Vishnu Temples

The global headquarters of ISKCON and birthplace of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, one of the world's most visited Vaishnavite sites.

The oldest 17th-century brick structure in Bishnupur, unique for its massive pyramidal roof and arched galleries.

Known for its 'twin hut' design and incredibly detailed terracotta panels depicting the Ramayana and Mahabharata.

A five-towered terracotta temple famous for its circular friezes showing the Rasa-lila of Lord Krishna.

A complex of 16 ancient temples from the Gupta period; it is believed Vishnu resided here before moving to Badrinath.

Dating to around 500 CE, this is the earliest known North Indian temple with a shikhara (curvilinear tower). The temple is famous for its carved panels depicting the ten incarnations (Dashavatara) of Vishnu on the sanctum walls.

A grand and historic temple marking the birthplace of Lord Rama, the seventh avatar of Vishnu, representing the pinnacle of Nagara architecture.

A stunning modern white-marbled complex in Vrindavan dedicated to Divine Love, known for its life-like tableaus of Krishna's pastimes.

Among the most famous Krishna temples in India, where the deity is worshipped as a child and curtains are drawn frequently.

The oldest remaining terracotta/brick temple in India, dating to the 6th-century Gupta era, a masterpiece of early architecture.

One of Delhi's few surviving ancient temples, believed to be built by the Pandavas and a symbol of communal harmony.

Inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi in 1939, this masterpiece of Nagara style was one of India's first temples open to all castes.

A 19th-century masterpiece blending traditional Hindu design with Islamic domes and arches, built by the royal family.

An integral part of Tripura's royal heritage, dedicated to Lord Vishnu and known for its serene and peaceful atmosphere.

Known as the Ayodhya of the South, this temple on the Godavari river was built by the legendary devotee Bhakta Ramadasu.

A popular cave temple that recently underwent a massive stone architectural renovation following ancient traditions.

A 12th-century Kakatiya masterpiece dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and Surya, famous for its perforated stone screens.

The Pancha Rathas (Five Chariots) are a set of five monolithic temple structures carved from single granite outcrops during the reign of Narasimhavarman I (Mamalla, 630-668 CE) in Mahabalipuram. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site 'Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram,' these rathas represent the earliest and most ambitious examples of monolithic rock-cut architecture in Tamil Nadu.

Built by the Pallava king Nandivarman II in the 8th century (circa 770 CE), the Vaikuntha Perumal Temple in Kanchipuram is a key monument of Pallava architecture featuring three tiers of sanctums one above the other, a unique architectural design representing the three aspects of Vishnu — seated (bhoga), standing (sthita), and reclining (sayana).

The largest functioning Hindu temple in the world, a temple-city spanning 156 acres with seven concentric walls, 21 gopurams, and the foremost of the 108 Divya Desams.

A major Vaishnavite shrine housing a 12th-century idol of Krishna, central to the Pushtimarg tradition.

A spiritual hub in Dimapur offering regular kirtans, discourses, and vegetarian prasadam to followers and visitors.

A beautiful white-marbled temple in Aizawl dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Narayan, known for its tranquil atmosphere.

A vibrant center for the Hare Krishna movement in Mizoram, promoting spiritual education and community service.

A serene temple in the heart of Shillong, serving as a spiritual center for the local community with traditional rituals.

The spiritual heart of Manipur, this majestic twin-domed royal temple is the epicenter of Vaishnavism and classical Manipuri culture.

An 18th-century temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, nestled in a sacred monkey grove along the Imphal River.

A 15th-century historical landmark built by King Kyamba, featuring a unique blend of Manipuri and Bengali brick architecture.

The wealthiest religious institution in the world, this ancient temple houses a massive 18-foot reclining Vishnu visible through three doors and a 7-tier gopuram with equinox sun alignment.

Known as 'Bhuloka Vaikuntha', this is a sacred Krishna temple in India, famous for its strict rituals and elephant sanctuary.

The Badami Cave Temples are a complex of four rock-cut cave temples carved into the soft sandstone cliffs of Badami, the capital of the Early Chalukya dynasty. Dating from the 6th-7th century CE, these caves represent the earliest known examples of South Indian temple architecture in rock-cut form and are considered the birthplace of Chalukya art. The site is on UNESCO's tentative list of World Heritage Sites.

The Keshava Temple at Somanathapura, built in 1268 CE by Somanatha Dandanayaka, a general of the Hoysala king Narasimha III, is one of the finest surviving examples of Hoysala architecture. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2023 as part of the 'Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas,' the temple is renowned for its perfectly preserved star-shaped platform, three identical shrines (trikuta), and the most complete sculptural programme of any Hoysala temple.

The Lakshminarasimha Temple at Nuggehalli, built in 1246 CE by the Hoysala king Vira Someshwara, is a well-preserved example of Hoysala architecture dedicated to Lord Narasimha (the half-man half-lion avatar of Vishnu) with his consort Lakshmi. The temple features the characteristic Hoysala star-shaped platform, intricate soapstone carvings, and a sculptural programme depicting Vaishnava themes.

The Hazara Rama Temple (meaning 'Thousand Ramas') in Hampi served as the royal chapel of the Vijayanagara kings. Its basalt slab walls are covered with intricate bas-relief panels depicting the complete story of the Ramayana in sequential narrative friezes. As a core monument within the UNESCO World Heritage Site 'Group of Monuments at Hampi,' the temple is one of the best-preserved examples of Vijayanagara courtly architecture.

The Krishna Temple in Hampi was built in 1515 CE by the Vijayanagara emperor Krishnadevaraya to commemorate his successful military campaign against the Gajapati kingdom of Odisha. One of the largest temples in Hampi's sacred centre, it originally housed a magnificent image of Balakrishna (infant Krishna) brought from Odisha as a war trophy.

The Achyutaraya Temple, built in 1534 CE during the reign of the Vijayanagara emperor Achyutaraya (1530-1542 CE), is one of the largest and most impressive temple complexes in Hampi's sacred centre. Located at the foot of Matanga Hill between the Krishna Temple and the Vitthala Temple, the temple represents the mature phase of Vijayanagara temple architecture.

The Vittala Temple is the crowning architectural achievement of the Vijayanagara Empire. Located in Hampi's sacred centre, the temple is renowned for its iconic stone chariot carved from a single granite block and its musical pillars that produce different notes when struck. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site within the 'Group of Monuments at Hampi,' the Vittala Temple represents the pinnacle of Vijayanagara temple architecture.

A world-famous 13th-century temple where the deity is worshipped through a silver-plated window with nine holes, known as Kanakana Kindi.

A world-renowned temple where Lord Subramanya is worshipped as the lord of all serpents, famous for Sarpa Dosha Nivaran rituals.

A prominent 17th-century hilltop temple in Ranchi, echoing the spiritual grandeur and Rath Yatra traditions of Puri.

One of the largest temple complexes in North India, featuring seven gold-plated shikharas and thousands of Saligramas.

Stunning 9th-century ruins built by King Avantivarman, noted for Greek-influenced architecture and intricate stone carvings.

A magnificent ancient water tank in Kurukshetra, deeply tied to the Mahabharata and the creation of the universe by Lord Brahma.

A premier Shakti shrine in Goa, dedicated to the peaceful manifestation of Durga who mediated between Shiva and Vishnu, featuring unique Indo-Portuguese architecture.

A unique and ancient shrine dedicated to the Mohini avatar of Lord Vishnu, famous for its 21-story brass Deepastambha and its history of survival during the Portuguese Inquisition.

The westernmost of the four Char Dham pilgrimage sites, Dwarkadhish Temple marks the legendary kingdom of Lord Krishna in the ancient city of Dwarka. Built on the banks of the Gomti River where it meets the Arabian Sea, the temple is a five-story marvel of Solanki architecture revered by Vaishnavites worldwide.

A magnificent 7th-century Vishnu temple situated at the holy confluence of three rivers, known as the 'Prayag of Chhattisgarh' and famous for its Nala dynasty architecture.

The Chennakesava Temple in Belur, Karnataka, is the finest example of Hoysala architecture, dedicated to Lord Vishnu as Chennakesava, built in the 12th century.

Famous for the 40cm footprint of Lord Vishnu imprinted on solid rock, a major center for Pinda Daan rituals.

Badrinath Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is a principal Char Dham site and one of the most sacred Vaishnava temples in India, located in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand.

A unique 16th-century stone temple on Monikut Hill, sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists, known for its ancient carvings and sacred turtles.

A sacred Hindu pilgrimage site on the Lohit River, where Lord Parshurama is believed to have washed away his sins in the holy waters.

Simhachalam Temple, also known as Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, is a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha, the half-man half-lion avatar of Vishnu. Located on a hill about 300 metres above sea level on the outskirts of Visakhapatnam, it is a foremost Vaishnava pilgrimage site in Andhra Pradesh. The temple's distinguishing feature is that the main deity remains covered in sandalwood paste (chandanam) throughout the year and is revealed in its original form only once a year on Akshaya Tritiya.

Ahobilam, situated in the dense Nallamala forest of Kurnool district, is the sacred landscape where Lord Narasimha — the half-man, half-lion avatar of Vishnu — is believed to have manifested to slay the demon Hiranyakashipu and protect his devotee Prahlada. The site comprises nine Narasimha shrines (Nava Narasimha Kshetras) distributed across the forested hills, each representing a different aspect of the deity.

Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, situated in the hill town of Tirumala in Tirupati district, is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Vishnu. The shrine is positioned on Venkatadri, one of the seven hills representing the Seshachalam range. It is globally recognized for its massive volume of daily pilgrims, functioning as a primary center of Vaishnava worship under the management of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD).

A prominent center for the Bhakti movement in the region.

One of the oldest structural stone temples of South India, built by the Pallava dynasty on the Bay of Bengal coast.

A 13th-century Kakatiya temple famous for its floating bricks and intricate carvings, the newest UNESCO temple site in India.

A UNESCO World Heritage ensemble of three Hoysala temples known for their star-shaped platforms and hyper-real soapstone carvings.