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The temples in North India which can be described
as the typical Nagara style. These temples escaped the
destruction due to invasion. The temples as well as
the literature laying down the rules and mode of construction
have been well preserved in Orissa. In this style, the
structure consists 0f two buildings, the main shrine
taller and an adjoining shorter mandapa. The main difference
between the two is the shape of the Sikhara. In the
main shrine, a bell shaped structure adds to the height.
As is usual in all Hindu temples, there is the kalasa
at the top and the ayudha or emblem of the presiding
deity.
Indian culture is admired and respected all across the
globe for its beauty, depth, religion, pilgrimage and
monuments. Almost every custom and tradition of India
has a scientific, logical, historical, social and spiritual
significance. The religious diversity of India can be
experienced by visiting numerous pilgrimage destinations
scattered all over the land. We at Info India Tours
promise to take you to some of the best and distinguished
pilgrimage centres that can make you feel enlightened
and take you towards the path of salvation.
The North India, strategically, most important part
of India has shaped the course of India's historical
and cultural evolution over the last 3500 years. The
three main religions - Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism;
the origin of sacred river Ganga, Yamuna and sources
of many other important rivers are in northern India.
The mighty Himalayas from Himachal Pradesh to Arunachal
Pradesh safeguarding the country are also part of the
northern India. Delhi, the capital of India has seen
the battle between many emperors and has been ruled
by them from time to time.
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