sacred places. You would be surprised to know that it took three generations of time and effort to create the Jagannath Temple. The Jagannath temple is very important to the devotees and it is also one of the Char Dham pilgrimages in India. The temple is popular for its annual Rath Yatra festival. Another unique feature of the Jagannath Temple in Puri is, the top flag of the temple flows in the opposite direction of the wind. There is still no scientific explanation for it. You should opt for the Jagannath Puri tour package to visit this majestic beauty of Odisha.

Ujjain Mahakaleshwar tour package

The Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Temple is a mesmerizing place to worship one of the Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The place remains crowded from all over India and is a must-visit place for the Hindus. Mahakaleshwar is the name for Lord Shiva and it means the god of time or death. You should not miss out on the morning aarti which is also known as the Bhasm Arti. This temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of India and the holy sanctuary is found along the banks of the Rudra Sagar Lake in Ujjain. Get the Ujjain Mahakaleshwar tour package for having this experience.

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12 Destinations to Cover on a Pilgrimage Tour in North India

India is one of the major spiritual centres in the world with its plethora of temples and other religious sites that have today become the cynosure of world’s eyes. These spiritual sites not only attract pilgrims from different corners of India and the world but, also lures many knowledge seekers, researchers and curious travellers who are keen to get an insight in India’s rich spiritualistic and Vedic history.

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Here is a list of some major spiritualistic and religious centres of North India that are worth visiting at least once in your lifetime:

Amarnath cave, jammu & kashmir.

One of the most sacred shrines for Hindus, the holy ‘ Amarnath Cave ’ is located in a narrow gorge at the end of the ‘Lidder Valley’ in the state of Jammu & Kashmir. Covered with snow for most of the year, the cave gets accessible to pilgrims for only a short duration in summers around the festival of Shravani Mela in July and August. It is believed that Lord Shiva unrevealed the secrets of life, death, moksha and immortality to Goddess Parvati in this holy cave. Large number of devotees gather here to get the divine darshans of the natural Shivlinga formed from ice in this cave.

Abode of Lord Shiva, the cave can be reached through a strenuous climb from Srinagar via Pahalgam or Baltal (Sonamarg). Chandanwari forms the major stopover along the Srinagar-Pahalgam-Chandanwari-Amarnath route. It is believed that Lord Shiva left his moon (Chand) at Chandanwari on his way to Amarnath and hence, this place got its name. Pilgrims can reach Chandanwari through various options of road transport from Srinagar and it is at Chandanwari from where a steep climb of around 16km. needs to be covered on foot or ponies to reach the Amarnath cave. The magic of picturesque vistas and an aura of complete spirituality and divinity all along the route helps the pilgrims forget all their fatigue, giving them an indescribable sense of motivation and power to reach their destination. Click here for Amarnath Yatra by Helicopter Tour Itinerary .

Following are some of the major attractions of religious importance that can be seen along the route from Chandanwari to Amarnath:

• Pissu Top – The ‘Pissu Top’ lies at only few kilometres from Chandanwari and the hike is so steep that even professional hikers sometimes seem to be struggling with the challenge of the climb. As per the legends, Pissu Top lies at top of the hill that was formed from the bones of Asuras who were killed by Devtas during a big battle.
• Sheshnag Valley – At a distance of around 9 km. from Pissu Top, pilgrims reach their next stopover, the ‘Sheshnag Valley’. Mesmerizing views of the snow-covered mountains, turquoise blue lake and the Lidar glacier take your breath away once you reach the serene Sheshnag Valley. It is believed that it is at this valley where Lord Shiva left his Sheshnag before heading to the Amarnath Cave with Goddess Parvati. It is said that true devotees still get the darshans of Sheshnag at the Sheshnag Lake.
• Mahagunas Pass – From Sheshnag, the next major milestone is at the ‘Mahagunas Pass’ or the ‘Ganesh Top’, the highest altitude point of the pilgrimage. Leaving behind Lord Ganesha here, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati made their way to the holy Amarnath Cave. The path leading to Mahagunas Pass from Sheshnag is considered to be the most dangerous climb of the Amarnath Yatra with huge boulders, sharp rocks and deep valleys along the route.
• Panchtarni – From the Mahagunas Pass, a descend starts and Panchtarni lies at a distance of 3.4 km. Known for the five rivers that are believed to have been originated from the hairs of lord Shiva, Panchtarni gets its name. Also, as per the legends Lord Shiva here left the five elements of human life (earth, fire, water, air and sky). Located on the foothills of Mt. Bhairav, captivating views of the surrounding area remain in your memories forever.
• Amarnath Cave – At a distance of 6km. from Panchtarni, lies the final destination, the holy Amarnath cave. Pilgrims perform Pooja inside the cave and pay homage to the Swayambhu ice Shivlinga. The divine aura inside the cave is strong enough to magnetize your minds and souls.

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Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

Another one of the most revered Hindu pilgrimage destinations in India, is the holy shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi located on the ‘Trikoot Parvat’ near Katra in Jammu and Kashmir. Thousands of devotees from all across India and different corners of the world visit the temple every year. Three forms of Goddess Durga in shape of three natural rock formations known as ‘Pindies’ are worshipped in the cave of Mata Vaishno Devi.

The holy ‘Vaishno Devi Yatra’ starts from the base camp of Katra, covering a distance of almost 12km. Pilgrims need to cover the distance on foot. For those not in prime of health, ponies and palkis can be rented from Katra. Private helicopter services can also be booked from Katra, which ply till ‘Sanjhi Chhat’ from where the remaining distance needs to be covered on foot. The hilly roads to the holy cave are in quiet good conditions with rest houses, dhabas and eateries lined at various places across the route. Panoramic views, aesthetic natural beauty and loud chants of ‘Jai Mata Di’ filling the air, gets you going to your final destination. Besides the main temple of Vaishno Devi, here are other sites that can be visited in and around Katra.

• Ban Ganga – This is the first stop in Katra from where the actual Vaishno Devi Yatra begins. The sacred Ganga River flows at this place and before starting the pilgrimage, devotees take a dip in the holy waters of the river. According to the legends, Mata Vaishno Devi, while on her way to the holy cave stopped here and using an arrow (or ‘Ban’ in Hindi) made River Ganga to appear and hence, the name ‘Ban Ganga’. Goddess Vaishno Devi also washed her hair (‘Bal’ in Hindi) in this water stream and therefore, the place is also known as ‘Bal Ganga’.
• Charan Paduka – Located at a distance of 1 km. from Ban Ganga, it is believed that Vaishno Mata stopped here and looked back to see if Bhairav Nath is chasing her. Her footprints got engraved here and the place came to be known as ‘Charan Paduka’. A small temple is built here which is visited by all pilgrims on their way to the holy cave.
• Ardhkuwari – Ardhkuwari marks the mid-point of the journey. According to legends, Goddess Vaishno Devi resided in this womb shaped cave for 9 months and prayed to Lord Shiva. The cave at Ardhkuwari is famously known as ‘Garbh Joon’ because of its resemblance to the shape of womb. The place is an important stopover along the journey. It is believed that even the fattest of the persons on earth can easily get through the narrow cave of Ardhkuwari.
• Bhairav Nath Temple – After paying the homage to Mata Vaishno Devi at her holy shrine, pilgrims visit the ‘Bhairav Nath Temple’, located in ‘Bhairav Ghati’ at a distance of 5km from Vaishno Devi temple. It is believed that the yatra remains incomplete if a visit is not made to this temple. Views of surrounding mountains and forests captivate your hearts and souls from the Bhairon temple.
• Patnitop – A beautiful hill station located in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir, Patnitop attracts lots of tourists, especially the honeymoon couples visiting the Vaishno Devi temple. Serenity of this lush meadow surrounded with mountains and thick woods of pines, acts as a perfect destination to spend some relaxing time in the lap of Mother Nature.

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Yamunotri, Uttarakhand

One of the 4 pilgrim destinations of the ‘Chhota Char Dham Yatra’ in Uttarakhand, Yamunotri marks the holy abode of Goddess ‘Yamuna’. Home to the originating point of River Yamuna, one of the sacred rivers for Hindus, the place is visited by thousands of pilgrims every year. According to Hindu mythology, whoever takes bath in waters of River Yamuna gets a painless and peaceful death. Following is a list of main tourist attractions in and around Yamunotri.

• Hanuman Chatti – Located 6km. short of Yamunotri, Hanuman Chatti is the base camp for trekking to Yamunotri. Trekkers either start their trek from this point or take a jeep or taxi till Janki Chatti from where the distance of the trek reduces by 2km. A small ‘Hanuman Temple’ at Hanuman Chatti is a must visit enroute to Yamunotri.
• Janki Chatti – Known for its hot water springs where pilgrims can take bath and get relieved from their fatigue, this is the place from where the actual climb till Yamunotri starts. This is also the point from where palanquins and ponies can be hired.
• Kharsali – Located at a distance of 1 km. from Yamunotri, Kharsali is a quaint little village and the winter home to Goddess Yamuna. When the main Yamunotri temple gets closed in winters, the main deity of Yamunotri temple is brought a Kharsali and is worshipped here for almost 6 winter months. The place is also known for its ancient ‘Shani Dev Temple’ made of stones, wood and a unique mortar made of Urad Daal.
• Yamunotri Temple – This the main shrine dedicated to Yamuna Ji. The deity of Goddess Yamuna is in the form of a silver idol bedecked with garlands.
• Surya Kund – Located close to the main Yamunotri temple, Surya Kund is a natural hot water spring named after Sun God, father of Goddess Yamuna. Before visiting the main temple, there is a custom of first bathing and preparing the Prasad of rice and potatoes in the waters of this spring. The Prasad is then offered to the deity of Yamuna Ji in Yamunotri Temple.
• Divya Shila – After preparing Prasad at the Surya Kund, pilgrims first need to pay homage to this rock pillar before entering the Yamunotri Temple.
• Champasar Glacier – This is the main point from where river Yamuna originates. Located few km. further up the Yamunotri Temple and owing to its steep climb and limited accessibility, the glacier is visited by only few brave-hearted pilgrims.

Yamunotri Temple Opening Date: May 10, 2024

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Gangotri, Uttarakhand

Second of the 4 pilgrim destinations of the ‘Char Dham Yatra’ in Uttarakhand, Gangotri marks the holy abode of Goddess ‘Ganga’, the most sacred river of Hindus. Home to the originating point of Ganga River, this is one of the most spiritual places for Hindus in the world. It is believed that taking a dip in holy waters of Ganga can relieve you from the vicious cycle of life and death. Unspoilt natural charm, mesmerizing scenic vistas and a fresh mountain air along with the chants of ‘Jai Ma Gange’ echoing in the ears, makes you feel connected with a divine power as you head towards Gangotri. Here are some must see attractions in and around Gangotri.

• Ganga Temple, Mukhba Village – Located at a short distance from Gangotri in the town of Harsil, Mukhba is a small village that is a home to Goddess Ganga during winters. Main idol of Ganga is brought to the ‘Ganga Temple’ in this village where it is worshipped for 6 months of winters.
• Bhairon Temple, Bhairon Ghati – Located 10 km. short of Gangotri, it is a scenic valley known for its ancient ‘Bhairon Baba Temple’. Pilgrims on their war to Gangotri make it a point to pay their homage to Bhairon Baba in this temple.
• Gangotri Temple – This is the main shrine where Goddess Ganga is revered.
• Submerged Shivlinga – A natural rock Shivlinga submerged under water which is believed to be the seat of Lord Shiva when he took Ganga in his matted locks to protect earth from devastation because of the rigorous flow of her waters.
• Gaumukh Glacier – This is the main originating point of River Ganga located 18 km. ahead of Gangotri. An arduous trek full of scenic vistas and mesmerizing views of the Himalayas is a must if you are in pink of health. Make sure to check weather conditions and take permit from the Uttarakhand forest department before commencing this trek.
• Tapovan & Nandanvan – Further few kms ahead of the Gaumukh Glacier, scenic sites of Tapovan and Nandanvan offering mesmerizing views of the Shivling Peak can be reached. This trek is only meant for brave hearts and courageous people as the path is prone to accidents and natural calamities.

Gangotri Temple Opening Date: May 10, 2024

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There are many more attractions in the vicinity like the ‘Pandava Gufa’, ‘Suryakund Waterfalls’ etc. You can visit them if time permits.

Kedarnath, Uttarakhand

One of the most revered pilgrim destinations for Hindus, Kedarnath is the home to one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva and also forms the 3 rd dham of the Char Dham Yatra. The place is visited by uncountable number of pilgrims every year seeking spiritual bliss and salvation from an unending cycle of life and death. Following are main tourist attractions in and around Kedarnath.

• Omkareshwar Temple, Ukhimath – Scenic village of Ukimath is located a short distance before Kedarnath. The ‘Omakreshwar Temple’ in Ukhimath acts as the winter home to Lord Kedarnath who is worshipped here owing to the closure of main Kedarnath Temple.
• Gauri Kund – Located 20 km. short of Kedarnath, this is the base site from where trekking needs to be commenced till Kedarnath. Pilgrims first take bath in the natural thermal waters of Gaurikund, pay their homage to Goddess Parvati in the ‘Gauri Temple’ and then proceed to Kedarnath.
• Kedarnath Temple – This is the main shrine of Lord Shiva who is revered in the form of Kedarnath. Home to one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and considered to be one of the ‘Panch Kedars’, the temple holds a great religious significance for Hindus and devotees of Lord Shiva.
• Vasuki Tal – Located at a distance of 8 km. from Kedarnath Temple, Vasuki Tal is the place where Lord Vishnu is believed to have bathed in ancient times.
• Shankaracharya Samadhi – Adi Guru Shankaracharya is the main spiritual guru of Hindus. He took nirvana at the age of 32 at Kedarnath. His body was merged under the land where his Samadhi resides today. The statue of Guru Shankaracharya was washed away in massive flash floods in 2013 but the site has now been fully restored.
• Bhairav Temple – Lord Bhairavnath is believed to guard Kedarnath Valley during winters when everything is covered under the snow. The temple is dedicated to Lord Bhairavnath and can be reached via a 1km. trek from Kedarnath Temple.

Kedarnath Temple Opening Date: May 10, 2024

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Badrinath, Uttarakhand

Last of the four dhams of the ‘Chhota Char Dham Yatra’ in Uttarakhand, Badrinath is the holy abode of Lord Vishnu. According to Puranic legends, Lord Vishnu performed a great penance here and his consort, Goddess Lakshmi, took the form of berry trees to shade him from the harsh sun. ‘Badri’ is the local name for berries and hence, this place came to be known as ‘Badrinath’. Best sightseeing places in and around Badrinath include the following.

• Badrinath Temple – This is the main shrine where Lord Vishnu is revered in the dual form of Nar and Narayana. One of the most holy shrines for Vaishnavites, the temple is located in Garhwal Hills on the banks of the Alaknanda River in Uttarakhand. Breath-taking beauty of the surroundings and captivating views of Himalayas from the temple make your hearts stop for a while.
• Tapt Kund – A natural hot water spring where pilgrims take a holy dip before entering the main shrine. The water is also believed to contain curative properties.
• Mana Village – This is the scenic village associated with Rishi Vyas, author of Mahabharata and Lord Ganesha, who helped sage Vyas to write Mahabharata in a tremendous speed. ‘Vyas Cave’ and ‘Ganesh Temple’ residing in the village are worth visiting.
• Vasudhara Falls – Located at a distance of 6 km. from the Mana Village , these beautiful falls offer captivating views of snow clad Himalayas and glaciers feeding the Alaknanda River.
• Neelkanth Peak – One of the highest peaks of the Garhwal region, the Neelkanth peak lies at a distance of 9 km. east of Badrinath. The peak is believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva and serves as a scenic backdrop for the Badrinath Temple.
• Charan Paduka – Located at a distance of 3 km. from the Badrinath Temple, this is the huge boulder with engraved footprints of Lord Vishnu.
• Brahma Kapal – A flat boulder located on the banks of Alaknanda River, this is the place where Hindus pray and perform rituals for salvation of departed souls of their ancestors.
• Sheshnetra – This is another remarkable holy site in Badrinath where a huge rock has natural imprints of an eye of Sheshnag, the snake on which Lord Vishnu takes his retreat.
• Mata Murti Temple – This temple is dedicated to Mata Murti, mother of Lord BadriNarayan. According to mythological beliefs, Lord Vishnu took birth in the form of Nar and Narayan from the womb of Mata Murti to kill a demon.

Badrinath Temple Opening Date: May 12, 2024

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Haridwar, Uttarakhand

Haridwar or the ‘Gateway to God’, is one of the most sacred pilgrim destinations in India. Located on the foothills of Himalayas and banks of holy Ganga River in the state of Uttarakhand, Haridwar attracts umpteen number of pilgrims, travellers and holiday seekers from across India and different corners of the world. Pilgrims travel to this holy city from far-off locations to take bath in holy waters of the sacred river to absolve their sins. Haridwar is also one of the 4 pilgrim destinations in India where ‘ Kumbh Mela ’ is organized on a rotation basis. Magical charm of the city with its bustling markets lined up with small eateries and curio shops, ghats crowded with pilgrims and sadhus and sounds of temple bells echoing in the ears; takes you in its full spirits. Here are some major tourist attractions of Haridwar.

• Har ki Pauri – One of the most famous and most holy places in Haridwar, Har ki Pauri acts as the host for enchanting evening Ganga Aarti. View of the lighted diyas floating on the river surface, echoing chants of the prayers and aroma of the incense makes you feel as if you have reached a different world altogether. The place is also the most preferred destination for pilgrims to take dip in the holy waters of Ganga to absolve their sins.
• Mansa Devi Temple – Situated on a hilltop, Mansa Devi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Mansa (wish fulfilling Goddess). Pilgrims and tourists visiting Haridwar make it a point to visit this temple to have their wishes fulfilled by tying a thread on the branches of the sacred tree in the temple premises.
• Chandi Devi Temple – One of the other most famous temples of Haridwar, Chandi Devi Temple is perched on the Neel Parvat and can be reached through the ropeway that starts near the Gauri Shankar temple in Haridwar. Goddess Durga in the form of Chandi (manifestation she took to kill the demons Shumbh and Nishumbh) is revered in this temple. Also, considered to be one of the Siddha Shaktipeeths, pilgrims visit the temple to seek the blessings of Goddess.
• Maya Devi Temple – Dedicated to Goddess Maya, the temple is also one of the 52 Shakti Peeths where navel and heart of Goddess Sati is believed to have fallen. The presiding deity of the temple is three headed and four armed form of Shakti or Durga. Maya Devi Temple , along with Mansa Devi Temple and Chandi Devi Temple forms the Siddha Shaktipeeths where wishes of true devotees are fulfilled.
• Sapt Rishi Ashram – One of the oldest and most beautiful ashrams of Haridwar, the ‘Sapt Rishi Ashram’ today stands on the holy site where River Ganga split her in seven channels in order to lower the thunderous sound of her gushing waters disturbing the seven rishis engrossed in deep meditation. Located at a distance of 5 km. from Har ki Pauri, the Sapt Rishi Ashram serves as a home to many rishis, saints and sages visiting Haridwar from different corners of the country. Regular Yoga and meditation classes are also held in this ashram.
• Patanjali Yogpeeth – The famous Patanjali Yogpeeth run by Baba Ramdev is another great tourist attraction in Haridwar. One of the main Yoga and Meditation centres of the world, the place is visited by many tourists, pilgrims and yoga enthusiasts.
• Rajaji National Park – Located at a distance of 10km from Haridwar, the Rajaji National Park is known for its indigenous flora and fauna and a wide variety and wild animals and birds. The park is the second best tiger reserve in Uttarakhand after the Corbett National Park. Jungle safaris inside the park can be arranged by the Uttarakhand forest department.
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Besides the above attractions, the list of temples in Haridwar is endless; it can take ages to cover all of them.

Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Another sacred pilgrim destination for Hindus, Rishikesh is situated on the foothills of Himalayas on the banks of Ganga River in Dehradun district of Uttarakhand. Also named as the ‘World’s Yoga Capital’, the place is dotted with numerous Yoga and meditation centres. Rishikesh is also home to various ashrams and is a hub of adventure activities like white water river rafting, mountain climbing and river rappelling. Here are some major attractions of Rishikesh.

• Neelkanth Mahadev Temple – According to mythological legends, Lord Shiva, in order to protect the universe, consumed the poison that originated from Samudra Manthan. This act turned his throat blue making him to be called as ‘Neelkanth’. This manifestation of Lord Shiva as Neelkanth Mahadev is revered in the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple .
• Trimbakeshwar Temple – A 13 storeyed temple with each floor dedicated to a different form of Lord Shiva, the ‘ Trimbakeshwar Temple ’ is one of the most famous attractions of Rishikesh. Thousands of pilgrims visit this temple every day.
• Triveni Ghat – Located on the confluence of three holy rivers: Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati, the ghat is the holiest spots of Rishikesh. Thousands of pilgrims take a holy dip in the waters of the triveni confluence. Maha Aarti of Goddess Ganga every evening on the Triveni Ghat is an added attraction.
• Swarg Ashram – It is a spiritual community comprising of various ashrams, temples and bazaars. Lots of pilgrims coming to Rishikesh stay in one of the ashrams of Swarg Ashram. With Ganga River flowing right in front of the ashram, makes it one of the most serene places in Rishikesh.
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Mathura-Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh

The twin cities of Mathura and Vrindavan are associated with Lord Krishna. Located on the banks of River Yamuna in the state of Uttar Pradesh, Mathura is the place where Krishna was born and Vrindavan is where he spent his childhood and early youth. Many folktales of Radha and Krishna revolve around the city of Vrindavan. One of the important pilgrimage centres for Hindus, these holy cities are thronged by millions of pilgrims every year particularly during festivals of Janmashtmi and Holi. Here are some famous attractions not to be missed during your visit to these holy cities.

• Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple, Mathura – One of the most sought after tourist attractions in Mathura, the ‘ Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple ’ is distinguished as the birthplace of Lord Krishna. It is well known that Lord Krishna was born in a prison cell to Devki and Vasudeva. The temple is located at the same location and is visited by thousands of pilgrims who come here to seek blessings of the Lord.
• Dwarkadheesh Temple, Mathura – One of the other must-visit temples in Mathura is the Dwarkadhish Temple , where along with Lord Krishna who is revered in the form of king of holy city Dwarka, his beloved Radha is also worshipped. Intricate carvings and exquisite paintings adorning the walls of the temple are worth noticing.
• Kansa Qila, Mathura – This is an old fort linked as being the residence of Krishna’s maternal uncle, Kansa in Vedic times. The fort was re-built by Maharaja Man Singh of Jaipur and later an observatory was constructed in the fort by Raja Sawai Jai Singh of Amer. The fort today stands in ruins.
• Vishram Ghat, Mathura – This is the most sacred ghats in Mathura where Lord Krishna is believed to have taken rest for some time after killing his uncle, Kansa. Aarti of Yamuna Ji every evening held at Vishram Ghat, Mathura is a true spectacle with hundreds of floating diyas, aroma of incense and loud chanting of the prayers.
• Bankey Bihari Temple, Vrindavan – Shri Bankey Bihari Temple is the most visited and holiest temple in Vrindavan. Lord Krishna is worshipped in the form of ‘Nand Gopal’, the childhood manifestation of Lord Krishna. One cannot have continuous darshans of the Lord in this temple as curtains are drawn every few seconds because of the belief that anyone who sees the Lord for a long time will lose his consciousness.
• Rangaji Temple, Vrindavan – Another of the famous temples in Vrindavan is the Rangaji Temple , where Krishna is revered here in the form of Lord Ranganatha. Lord Krishna who is a manifestation of Lord Vishnu along with his consort, Goddess Lakshmi, is seen here resting on the coils of Sheshnag. Constructed in a South Indian style of architecture with 8 tall gopurams adorned with intricate carvings, this temple is a must visit.
• Goverdhan Hill, Govardhan – Located at a distance of 8km. from Vrindavan, the Govardhan Hill holds a great religious significance for devotees of Lord Krishna. Folktale of Lord Krishna lifting the entire Govardhan Hill on his little finger to save the people from devastation caused by Indra God, is known to all. Pilgrims from across the world travel to this place for circumambulation of this holy hill.
• Radha Kund – This sacred kund is located near Govardhan and it is believed that Radha Rani used to bathe in its waters. According to Padma Purana, Radha Kund is filled with ecstatic love for Lord Krishna and whosoever takes a dip in its holy waters is also blessed with love and mercy of the lord.
• Kusum Sarovar, Govardhan – This serene water body is worth visiting near Govardhan . The Kusum Sarovar is surrounded by numerous Kadamb trees. Not known to many, this is the place from where Radha along with other gopis used to pick flowers and meet Krishna. Peaceful and tranquil settings of the place make it worth visiting during your trip to Mathura-Vrindavan.

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Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Nicknamed as the ‘City of Temples’, Varanasi is acclaimed to be one of the oldest cities in the world, situated on the banks of holy River Ganges in state of Uttar Pradesh. Once known as Benaras or Kashi , Varanasi is the most sacred city and spiritual centre for Hindus. Believed to have been created by Lord Shiva himself, many people come to Varanasi to spend their last days so as to attain salvation from the cycle of life and death. The city is a magnet for pilgrims, travellers, knowledge seekers and historians alike. Electrifying sounds of the temple bells, echoing chants and hymns of the temple prayers and a fragrance of incense in the air of the city; is sure to make you connect with your spiritual self. A visit to Varanasi is incomplete without visiting the following attractions.

• Kashi Vishwanath Temple – The temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is one of the most sacred temples of the city. Home to one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, Kashi Vishwanath Temple holds a great religious significance for Hindus. Endless number of pilgrims from all over the world throng to this temple every year, particularly during the festivals of ‘Shivratri’ and ‘Maha Shivratri’ to seek blessings of the God.
• Kaal Bhairav Temple – Kaal Bhairav is believed to be a manifestation of Lord Shiva who is guarding the holy city of Varanasi. It is believed that Kaal Bhirav absolves the sins of his true devotees. Pilgrims visiting the holy city of Varanasi make it a point to visit the temple of Kaal Bhairav.
• Vishalakshi Temple – Dedicated to Goddess Vishalakshi (manifestation of Goddess Parvati), the temple is one of the 52 Shakti Peeths where eyes and earrings of Mata Sati is believed to have fallen. It is believed that worshipping Vishalakshi Mata fulfils the wish of children to childless couples and a nice groom to unmarried girls. There is a huge rush in the temple during the festival of Navratri and Kajali Tij.
• Annapurna Mata Temple – Goddess of nourishment, Maa Annapurna (form of Goddess Parvati) is the main deity of the Annapurna Mata Temple, located adjacent to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Two idols of Goddess Annapurna, one made of Gold and other made of Brass are housed in the temple. The idol made of Gold is opened to public only once in a year i.e. on the festival of Annakut.
• Dashashwamedh Ghat – Dashashwamedh Ghat is the main and most spectacular ghat of the Varanasi city. Located close to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, the ghat is thronged by huge number of pilgrims during evening when special aarti is held on the banks of the river Ganga. Enchanting views of hundreds of lighted diyas floating on the surface of the river with loud chants of aarti reverberating in the air, is a spectacle to capture in your memories for lifetime.
• Manikarnika Ghat – One of the oldest ghats of Varanasi, Manikarnika Ghat is the main ghat where cremation and other rituals for the dead are performed. It is believed whosoever gets a cremation on this ghat immediately attains salvation.
• Panchganga Ghat – This ghat sits on the confluence of 5 holy rivers: Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati, Dhutpapa and Kirana. Panchganga Ghat is also one of the two cremation ghats of Varanasi.
• Ramnagar Fort – Located at a distance of 14km from Varanasi, the Ramnagar Fort attracts lots of history buffs and curious travellers. Made of red sandstone in Mughal style of architecture, a part of this fort still serves as the residence for the descendants of Maharaja of Varanasi. The fort also houses a museum and ‘Ved Vyasa Shrine’. During the Dussehra festival, Ramlila is organized on the grounds of this fort; final Ravan Dahan is also held here.

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The neighbouring eastern states of Bihar and Jharkhand also have some interesting and popular religious places to visit. Since the two states are at a short distance from North Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, it is a good idea to add them to our pilgrimage tour of North India. Here is the detailed list for you:

Bodhgaya, Bihar

Located in Gaya district of Bihar, Bodhgaya is the most sacred pilgrim destinations in the world for Buddhists. It is at this very place where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. Monks and thousands of Buddhist pilgrims from all across the world visit this holy city every year. Listed below are some of the main tourist attractions at Bodhgaya.

• Mahabodhi Temple – Believed to have been built by Emperor Asoka in the 3 rd century BC, the temple now enjoys a status of UNESCO World Heritage site. One of the earliest Buddhist temples built entirely of brick, the temple is an architectural masterpiece with a finely engraved pyramidal shaped tower. The outer walls of the temple adorn brick carvings of the scenes from the life of Gautama Buddha. Inner hall of the temple houses a 1700 year old gold plated statue of Lord Buddha seated in a glass enclosure.
• Bodhi Tree – Near to the main Mahabodhi Temple, is located the holy Bodhi Tree, a fifth descendent of the original Bodhi Tree under which Gautama Buddha meditated to attain enlightenment. Below the tree, you will find a large rectangular slab covered with a gold canopy. This slab is known as ‘Vajrasana’ or the meditative position of Lord Buddha when he was meditating under the tree.
• Great Buddha Statue – Located next to Mahabodhi Temple, this imposing 80 feet statue of Lord Buddha can be seen seated in a meditating pose on a giant lotus with smaller statues of his close disciples on it’s both sides. The statue is symbolic to Bodhgaya and is visited by many pilgrims visiting the holy city.
• Animeshlochana Chaitya Temple – This temple is a miniature of the Mahabodhi Temple and is believed that standing here in an unblinking position, Lord Buddha gazed at the Bodhi Tree for about a week.
• Muchalinda Lake – Part of the Mahabodhi Temple complex, this serene lake is located on the right side of the main temple. According to legends, the snake king of the lake, Muchalinda protected Gautama Buddha from a huge storm when he was under deep meditation. A huge statue of meditating Lord Buddha with hood of the snake king sheltering him can be seen in the middle of the lake.
• Vishnupad Temple – As per Hindu mythological beliefs, Lord Buddha was an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Located in Gaya, the temple is known to have engraved footprints of Lord Vishnu on a rock which is now surrounded by an octagonal enclosure. Non-Hindus and Non-Buddhists are not allowed entry in the temple.
• Barabar Caves – A small group of rock-cut caves belonging to the Ashoka period are famous for their enclosed temples. These caves are architectural wonders with excellent rock sculptures and carvings depicting the jataka tales. The place is a must visit for historians and art lovers.
• Dungeshwari Cave Temples – Located at a distance of 12 km. from Bodhgaya, these are another interesting set of caves dedicated to Lord Buddha. As per mythological beliefs, Lord Buddha is believed to have meditated in these caves for 6 years before descending to Bodhgaya. A tall statue of Lord Buddha and deity of Goddess Dungeshwari are the main attractions of these caves.
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Besides the various sight-seeing attractions, Bodhgaya is also home to many monasteries that are maintained by international Buddhist communities. A visit to these monasteries can also be included in your itineraries.

Baba Baidyanath Dham, Jharkhand

Located at Deoghar in the state of Jharkhand, Baba Baidyanath Dham is one of the famous pilgrimage centres in India for Hindus. Considered as one of the sites of 12 holy Jyotirlingas, the temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati are visited by uncountable number of devotees every year especially during the holy Shravan month of Hindu calendar which falls during July and August. This is also the time when devotees commence with a 105 km. long ‘Kanwar Yatra’ carrying holy waters from Ganges in Sultanganj to offer to Lord Shiva in Baidyanath Dham on the auspicious day of Maha Shivratri. Besides the main temple of Lord Shiva, following are few other attractions in the vicinity that should be on the travel list of tourists visiting this place.

• Parvati Temple – Located in the vicinity of the Baidyanath Temple, is the Ma Parvati Temple. You can see red ‘dupattas’ connecting the tower tops of Baidyanath Temple and Parvati Temple indicating their ‘gathbandhan’ or marriage. The Parvati Temple is also one of the 52 Shakti peeths where the heart of Sati is believed to have fallen. The temple is a must-visit after visiting the main Baidyanath Temple.
• Naulakha Temple – Located at a distance of 2 km. from Baba Baidyanath Temple, the Naulakha Temple is dedicated to Radha-Krishna. 146 ft. tall beautiful idols of Radha and Krishna are the main deities of the temple. The construction of the temple incurred a cost of 9 lakhs and hence, the temple is named as ‘Naulakha’. Tranquil settings of the temple give you a feel of solitude and peacefulness.
• Nandan Pahar – A small hill located at a walking distance from the Baidyanath Dham temple complex, Nandan Pahar is famous for its temple dedicated to the Nandi bull. Besides the temple, this place is a nice picnic spot for locals and tourists alike who can enjoy scenic beauty of the town from this place. Kids can indulge in various joy rides available at the hill park.
• Trikutachal Mahadev Temple – The temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is situated atop the ‘Trikut Hills’ near Baidyanath Temple in Deoghar. The three peaks of these hills represent Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. The hill can be reached through a vertical ropeway that starts from the base of the hill. The beautiful ‘Mayurakshi River’ also originates from this hill. Surrounded with Applewood forests, enchanting beauty and serenity of this place gives you a feel of extreme peace and solace.
• Basukinath Temple – Situated on the Deoghar-Dumka highway at a distance of around 40 km. from Deoghar, the Basukinath Temple is the second most sacred shrines for Hindus after the Baidyanath Temple in Deoghar. It is believed that pilgrimage remains incomplete if one does not visit the Basukinath Temple after visiting the Baidyanath Temple. The temple sees hordes of pilgrims during Shravan month and on the occasion of ‘Ram Janki Vivah Utsav’ in the months of November-December. Huge processions of fully decked horses and elephants during the festival is a sight to behold.

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Christianity Pilgrimage Tour Package in India

Christianity refers to a monotheistic religion, and is based on the teachings of the Lord Jesus. Those who follow Christianity are termed as Christians. According to Christianity, Jesus is believed to be the son of the god and the revealer of the god. Jesus was a savior, who led a life full of suffering and then died.

It is believed that Christ again resurrected so as to bring salvation to all. Christianity started in the Middle East and then slowly spread to North Africa, Europe and other parts of the world. Christianity is the largest religion followed all over the world.

Christians share together basic beliefs which are enshrined in the Bible and in some early texts written by Christian leaders.

At the root of all Christian tenets lies the 'Law of Love' according to the command of Christ himself ’Love one another as I have loved you'.

'Eucharist' meaning 'thanks giving service' (Holy Mass) is offered by the priest, in the church, everyday. It is a must for all Christians to attend a mass on every Sunday. In this religious observance the Christians recall with gratitude the supper which Christ had with his disciples on the preceding night of his crucification.

At present there are about 25 million Christians in India. It is interesting to note that the Christian population in India is more than the entire population of Australia and New Zealand or total population of a number of countries in Europe. Kerala, Goa and Mizoram states have high concentration of Christian population in India. Kerala has the largest number of Christians among the states. Christians including Catholics, Orthodox and Protestants form the third largest group in India.

About 73% of the Christians in India are Catholics. The Catholic Church in India is composed of three individual Churches- Latin, Malabar and Malankara. Christian community includes Syrian Christians, Knanaya Christians, Goan Christians, Tamil Christians, Anglo-Indians, and Naga Christians etc. All these Christian communities differ in language, social customs and economic status.

Jesus: Jesus Christ was born in Bethlehem of Judea in 4.B.C. Until he was 30, Jesus lived in Nazareth as an ordinary carpenter. Then he plugged into a very active public life for about three years. During these years he preached that God is a loving and merciful Father. Jesus insisted only on the necessity of showing our love towards God through loving our fellowmen without any distinction or reservation. He was the setting example for his own preaching. He treated both the sinner and the saint with the utmost love and respect. Jesus became a revolutionary figure among the Jewish religious leaders. They presented Gods as being always demanding, angry and ready to punish. They forced the ruling Roman Governor, Pontius Pilate to crucify and kill Jesus.

But the life of the Jesus did not end with his death on the cross. He rose from the tomb on the third day, thus proclaiming to the world the hope of universal resurrection after death. His disciples realized that Jesus was not an ordinary man, but the "Son of God" who really became man, in order to announce to the world, Gods love and concern for human race. He wanted to bring peace on earth. He strengthened his Apostles with the help of the Holy spirit, to preach his teachings and spread the good news about God the loving father to the entire human race.

The Bible : Bible, the holy book of the Christians has two parts, namely "The Old Testament" and "The New Testament". The old Testament presents Gods dealing with men before Christ and gives the history of the Jewish people roughly for a period of 2000 years before Christ. The New Testament records the life and preaching of Jesus, his death and resurrection, the growth of Christianity in its early years and the message of the Apostles sent to various churches.

Bible is considered as the holy book of Christians because it is believed that bible was written under the guidance and inspiration of God. The Bible has a collection of 73 books. In 'The Old Testament' 46 books and in 'The New Testament' 27 books.

Christian Pilgrimage in India : Christianity has a long relation with India. Christianity was introduced in India by St. Thomas or Doubting Thomas in 52 AD. St. Thomas had spent 12 years of his life in Madras Since then various shrines, churches; cathedrals have been constructed that have turned out to be the sites of Christian pilgrimage in India. . St. Thomas established seven Churches at: Kodungallur, Kottakkavu, Palayur, Kollam, Kokkamangalam, Niranam and Chayil.

Pilgrim Centers : India has some of the best-known Christian pilgrimage sites. The interesting thing about the Indian Churches is that, they reflect distinct archaeological designs. Here one can see Churches in British style, Portuguese style, and French style and of late many Churches according to Indian style were also constructed.

Some of the Christian pilgrimages are : Basilica The Church of St. Cajetan (Goa), Church of the Sacred Heart (Delhi), St. Thomas Cathedral at Mylapore in Madras where the grave of Apostle St. Thomas is venerated; St. Xavier's shrine at Bom Jesus Church at old Goa; the Church of Our Lady of Mount at Bandra, near Bombay; the Church of Our Lady of Health at Vailankanni on the coastal line east of Tanjavur in Tamil Nadu; the Church of Our Lady at Sardhana near Meerut in western Uttar Pradesh, the Church of Our Lady of the Rosary at Bandel, in north of Calcutta; the shrine of St. Xavier at Kottar just north of Kaniyakumari; the Shrine of St. Theresa of Avila at Mahe, close to Tellicherry in North Kerala; at Oriyur in Ramnad district. In the Orthodox church of Manarkad near Kottayam, Mary's feast is celebrated on September 8 by St. Thomas Christians.

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Pilgrimage Tour Packages in North India

India is one of the chief spiritual centers across the globe and boasts of a plethora of shrines and other religious spots that have become the epitome of the world’s eyes. Every year hundreds of devotees congregate to the holy cities of North India seeking inner peace. The serene environment and holy religious sites to this place offer a flawless location for people to discover their spiritual selves. People who want to visit this holy city can discover numerous options for Pilgrimage Tour Packages in North India on India Pilgrim Tours. From arranging travel to booking accommodation, we offer numerous facilities to make your holiday in North India a successful and gratifying experience.

India is renowned for its pilgrimage sites. A large number of devotees embark on the pilgrimage tours as numerous religions either originated or arrived have thrived here in an impeccable concord. Make your trip to one of the renowned holy centers of India delightful and contended by grabbing the best pilgrimage tour packages.

Dedication to the Gods is a perennial aspect of the Indian lifestyle and to pay honor to their favorite deity. The northern part of India abounds with various almighty temples and blessed shrines. We at India Pilgrim Tours facilitate pilgrimage tours in North India with a separate section of pilgrimage tour packages such as Vaishno Devi Yatra, Char Dham Yatra, Amarnath Yatra, Agra, Mathura, Vrindavan tour and Maha Kumbh Mela, and many more.

These spiritual sites not only appeal to pilgrims from different corners of India and the world but also lures many researchers and curious travelers who are keen to get an insight into India’s rich spiritualistic and Vedic history. We render the pilgrims with perfect services to make their holy tour a comfortable one.

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List of 10 Holy Places in India

India is home to numerous distinct civilizations, ancient traditions, and spiritual significance. Several holy places attract tourists from around the globe. These sacred sites have a religious significance, but they also offer a glimpse into India’s colorful past. These are India’s top 10 holy sites that visitors most frequently visit.

Top 10 Holy Places in India

India has many sacred sites, each providing a distinct spiritual encounter intricately entwined with the nation’s multifaceted cultural and religious legacy. Now let’s explore the significance of a few of these amazing locations:

1. Varanasi (Kashi), Uttar Pradesh

Situated on the banks of the holy Ganges River in the state of Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi is among the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. It is recognised as India’s spiritual capital and draws Hindu pilgrims seeking spiritual enlightenment and salvation. The ghats, or steps leading to the river, are a well-known feature of the city where adherents perform rituals, ceremonies, and funerals. Travellers on a spiritual quest should visit Varanasi because of its vibrant spiritual environment, the opportunity to take a Ganges boat ride, and the Ganga Aarti, an enthralling ceremony performed on the ghats.

2. Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib), Amritsar, Punjab

The Golden Temple, the holiest place in Sikhism, is located in Punjab’s Amritsar. The Golden Temple, also called Sri Harmandir Sahib, is a symbol of spiritual harmony, equality, and compassion. Its stunning architecture, which includes the serene Amrit Sarovar (pool of nectar) and the gold-plated dome, captivates tourists. It is a unique and modest experience to serve free meals to thousands of devotees and visitors at the langar (community kitchen). The place’s spiritual ambience is further enhanced by the daily recitation of the Guru Granth Sahib, the Sikhs’ sacred text, and the meditative Kirtan music.

3. Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, Andhra Pradesh

One of the most famous Tirupati Sri Venkateswara Hindu Temples in the world is located in Andhra Pradesh. Each year, millions of devotees flock to this temple to pay homage to Lord Venkateswara, who is a manifestation of Lord Vishnu. The temple’s massive gopuram (entrance tower), intricate sculptures, and imposing architecture captivate visitors. Darshan is the experience of seeing the god up close. To earn blessings, pilgrims often perform seva, or service, and offer gifts.

4. Bodh Gaya, Bihar

Bodh Gaya, in the state of Bihar, is one of the most sacred locations on Earth for Buddhist pilgrims. This is the location where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment beneath the Bodhi tree. The main draw is the Mahabodhi Temple, which is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Indian and Southeast Asian architectural styles are combined. In addition to meditating under the Bodhi Tree, tourists and pilgrims visit Bodh Gaya to view the several international monasteries and temples devoted to the Buddha.

5. Vaishno Devi, Jammu and Kashmir

Located in the state of Jammu & Kashmir, Vaishno Devi is one of the most significant Hindu pilgrimage sites. Everyone believes it to be the home of Mother Vaishnodevi. The difficult 14-kilometer trek to the cave shrine, where the goddess is worshipped, is undertaken by travellers. The walk serves as a test of the devotees’ commitment and faith. Helicopter services are available for those who are unable to finish the hike.

6. Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Known as the “Yoga Capital of the World,” Rishikesh is a city in Uttarakhand that is tucked away in the Himalayan foothills. Numerous ashrams, yoga centers, and meditation retreats can be found all across this sacred town. In Rishikesh, spiritual activities and meditation are said to lead to emancipation and self-realization. The village is also well-known for its suspension bridge, Ram Jhula, and Laxman Jhula, where visitors and pilgrims can practice yoga and meditation and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere.

7. Kedarnath Temple, Uttarakhand

These two Uttarakhand pilgrimage sites are part of the well-known Hindu pilgrimage circuit known as the Char Dham Yatra. While Kedarnath is dedicated to Devadidev Mahadev, Badrinath is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. These temples blend spiritual significance with magnificent natural beauty, and they are situated in the middle of the gorgeous Himalayas.

8. Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh

Due to its historical significance as the site of Lord Buddha’s first sermon, the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta, Sarnath is a revered Buddhist pilgrimage site. The massive structure known as the Dhamek Stupa, which was constructed in the fifth century BCE, is a spectacular illustration of Buddhism’s enduring influence. Pilgrims and travellers alike visit Sarnath to commemorate the Buddha’s enlightened teachings and to experience the tranquil ambience of this ancient site.

9. Mecca Masjid, Hyderabad, Telangana

The Mecca Masjid, located in the heart of Hyderabad, is a stunning example of Islamic architecture and a symbol of interfaith and intercultural harmony. Built during the Qutb Shahi dynasty, this majestic mosque can accommodate up to 10,000 worshippers during prayers. Those who witness the mosque’s architectural beauty from all over the world are struck with awe and devotion by its imposing minarets, intricate carvings, and beautiful arches.

10. Basilica of Bom Jesus, Goa

Nestled amidst Goa’s picturesque scenery and sun-kissed beaches, the Basilica of Bom Jesus bears witness to the religious passion and colonial history of the state. Constructed during the 16th century, this UNESCO World Heritage Site houses the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier, the well-known missionary and patron saint of Goa. Pilgrims and tourists visit the basilica not just to honour the saint but also to see its magnificent Baroque architecture, which is adorned with ornate altars and murals depicting events from Christ’s life.

In conclusion, the top 10 holy places in India attract pilgrims and tourists from all over the world because they offer a variety of spiritual experiences, historical sites, and architectural marvels. Every site, from the serene Golden Temple in Amritsar to the ancient city of Varanasi, situated on the banks of the sacred Ganges, holds immense religious significance for the local populace. These places provide a window into India’s rich religious landscape and the continuous heritage of its spiritual traditions, whether one is seeking enlightenment beneath the Bodhi Tree in Bodh Gaya or marvelling at the magnificent carvings at the Basilica of Bom Jesus in Goa.

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10 Holy Places in India-FAQs

What attire is appropriate for visiting india’s sacred sites.

Particularly in mosques and temples, dress modestly by covering your shoulders and knees. Avoid dressing in too-tight or revealing clothing to respect the locals’ religious beliefs.

Can people who don’t believe in God visit these sacred places?

Yes, many of India’s sacred places are open to pilgrims of all faiths and beliefs. However, guests are expected to observe and follow any particular rules or customs of the place.

Are photos allowed inside these houses of worship?

While certain locations might permit photography, it’s important to abide by any rules and refrain from snapping images in delicate areas or during religious rituals.

Do these locations have any particular customs or traditions that I should follow when I visit?

It is good to familiarise yourself with the basic etiquette and customs associated with each house of worship. For example, removing your shoes before entering a temple or covering your head at a gurdwara.

How can I make sure that these sacred sites are visited with respect?

Be considerate of other people, follow the guidance of tour guides or residents, and refrain from disruptive behaviours like chatting loudly or leaving rubbish behind. In certain locations, silence can also be seen as respect for the holy area.

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