10 Ancient Temples That Are Forgotten But Still Exist

By siliconindia  |  Monday, 30 November -1, 05:30:00 AM IST


Dwarkadhish Temple: Dwarka, anciently known as Suvarna Dwarka, is now a city under Jamnagar district, Gujarat. Dwarkadhish Temple is one of the holiest places for Hindus in the world. The main idol in the temple is of Lord Krishna, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The temple is a five story building with 72 pillars and a 78 meter high temple spire. This 2, 500 year old temple has two entrances, the northern gate is known as the Moksha Dwara and the southern Gate is known as Swarga Dwara. This temple is really a sight to see, who wish to connect with God.

Wat Tham Suea:  Wat Tham Suea also known as Tiger Cave Temple, after tiger’s paw prints were discovered on the walls of the cave. It is a Buddhist Temple in Krabi, Thailand. Almost 250 monks live and take care of the temple. Tourists gather in large numbers to visit this ancient temple and the surrounding beauty. One of the Banyan trees that grow all around is known as the Wonderful Tree and is believed to have the largest root system than any other tree in Thailand.

Archaeological research has found tools, pottery, beads and idols from the Stone Age. The cave itself is full of skulls, skeletons and explicit sculptures. The most attractive part is its shrine on the top for which you have to climb 1,200 steps

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