Here are 10 must-visit Shiva temples in India, each with a unique significance for devotees and history buffs alike.
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Considered one of the holiest Shiva shrines, the Kashi Vishwanath Temple is located in the sacred city of Varanasi.
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One of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines, the Somnath Temple in Gujarat holds immense significance for Shaivites.
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This unique Shiva temple is a natural ice cave formation at an altitude of 12,756 feet. Enshrined within is a naturally formed ice lingam.
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Nestled amidst the majestic Himalayas, Kedarnath Temple is one of the holiest Shiva shrines, it is part of the Char Dham pilgrimage circuit.
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Another of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines, Mahakaleshwar is believed to be one of the oldest Shiva temples in existence.
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The Temple is one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites and is renowned for its long corridors, particularly the "Hall of 1000 Pillars"
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This magnificent temple is a classic example of Kalinga architecture, Dedicated to Harihara, a combined form of Shiva and Vishnu
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This architectural marvel was built by the Cholas in the 11th century and is an excellent example of Dravidian temple architecture.
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This temple is renowned for its depiction of Lord Shiva in his cosmic dance pose Nataraja.
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The temple is particularly significant because the Godavari River originates from a nearby kund within the temple complex.