Culture
From the Temple of Rats to the Hanging Pillar, delve into the secrets of Karni Mata, Veerabhadra, Kamakhya, and more. Unravel the mystique within India's sacred sanctuaries
Karni Mata Temple in Deshnoke, Rajasthan, is famous for its population of rats, considered sacred. It is believed that these rats are the reincarnated followers of Karni Mata
Located in Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh, this temple is known for its hanging pillar, which is said to defy the laws of gravity
It is dedicated to the goddess Kamakhya, and it is believed that the deity's menstrual cycle is celebrated here during the Ambubachi festival
Located in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, Jwalamukhi Temple is renowned for its eternal flames that continuously burn without any natural fuel source
Meenakshi Temple is famous for it's secret passages. Legend has it that the temple complex is filled with hidden chambers, underground tunnels, some of which are still undiscovered
The Chidambaram Temple in Tamil Nadu is renowned for its sanctum sanctorum, which is believed to house the presence of Lord Nataraja in the form of cosmic dance
What makes this temple mysterious is offering of alcohol to the deity, along with other unconventional rituals. The temple's association with tantra makes it a place of intrigue