Top 10 Largest Hindu Temples in India

India is known for spirituality and it is a land where faith and devotion are a part of daily life. That is why the whole nation is a home to thousands of temples and each one of them has its own story of history, culture and tradition. Among these temples, there are some of them which stand out for their sizes. These temples are known to be more than places of worship as they also showcase India's artistic excellence, engineering skills and the power of faith. 

Some of these temples are so unique that they fall under UNESCO World Heritage Sites, while some of them are really big centers of pilgrimage where millions gather during festivals and pray. 

List of Largest Hindu Temples in India

The largest temples in India are not defined by size alone as they showcase a unique blend of devotion, culture, and history. Here is the list of the largest Hindu temples in India: 

1. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple 

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The Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is located in Srirangam, Tiruchi and it is considered as the largest functioning temple in India. The temple is spread across 156 acres and it is dedicated to Lord Ranganatha, a reclining form of Lord Vishnu. The temple has seven concentric enclosures, towering gopurams (gateway towers), and numerous shrines. 

2. Swaminarayan Akshardham 

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The Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple is located in Delhi and it is known to be one of the most modern yet magnificent temples in India. The temple is spread over 100 acres of land and it is dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan. This temple is a blend of tradition and modern architecture. 

3. Sri Lakshmi Narayani Devi Temple 

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This temple is also known as Golden Temple and it is located in Vellore spanning an area of 100 acres. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi and it is famous for its gold coated structure that gives it a glow. 

4. Chhatarpur Temple 

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The Chhatarpur Temple complex in South Delhi is spread across 70 acres and is dedicated to Goddess Katyayani, a form of Durga. Built in both traditional and modern styles, it has multiple shrines dedicated to different deities.

5. Prem Mandir

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Located in Vrindavan, the land of Lord Krishna, Prem Mandir covers 55 acres. It is a grand white marble temple dedicated to Radha Krishna and Sita Ram. The temple is especially famous for its lighting displays and beautifully landscaped gardens, which depict important episodes from Krishna’s life.

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