Shivratri, also known as Maha Shivratri falls on Chaturdashi Tithi during Krishna Paksha in the month of Magh in the South Indian calendar and in the month of Phalgun in the North Indian calendar. The festival will be celebrated on February 26, 2025. Here are some famous Shiva temples in India.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi is one of the most revered Shiva temples in India. The temple is located on the banks of the Ganges in Banaras and is known for its stunning architecture and spiritual significance.
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Somnath Temple in Gujarat is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India. The temple has been destroyed and rebuilt several times, with the current structure dating back to the 1950s.
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Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain is another Jyotirlinga. The temple is famous for its Bhasma Aarti which is a ritual wherein the deity is worshipped with ashes.
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Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temple is located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu and is known for its stunning Chola architecture. The temple is one of the largest Shiva temples in India.
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Kedarnath Temple in Uttarakhand is located in the Garhwal Himalayas and is one of the four major pilgrimage sites in India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known for its stunning natural surroundings.
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Rameshwaram Temple in Tamil Nadu is located on the island of Rameshwaram. The temple is a sacred Shiva temple known for its stunning architecture and beautiful surroundings.
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Amarnath Temple in Jammu and Kashmir is situated in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir. The temple is known for its stunning natural surroundings and the famous Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage.