8 High-Altitude Temples In India

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17 July 2024

India is home to a number of high-altitude temples. Some of these pilgrimages are not only hard to reach but are also surrounded by myriad natural and climatic obstacles 

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Here's a look at some of the temples that are nestled in the heart of the mighty Himalayas

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Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara, situated in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, is surrounded by snow-capped peaks and a pristine lake 

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Tugnath Temple is also a mountain shrine set in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand. It is the highest Shiva temple in the world 

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Yamunotri Temple is set in Uttarkashi District of Uttarakhand. This temple is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, the source of the Yamuna River 

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Amarnath Cave Temple in J&K is famous for the naturally formed ice lingam. Pilgrims undertake a challenging trek to reach this sacred site during the annual yatra 

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Kedarnath Temple in Uttarakhand is one of the Char Dhams (four sacred pilgrimage sites) dedicated to Lord Shiva 

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Vaishno Devi Temple, situated in Katra, J&K, is dedicated to Goddess Vaishnavi. It is one of the most revered Hindu temples 


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Kartik Swami Temple, in Uttarakhand, is dedicated to Lord Kartikeya, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati

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Hadimba Temple in Manali is set amidst cedar forest and revered for its unique architecture and tranquil surroundings 

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