The temple town of Srikalahasti in Tirupati district resonated with devotion and spiritual fervour as thousands of devotees ...

The five syllables na, ma, shi, va, ya are said to represent the pancha bhoota or five elements: earth, water, fire, air and space. Chanting of this mantra with intense devotion can bring before ...

Known among the devout as the Panchakshara or five-syllable mantra, this is also venerated as the mantra for redemption. The ...

The Maha Kumbhabhishekam would be performed to 1.8 crore Siva Lingams, which would be arranged in the form of a giant Siva Lingam on the beach. Devotees could perform abhishekam with ...

A highlight since my first stay is still the morning stroll from my room past ancient stone statues of Hanuman and Shiva, across a quiet courtyard, past priests chanting in tiny family temples as they ...

10. Trimbakeshwar Temple, Nashik, Maharashtra Nestled at the base of the Brahmagiri Hills, Trimbakeshwar Temple holds three holy lingams symbolising the trinity of Hindu gods: Brahma, Vishnu ...

Devotees observe a night-long fast and hold vigils in temples across Punjab. Shiva Lingams are bathed with milk, honey, and water, while prayers and mantras are chanted throughout the night.

Near Tirupati lies Srikalahasteeswara Temple, which forms the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams, where Lord Shiva is worshipped as Vayu Linga (air element). According to ancient scriptures, this temple was ...