The ten primary avatars of Lord Vishnu (Dashavatara)

Who are the ten primary avatars of Lord Vishnu (Dashavatara) in Hinduism?

Also known as Narayana or Hari, Lord Vishnu is one of the main deities of Hinduism. Lord Vishnu is the preserver. He is the protector, preserver, and transformer of the universe. There are 1000 names of Lord Vishnu. The Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity is Lord Vishnu’s wife. Garuda is the vahana, or primary…

Char Dham of Hindu Mythology
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What are the Char Dhams of Hindu Mythology?

Also known as the four adobes of Hinduism, Char Dhams hold an important part in the Hindu pilgrimage. They are among one of the holy places that every Hindu must visit once in their lifetime. The Char Dhams are Badrinath, Dwarka, Puri, and Rameswaram. As per Hinduism, visiting them can help one attain Moksha (liberation…

What are the sapt devalaya or seven main temples of Vrindavan?
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What are the Sapt-Devalaya (Seven Main Temples) of Vrindavan?

Vrindavan is located in Uttar Pradesh. It is located in Brij Bhoomi. This place is very important for Krishna devotees. Lord Krishna spent most of his childhood here. According to belief, after Lord Krishna disappeared from the world, his grandson Vajranabha installed various deities in Vrindavan, around 5000 years ago. These deities were lost with…