Pilgrimage Tour Packages

In almost every nook and corner of India, you can find temples and shrines dedicated to diverse Hindu deities, making pilgrimage holiday packages quite popular in the country. Hinduism, the dominant religion in India, is rich in history and mythology, filled with stories and teachings of divine beings. Hence, countless sacred sites and temples have been established throughout the nation over the decades, making India a popular destination for pilgrimage travel for Hindu devotees worldwide.

The notion of 'Tirtha’ is one of the fundamental elements of the Hindu pilgrimage. It is believed that visiting Tirthas or specific sacred sites facilitates a closer connection to the divine, and helps in the attainment of self-realization. India is home to a number of revered Hindu pilgrimage destinations, each of them having their own spiritual and historical significance.

Many pilgrimage tourism packages include a visit to the sanctified locations of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. Lying in the Himalayan region, these sites are considered to be the dwelling places of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Ganga. Char Dham (meaning four abodes), comprising of Badrinath, Dwarka, Puri and Rameshwaram, additionally is the most widely visited pilgrimage circuit in India.

Places to Visit on a Pilgrimage Tour 

Going on a pilgrimage trip in India is much more than visiting holy places. It is also a deeply spiritual and cultural journey. Pilgrimage travel packages typically include a visit to the following: -

Vaishno Devi: Nestled in the picturesque Trikuta Mountains in Katra, the Vaishno Devi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Vaishno Devi. A pilgrimage tour to the temple involves a trek of around 13 kilometres from the base camp at Katra to the Vaishno Devi Temple located at an altitude of around 5,200 feet. Every year thousands of devotees undertake this trek with unwavering faith and devotion.

Amarnath: The Amarnath Cave Temple holds immense significance for Hindus. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and houses a naturally formed ice lingam. Numerous pilgrims undertake the annual Amarnath Yatra during the months of July and August for the darshan of the revered ice lingam.

Rameshwaram:  A visit to Rameshwaram is a major highlight of pilgrimage tourism. Ramanathaswamy Temple is dedicated to Hindu god Shiva and boasts of the world’s longest corridor. The temple is truly an architectural marvel, characterized by its majestic towers, imposing structure and intricate sculptural works. There are many other prominent temples at Rameshwaram as well, like Kothandaramaswamy Temple and Gandhamathana Parvatham.

Varanasi: Also known as the religious capital of India, Varanasi is an important part of pilgrimage tour packages. It is home to a number of revered temples like Vishwanath Temple, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, and Dhanvantari Temple. Here you can also find numerous ghats where several rituals are performed.

Chota Char Dham: This is one of the holiest pilgrimage circuits located in the Himalayas, and encompasses Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Chota Char Dham pilgrimage tour is undertaken by numerous Hindus as it is believed to cleanse sins and pave the path to salvation. The yatra commences with a visit to the Yamunotri Temple which is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, followed by the Gangotri Temple that is dedicated to Goddess Ganga. Subsequent to that, pilgrims typically proceed to Kedarnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. They conclude their journey at the Badrinath Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This temple houses a Shaligram (black stone) deity of Lord Badrinarayana that is about 1 ft tall. Badrinath temple lies near the banks of the Alaknanda River and is considered one of the 106 earthly Divya Desam temples.

Puri: Lying along the scenic coastline of Odisha, Puri is important to pilgrimage tourism due to the iconic Jagannath Temple. This temple is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The temple is adorned with towering spires and detailed carvings. Rath Yatra in Puri is especially a popular time for pilgrimage. 

Tirupati: Tirupati is home to the sacred Sri Venkateswara temple. It sits atop the gorgeous Tirumala Hills and is considered to be an epicentre of spiritual devotion. Sri Venkateswara temple is dedicated to Venkateswara, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It is known to be among the most visited and wealthiest religious sites in the world.

Plan Your Pilgrimage Tour with Veena World

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