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Wedding: It's the era of 'divine weddings'; these ancient temples in India will make your wedding special..
Fashion News Era | December 6, 2025 9:39 PM CST


You may have noticed that couples are now preferring to get married in peaceful temples filled with spirituality and sanctity rather than noisy destination weddings. Recently, popular South Indian actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu also got married at the 'Ling Bhairavi' temple inside the Isha Yoga Center, and pictures of her wedding are going viral on social media.

So, if you too want to choose a peaceful and spiritual environment for the beginning of your new life, then several ancient temples in India can prove to be excellent options. The sacred atmosphere of these temples will make your wedding memorable. Let's learn about temples in different states that are known for their divinity, beauty, and spiritual significance.

Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh - A Confluence of Divinity and Nature
Uttarakhand is called Devbhoomi (Land of Gods). Among the most famous temples here, the Triyuginarayan Temple in Rudraprayag is particularly special, where it is believed that Lord Shiva and Parvati got married. Getting married here is considered a blessing. Besides this, Kedarnath and Badrinath are also popular for pre/post-wedding rituals. Jageshwar Dham, situated amidst serene forests, Neelkanth Mahadev in Rishikesh, Dakshineshwar Mahadev in Haridwar, and Kalpeshwar Temple in Chamoli are excellent options for a spiritual atmosphere.

Himachal Pradesh also houses the Jwala Devi, Chintpurni, Naina Devi, and the famous Hidimba Devi Temple in Manali.

Andhra Pradesh - Divine Architecture and Grandeur
In South India, marriage at the Govindaraja Swami Kalyana Mandapam in Tirumala Tirupati is considered very auspicious. Besides this, the Srikalahasti Temple, Simhachalam Temple, and Kanaka Durga Temple in Vijayawada are also famous for their religious energy.

Assam - A Unique Experience of Nature and Spirituality
The Kamakhya Devi Temple in Guwahati, being a Shakti Peeth, is considered very auspicious for weddings. Getting married at the Umananda Temple, situated in the middle of the Brahmaputra River, becomes a unique and memorable experience. Besides this, the Hayagriva Madhava Temple and Shivadol are also beautiful locations. Maharashtra and Gujarat - Roots of Culture and Tradition
In Maharashtra, the Trimbakeshwar Temple in Nashik, Bhimashankar, Ganpatipule, Jejuri Khandoba, and the Mahalakshmi Temple in Kolhapur are considered sacred wedding destinations.

In Gujarat, Somnath, Dwarkadhish, Ambaji, and the Modhera Sun Temple are excellent choices for weddings due to their grandeur, ancient history, and serene atmosphere.

Punjab and Rajasthan - Royal Style and Spiritual Peace
In Punjab, the Durgiana Temple in Amritsar, several ISKCON temples, Shri Devi Talab Temple, Shri Ram Tirath, and the Kali Mata Temple in Patiala are popular.

In Rajasthan, the Birla Temple in Jaipur, the Brahma Temple in Pushkar, Eklingji in Udaipur, Karni Mata in Bikaner, and the ancient Ambika Mata Temple are excellent spiritual spots for weddings.

Karnataka and Odisha - Spiritual Ambiance Amidst Nature
In Karnataka, Murudeshwar Temple, Udupi Temple, Dharmasthala, Gokarna, and Sringeri Vidyashankara Temple are favorite destinations for temple weddings.

In Odisha, the Lingaraj Temple, Puri Jagannath Temple, and Konark Sun Temple (for symbolic rituals) are excellent venues.

Goa, UP, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, and West Bengal
The Tambdi Surla and Mangeshi temples in Goa are peaceful and beautiful options.
In Uttar Pradesh, Kashi Vishwanath, Banke Bihari, Sankat Mochan, and Naimisharanya are incredibly beautiful and offer a unique sense of peace.
In Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho, Mahakaleshwar, and Omkareshwar combine spirituality with royal grandeur.

The Vishnupad Temple and Mundeshwari Temple in Bihar are special due to their historical significance.
In Kerala, Guruvayur, Padmanabhaswamy Temple, and Sri Vadakkunnathan Temple and Chottanikkara Temple are perfect locations for traditional South Indian weddings.

In West Bengal, Kalighat, Dakshineswar, Tarapith, Haneswari Temple, and the serene lawns of Belur Math are perfect for spiritual weddings. If you want to make your wedding memorable with sanctity, peace, and a unique blend of cultures, you can find the perfect and divine atmosphere in these temples.

 


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