The Spiritual Trail of the Golden Triangle: Temples, Mosques, and Spiritual Harmony

India is famous for its unity in diversity and its secular tolerance for every religion, this is also evident in the geographical composition of places of worship of different faiths built all over India. The famous travel circuit of Golden Triangle Tours In India also gives you an insight on religious composition of the areas covered during this trip. Some of the paths along this spiritual trail are listed below. 

• Delhi

Jama Masjid - Also known as Masjid-i-jehan Numa, it is one of the oldest and biggest mosques in the entire country and one of the top tourist sites in Delhi. Built by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan between 1650 and 1656, the mosque is made with white makrana marble and red sandstone boasting three huge gates, high minarets of 40 meters and a courtyard which can accommodate 25000 people. The architecture of the mosque will take you back to the Mughal era.

Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple - This magnificent temple spread across a vast area, houses more than 200 idols of Hindu deities. Presently, one of the most visited tourist spots in Delhi, it was built in 2005. Even though you might not be allowed to click pictures in the vicinity, do not miss the opportunity to adore this splendid structure. 

Bangla Sahib Gurudwara - This famous gurudwara is the perfect place to find your peace of mind, you can spend your entire morning here listening to recitation and interpretation of the Guru Granth Sahib. Gain the unique experience of taking part in a community kitchen service called Langar. 

• Agra 

Moti Masjid - This masjid gained its name due to its appearance of being made with pearls. Made by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan between 1648 and 1654 in the Red Fort of Agra complex. It is visited by many tourists due to its location in one of the most famous tourist spots in Agra. 

Guru ka tal Gurudwara - Built in the memory of the 9th Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur Singh in the 1610 AD. This gurudwara was formerly a reservoir made to support neighboring areas during droughts. This is said to be the place where the Guru Tegh Bahadur laid down his arms to offer arrest to Aurangazeb. It was built in the 1970s due to the contributions and arduous efforts of Sant Baba Sadhu Singh "Mauni".

Mankameshwar Temple - This temple devoted to lord Shiva, houses a very aged shivling and other idols of deities of Shiv ji’s family. It is visited by many pilgrims from all over India. It is said that the Shiva Linga in the temple is covered by silver and was founded by Shiva himself in the Dvapara Yuga, when Krishna was born in Mathura.

• Jaipur 

Galtaji Temple - Famously known as “The Monkey Temple”, this is a temple complex dedicated to a saint named Galav. The complex includes various water tanks known as kunds, used to bathe by the pilgrims. These waters are said to have healing properties and wash away your sins. The tranquility of this destination will feel soothing to your mind and heart. 

Govind Dev Ji - The temple is dedicated to lord Krishna, the main idol was originally situated in Govind Dev ji temple of Vrindavan and was shifted to Jaipur during the reign of Aurangzeb. It is now a famous religious spot in Jaipur and frequently visited by tourists and locals. 

Birla Temple - Constructed solely with white marble, the temple is dedicated to God Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. Widely known as swaminarayan temple, it is surrounded by greenery all around the complex. Located in Moti Doongri of Jaipur, it is one of the most visited tourist spots in Jaipur. 

These were some of the steppings stones of the lengthy spiritual journey of India. Even though we cannot show the religious diversity of India with just a list of worship places of different faiths, this was the spiritual trail of the Golden Triangle of India. 
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