View from West Side Tower, Meenakshi Temple (photo by Mamichaelraj, CC BY-SA 4.0) Meenakshi Temple, located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, in the south of India, is one of the most awe-inspiring examples of ...

These artworks might be ancient but they still form a major part of the everyday lives of those who practice Hinduism, ...

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Worshipping the Peepal tree is believed to bring various benefits, and it is associated with several deities and mythological stories. It is considered a sacred tree in Hinduism.

According to Hindu scriptures, the tilak is supposed to “protect and purify the mind as well as the body,” Pandey says. The Maha Kumbh festival began on Jan. 13 and continues over six weeks.

UPDATED: May 19, 2025 at 10:58 AM PDT CONCORD — The Hindu Shiva Murugan Temple stands resplendent, adorned by a mosaic of art, culture and spirituality.

Sacred strokes of color on foreheads are a major display of Hinduism at India’s Maha Kumbh festival The Associated Press January 31, 2025, 2:25 AM ...