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Top 10 Famous temples in Agra

Top 10 Famous Temples in Agra : Spiritual must-visited places in Agra

Top 10 Famous temples in Agra
Top 10 Famous temples in Agra
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Introduction

Agra city offers a collection of Temples that hold deep spiritual and cultural significance. This city also presents India’s rich history and amazing architecture. Agra is popular among tourists from around the world.

If you are interested to visit Agra for seeking spirituality, you must explore the ancient temples of Lord Shiva and other worship places of Jains and Sikhs, which are spotted for their carvings, sculptures and designs.

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    1) Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Temple

    Distance from Agra City Center:  Approx. ~2.5 km

    Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Temple Agra famous for Largest Khatu Shyam Ji temple in UP and vibrant architecture

    Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Temple Agra Opening Hours:

    Winter Season:

     Morning: 5:30 AM to 1:00 PM

     Evening: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

     Summer Season:

    Morning: 4:30 AM to 12:30 PM

    Evening: 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

     Special Occasion:

    During the Falgun Lakhhi Mela, the temple remains open 24 hours for 10 days.

      This temple was completed in March 2023, situated in Jeoni Mandi. This temple is the largest Khatu Shyam Ji temple in Uttar Pradesh state of India and is inspired by the original temple in Rajasthan. This temple’s idol is made from rare stones and has a three-story structure. It is dedicated to Khatu Shyam Maharaj (Grandson of Bhima). The specific timing of the temple is 5:30 am to 9:00 pm. The people who seek blessings and peace go there. This temple is known for its bright colors and stunning architecture.
    Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Temple in Agra
    Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Temple in Agra

    2) Dayal Bagh Temple

    Distance from Agra City Center:  Approx. ~8 km

    Dayal Bagh Temple Agra famous for Radha Soami Faith center, spiritual meditation and peace

    Dayal Bagh Temple Opening Hours: Every day from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

    This temple is a notable spiritual landmark associated with the Radha Soami Faith. This temple was completed in 76 years and opened for the public in 1980. This temple is a centre for spiritual gatherings, meditation and emphasizing love, compassion and inner peace. Here is the Samadhi of Soami Ji Maharaj- the founder of Radha Soami Faith. You can explore here its guest house, library and museum.

    Dayal Bagh Temple in Agra
    Dayal Bagh Temple in Agra

    3) Shree Mankameshwar Mandir

    Distance from Agra City Center:  Approx. ~3 km

     Shree Mankameshwar Mandir Agra famous for : Over 5000 years old, associated with Pandavas and oldest Shiva temple

    Shree Mankameshwar Mandir  Opening Hours : Every day in morning from 5 AM to 12 PM and evening from 4 PM to 10 PM.

     It is the oldest temple of Agra. People say that the temple is over 5000 years old. It is also said that the Pandavas lived here during their exile. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and a lot of people gather here during Mahashivaratri and Navratri. The temple is open daily from 5:30 am to 8:30 pm without any entry fees. Devotees are expected to wear traditional Indian attire, a dhoti, saree.

    Shree Mankameshwar Mandir in Agra
    Shree Mankameshwar Mandir in Agra

    4) Balkeshwar Mahadev Mandir

     Balkeshwar Mahadev Mandir Agra Famous for 700-year-old riverside Shiva temple, popular during Sawan

    Balkeshwar Mahadev Mandir Agra Opening Hours: Every day from 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 4:30 PM to 10:00 PM.

     This 700-year-old temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated on the bank of the Yamuna River. According to Hindu Mythology, here Balram worshiped Lord Shiva. Legends say that the shivling was discovered here by villagers when a cow started making noise near the riverbank. Folks come here for worship on Mondays during Sawan. The timing is 5:00 am to 9:00 pm daily.

    Balkeshwar Mahadev Mandir in Agra
    Balkeshwar Mahadev Mandir in Agra

    5) Langde ki Chouki Hanuman Mandir

    Distance from Agra City Center:  Approx. ~6 km

     Langde ki Chouki Hanuman Mandir Famous for Mughal-era Hanuman temple.

    Langde ki Chouki Hanuman Mandir Agra Opening Hours: Every day from 5 AM to 9 PM

     This 500-year-old temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, built during the Mughal period. This ancient temple is situated in the Civil Lines area near the Mathura-Agra-Firozabad Road. The temple has an interesting story behind its name. Legends say that- A lame watchman was replaced by Lord Hanuman himself during Ramkatha. Devotees come every Tuesday and Saturday for worship and get blessed.

    Langde ki Chouki Hanuman Mandir in Agra
    Langde ki Chouki Hanuman Mandir in Agra

    6) Prithvi Nath Mahadev Temple

    Distance from Agra City Center:  Approx. ~3.5 km

    Prithvi Nath Mahadev Temple Agra Famous for Dedicated to Prithviraj Chauhan.

    Prithvi Nath Mahadev Temple Agra Opening Hours: Every day from 4 AM to 10 PM

     This temple is named after the great Rajput king Prithviraj Chauhan and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple was built during the 10th-11th century with scarce architecture. This temple is mentioned in Mughal records by Akbar himself. Swami Vivekananda visited here in the 19th century.

    7) Kailash Mandir

    Distance from Agra City Center:  Approx. ~9 km

    Kailash Mandir Agra famous for 5000-year-old, Shivlings from Mount Kailash

    Kailash Mandir Agra Opening Hours:  Every day from 6 AM to 8:30 PM

     This temple is 5000 years old and dedicated to Lord Shiva. In this temple, there are two unique Shivlings brought from Mount Kailash. Raja Soorajmal saw a dream of Lord Shiva. After that, the temple was constructed near the Bainpur Mustkil area, on the bank of the river Yamuna.

    Kailash Mandir in Agra
    Kailash Mandir in Agra

    8) Prachin Rajeshwar Mahadev Temple

    Distance from Agra City Center:  Approx. ~4 km

    Prachin Rajeshwar Mahadev Temple Agra famous for 850-year-old temple, changing-color Shivling from Narmada River

    Prachin Rajeshwar Mahadev Temple Agra Opening Hours: Every day from 6 AM to 9 PM

    This temple is an 850-year-old Lord Shiva Temple built in the 12th century. This temple shivling is believed to have been brought by a local businessman from the Narmada River in Madhya Pradesh and changes colour three times a day. This temple is known for its mythological significance and wonderful architecture.

    9) Gurudwara Guru ka Taal

    Distance from Agra City Center:  Approx. ~9 km

    Gurudwara Guru ka Taal Agra famous for Built in honor of Guru Teg Bahadur Ji, golden dome, Sarovar, Langar

    Gurudwara Guru ka Taal Agra Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

    It is a Sikh place of worship, dedicated to Guru Teg Bahadur (the 9th Sikh Guru) near Akbar’s Tomb in Sikandra. This Gurudwara marks the spot where Guru Teg Bahadur Ji’s sacrifice for religious freedom was made for his Guru’s commitment during Aurangzeb’s rule. Its main attractions are a golden Dom, a sacred Sarovar, Langar hall, and a lush green atmosphere.

    Gurudwara Guru ka Taal in Agra
    Gurudwara Guru ka Taal in Agra

    10) Chintamani Parshwanath Shwetamber Jain Temple

    Distance from Agra City Center:  Approx. ~4.5 km

    Chintamani Parshwanath  Shwetamber Jain Temple Agra famous for 12th-century Jain temple, made of marble and famous during Mahaveer Jayanti

    Chintamani Parshwanath  Shwetamber Jain Temple Agra Opening Hours: Every day from 6 AM to 11:30 PM

    It is one of the oldest Jain temples made from marble. This Jain structure was built in the 12th century by Chintamani, a Jain businessman. This temple is dedicated to Parshwanath 23rd Tirthankar of Jainism. This temple is must visit destination during major Jain festivals such as Mahaveer Jayanti. This place is known for its calm atmosphere and intricate architecture.

    Chintamani Parshwanath Shwetamber Jain Temple in Agra
    Chintamani Parshwanath Shwetamber Jain Temple in Agra

    Conclusion:

    To bring it all together, Agra is a city of a mixture of spirituality, history and culture. Agra is home to numerous temples, gurudwaras, and other spiritual sites. Agra temple provides spiritual experiences, a glimpse of old tradition, and stories that define Agra’s cultural heritage. These holy places provide unforgettable moments of calmness and devotion.       

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Question 1- What is the best time to visit Agra?

    The best time to visit Agra is between October to March. This is the best time to see the Taj Mahal, the Fort of Agra, and many more.

    Agra is an incredible place, but we need not to visit in April to June because of the scorching heat in summer.

    We can see the Taj Mahal any day except Friday because on Friday, the Taj Mahal is closed.

    In Agra, there are many wonderful Temples that we can visit, such as – Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Temple, Chintamani Parshwanath Shwetamber Jain Temple, Gurudwara Guru ka Taal, Kailash Mandir, Rawli Temple, Langde ki Chouki Hanuman Mandir, Prithvi Nath Mahadev Temple, Shree Mankameshwar Mandir, Dayal Bagh Temple and many more.

    Yes, Agra is a safe city and we ensure your safety, comfort and privacy.

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