Pilgrimages Tours in India

India may be described as secular umbrella under which multiple religions dwell together in peace and harmony. This land of faith; where temple bells echo along with the muezzin’s call to prayer, where the tall spires of temples and churches radiate spirituality and where pilgrimages are also major tourist hubs; India beckons travelers from across the world to witness its beautiful and spiritual pilgrimages.

Let's check out some major Pilgrimages of India:

Char Dham, Uttarakhand- Spirituality amidst serenity.
Situated in the hills of Uttarakhand, Char Dham comprises of the four most holy sites of Uttarakhand, namely - Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamnotri. Badrinath Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Kedarnath, a beautiful temple in the remote hills is dedicated to Shiva, while Gangotri is dedicated to River Ganges and Yamnotri is the place from where Yamuna, the second most holy rivers of India originates.

Bodh Gaya, Bihar- The Light of Buddhism ?
One of the most sacred pilgrimages of Buddhists, Bodh Gaya is the place where Gautam Buddha received enlightenment under a Bodhi tree. The Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Bodh Gaya, is one of the most visited Buddhist temples in the world. Bodh Gaya is home to many Buddhists temples and monasteries.

Golden Temple, Amritsar- A Divine Experience
Thronged by thousands of followers every day, this beautiful Sikh Temple located in the city of Amritsar is a dazzling picture of gold. Also hailed as Shri Harmandir Saheb, the temple welcomes followers from all religions, countries and creeds. The reflection of the temple in the sanctified crystal waters of its lake is a soul satisfying sight.

Vaishno Devi Temple, Jammu- Beacon of Faith
Accessible after a strenuous uphill climb of around 12 kilometers, the main cave of the temple enshrines three holy stones representing the three forms of Shakti or Energy. A major Hindu pilgrimage, Ma Vaishno Devi has been an edifice of faith for centuries.

Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh- The Temple Town
One of the ancient and most sacred pilgrimages in India, Tirupati is the gateway to the Tirupati Balaji temple located in the Tirumala Hills of Andhra Pradesh. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu as Lord Venkateswara, the temple is one of the richest and most visited temples in the country.

Ajmer Sharif
The world-famous Dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer is frequented by pilgrimages of all religions and from walks of life to place their offering of flowers and chaddar and seekthe blessings of the saint.

Amarnath, Jammu & Kashmir
Dedicated to Lord Shiva in the form of Shiv Lingam, Amarnath is famous for its naturally formed ice Shiv Lingam that is believe to wax and wane along with the lunar cycle. An arduous walk through picturesque landscapes takes you to this holy shrine.

Tawang Monastery, Arunachal Pradesh
Founded in 1681, this second-largest Buddhist monastery is reputed in Buddhist circles for its invaluable library and magnificent prayer hall. Home to over 400 monks, Tawang Gompa is a spiritual experience in the pristine mountains of Arunachal.

Come join us on a spiritual journey to the temples and shrines of India! With hundreds of holy shrines dedicated to various religions, India Pilgrimage Tours take you on a mystical sojourn in the divine realm.