Famous Temples — Set 2
Famous Places · प्रसिद्ध मंदिर · Questions 11–20 of 70
Which temple is located at the confluence of the rivers Alaknanda and Mandakini?
Correct Answer: A. Badrinath
Badrinath is the correct option as it is a major pilgrimage center in the Garhwal hills. It is part of the Char Dham pilgrimage circuit in India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his form as Badrinarayan.
The Lingaraja Temple, a masterpiece of Kalinga architecture, is located in which city?
Correct Answer: A. Bhubaneswar
The Lingaraja Temple is the largest and most prominent temple in Bhubaneswar. It was built by the rulers of the Somavamsi dynasty in the 11th century. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, worshipped here as Harihara.
Which temple in Kerala is known for the discovery of immense wealth in its hidden underground vaults?
Correct Answer: D. Padmanabhaswamy Temple
The Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. It is managed by the royal family of Travancore and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple is considered one of the richest places of worship in the world.
The famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple is situated on the banks of which river?
Correct Answer: A. Ganges
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is located in Varanasi on the western bank of the Ganges. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the holiest of Shiva temples. The current structure was built by Ahilyabai Holkar in 1780.
Which cave temple complex contains the famous 'Trimurti' sculpture of Lord Shiva?
Correct Answer: D. Elephanta Caves
The Elephanta Caves are located on Gharapuri Island near Mumbai. The Trimurti sculpture represents Shiva as the Creator, Preserver, and Destroyer. These rock-cut temples were constructed between the 5th and 8th centuries.
The Vitthala Temple, famous for its musical pillars and stone chariot, is located in which state?
Correct Answer: A. Karnataka
The Vitthala Temple is part of the Hampi group of monuments in Karnataka. It features 56 musical pillars that produce different musical notes when tapped. The iconic stone chariot in the temple complex is a symbol of Vijayanagara art.
In which state is the Dakshineswar Kali Temple, where Ramakrishna Paramahansa served as a priest, located?
Correct Answer: A. West Bengal
Dakshineswar Kali Temple is situated on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River in Kolkata. It was founded by Rani Rashmoni in 1855. The temple is famous for its association with the mystic saint Ramakrishna Paramahansa.
The Angkor Wat temple complex, the largest religious monument in the world, was originally dedicated to which deity?
Correct Answer: D. Lord Vishnu
Angkor Wat was built in Cambodia by King Suryavarman II in the 12th century. It was originally a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu before transforming into a Buddhist site. It is a masterpiece of Khmer architecture and a national symbol of Cambodia.
Which temple is known for its unique 'pendent' or hanging pillar that does not touch the ground?
Correct Answer: A. Lepakshi Temple
The Lepakshi Temple is located in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh. It is dedicated to Veerabhadra and features a hanging pillar that is a mystery to modern engineers. The temple also has the largest monolithic Nandi sculpture in India.
The Ranakpur Jain Temple, famous for its 1,444 uniquely carved pillars, is located in which state?
Correct Answer: A. Rajasthan
Ranakpur Jain Temple is situated in the Pali district of Rajasthan. It is dedicated to Tirthankara Adinatha and was built in the 15th century. No two pillars in the temple are identical in their carvings.