Your Privacy is Important to us

We encourage you to review our Terms of Service, and Privacy Policy.

By continuing, you agree to the Terms listed here. In case you want to opt out, please click "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link in the footer of this page.

Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information

We won't sell or share your personal information to inform the ads you see. You may still see interest-based ads if your information is sold or shared by other companies or was sold or shared previously.

Continue on TOI App
Open App
Login for better experience!
Login Now
Welcome! to timesofindia.com
TOI INDTOI USTOI GCC
TOI+
  • Home
  • Live
  • TOI Games
  • Top Headlines
  • India
  • City News
  • Photos
  • Business
  • Real Estate
  • Entertainment
  • Movie Reviews
  • Lifestyle
  • Podcasts
  • Elections
  • Web Series
  • Sports
  • TV
  • Food
  • Travel
  • Events
  • World
  • Music
  • Astrology
  • Videos
  • Tech
  • Auto
  • Education
  • Log Out
Follow Us On
Open App
  • ETIMES
  • CINEMA
  • VIDEOS
  • TV
  • LIFESTYLE
  • VISUAL STORIES
  • MUSIC
  • TRAVEL
  • FOOD
  • TRENDING
  • EVENTS
  • THEATRE
  • PHOTOS
  • MOVIE REVIEWS
  • MOVIE LISTINGS
  • HEALTH
  • RELATIONSHIP
  • WEB SERIES
  • BOX OFFICE

The 4 Indian temples in 4 different directions that are believed to grant Moksha

TOI Lifestyle Desk
| ETimes.in | Last updated on - May 12, 2024, 12:00 IST
Comments
Share
1/5

What is Moksha?

Moksha or mukti, for Hindus, refers to the freedom from the cycle of birth and death. Once a person receives moksha, he or she never has to enter the samsara and is not reincarnated into this world. To Hindus all over the world, Moksha is the freedom of their soul and their unity with the divine. And so, attaining Moksha is considered the ultimate purpose of human life. Moksha is believed to give people eternal peace, bliss, and freedom from suffering.


And a visit to these 4 temples, located in 4 different directions in India, is believed to grant devotees Moksha.
2/5

​Badrinath dham in the North

Situated between the Himalayas in Uttarakhand is the Badrinath dham. Badrinath is considered to be one of the holiest temples in Uttarakhand and all over India. And it is believed that people who wish to attain Moksha in this life, must visit Badrinath atleast once in life.
To reach Badrinath, devotees come from all over the world, take up a trek from Joshimath, and then reach the temple to seek blessings and cleanse their souls. The peace and quiet of Badrinath temple is truly a beauty to look at and the spiritual energies of the place are unmatched.

3/5

​Krishna’s Dwarka in the West

Located in Gujarat is Dwarka, also called ‘Krishna’s kingdom. The famous Dwarka temple is known as Dwarkadhish mandir and is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Dwarka is believed to be one of the Char Dhams and it is said that people who visit Dwarka at least once in life, along with the other dhams attain Moksha and are united with the divine. pilgrimage sites, Dwarka holds immense significance for devotees seeking Moksha.
The idol of Shri Krishna inside the temple is said to have magnetic energies, and both devotees and other things are drawn to him.

4/5

​Lord Jagannath in the East

In the peaceful East state of Orissa is the Jagannath temple. A temple so rich in culture, history, and mysteries, that even if one does not wish to attain Moksha, must visit it atleast once. Dedicated to Lord Jagannath, Balram and Subhadra, the temple is famous for its annual Rath Yatra festival, and attracts millions of devotees. The temple's architectural style and the spiritual energy around it create a perfect atmosphere for meditation and other spiritual activities. Visiting the Jagannath temple at least once in a lifetime is like a promise of Moksha and freedom from samsara.

5/5

​Rameshwaram in the South

One of the most beautiful temples in India, is the Rameshwaram temple in Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Rameshwaram is also one of the twelve Jyotirlingas in India and in the most Southern part of the country. For a long time now, devotees and pilgrims have been visiting Rameshwaram to seek absolution from past sins and attain Moksha. Situated close to the Indian ocean, Rameshwaam temple has a sense of peace and calm to it, that makes people want to surrender to the divine, leaving everything material behind them.
And so, a journey to Rameshwaram is believed to help people attain Moksha.

Start a Conversation

Post comment
Featured In lifestyle
  • Thought of the day inspired by the Bhagavad Gita: "Happiness grows when comparison fades"
  • 5 ultimate benefits of using a neem wood comb on your hair
  • What happens when you eat 2 eggs daily
  • 10 items travellers are not allowed to carry in hand baggage (number 5 might surprise you)
  • 10 underrated wildlife destinations in Asia that are less crowded than popular safari parks
  • Just when Cannes thought it had seen it all, Aishwarya arrived in this jaw-dropping pastel look
  • Is it normal to feel jealous that your child prefers your partner? Why it happens and what to do about it
  • Stop using basic tiles in 2026: These luxury flooring trends are redefining modern real estate
  • 5 amazing red snakes found in India
Photostories
  • ​Heatwave alert: UK braces for hottest May day on record as 30°C heat continues — 5 summer essentials to beat the heat​
  • Hollywood couples who fell in love on the set: From Tom Holland-Zendaya to Jennifer Lopez-Ben Affleck
  • 10 baby boy names that mean successful
  • ​10 warning signs your body may be low on calcium​
  • This American state is known as the ‘Rainbow Capital of the World’; what travellers must know before planning a trip here
  • What is Garcinia? Does it actually help in weight loss
  • These Birth Numbers Will Achieve Success After 35
  • Going outdoors this summer? Doctor warns heat and UV rays may be harming your eyes more than you realise
  • Hollywood’s biggest sequels still to come in 2026: From ‘Toy Story 5’ to ‘Avengers: Doomsday’
Explore more Stories
  • 8
    5 ultimate benefits of using a neem wood comb on your hair
  • 5
    Thought of the day inspired by the Bhagavad Gita: "Happiness grows when comparison fades"
  • 11
    10 baby boy names that mean successful
  • 6
    Morning affirmation at 5 am: The simple self-talk trick linked to calmer, focused days
  • 5
    This American state is known as the ‘Rainbow Capital of the World’; what travellers must know before planning a trip here
Up Next
  • ETimes
  • /
  • Life & Style
  • /
  • Soul Search
  • /
  • The 4 Indian temples in 4 different directions that are believed to grant Moksha
About UsTerms Of UsePrivacy PolicyCookie Policy

Copyright © May 25, 2026, 09.01AM IST Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. For reprint rights: Times Syndication Service