Take a look at our pick for Spiritual places to visit in India
India is rich in culture and legacy, with several religions living in harmony. Several spiritual destinations in our country have loads of tranquillity and peace to offer you. If you adore such places, then why don’t you plan to pay one of them a visit?
Fortunately, India remains one of the most affordable vacation destinations, with spots where spiritual seekers are warmly welcomed. We’ve compiled a list of some of India’s top spiritual destinations in this article. So all you have to do now is select a destination, arrange your tickets, and let the experience begin!
Bodhgaya
Bodhgaya is a small town on the banks of the Niranjana River in the state of Bihar that has been designated as the country’s “spiritual capital.” You must have known that Bodhgaya is the site where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment, which marked the start of Buddhism. Since then, it has been a popular pilgrimage destination for Buddhists from all around the world.
Varanasi
Varanasi is one of India’s holiest Hindu and Jain cities. It is located on the banks of the Ganges in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It is referred to as “India’s spiritual capital” since Varanasi is said to have been established by Lord Shiva, the god of creation and destruction. It is thought that anyone who dies in Varanasi will be free of the cycle of birth and death and has attained moksha. The Ghats play a major role in Varanasi’s spirituality, with some being utilized specifically for puja ceremonies and others for cremation.
Amritsar
Amritsar is a place that is filled with great love and prosperity. The Golden Temple is the main spiritual and cultural centre for the Sikh religion located in Amritsar. The city was founded in 1574 by Sikh Guru Ram Das, the Sikhs’ fourth guru. The Golden Temple, also known as Sri Harmandir Sahib, was established by the fifth Sikh Guru (Guru Arjan Dev Ji). The temple is a beautiful golden colour that reflects in the nearby lake, and people of all walks of life and religions are allowed to enter through the four doorways, one facing each direction. Every day, around 10,000 people visit the temple; some are locals, and others have come to spend time here.
Mathura
Mathura city was created around the Shri Krishna Janmbhoomi and is one of India’s seven holiest Hindu cities. The old Kesava Deo Temple was established on the spot of Lord Krishna’s birthplace, and the city was built around it. Naam Yog Sadhna Mandir, Shri Bankey Bihari Mandir, and Jama Masjid are among the many important religious and spiritual attractions you can visit in Mathura.