10 Popular Hindu Temples In Pakistan

1. Shri Hinglaj Mata Temple (Balochistan)

The temple of Hinglaj Mata located in Hingol National Park, Balochistan province of Pakistan is one of the holiest sites for Hindus. This temple is built dedicated to the Hinglaj mata and many devotees visit this place in the pilgrimage known as Hinglaj Yatra. The temple is located in a deserted valley which enhances the aura of the place and makes it a holiest site of pilgrimage for those who stay in South Asia.

2. Katas Raj Temples (Punjab)

Katas Raj Temples, near Chakwal, are an ancient complex with links to Hindu mythology and antedating the Mahabharata period. It was recounted that the sacred pond in this place originated from tears of Lord Shiva, that was true. Still, this place is one of the most significant destinations for the Hindu quartiles in Pakistan because of its remarkable architecture and historical significance.

3. Shri Swaminarayan Mandir (Karachi)

Shri Swaminarayan Mandir at Soldier Bazar Karachi is such a temple that is highly active for the Hindus residing in the city. A 1900s structure, it has exquisite and ornate works which hold grand religious fairs and festivals. The conservation of this temple is a testimony to the religious tolerance policy in Pakistan as a religious place of worship to many people.

4. Sadhu Bela Temple (Sindh)

The Sadhu Bela Temple is another sacred place for Hinduism located on an island in the Indus River off Sukkur. This is an ashram which was pioneered by Hindu saints several centuries ago, the construction has been done with great taste in the total natural environment which makes it a place where people go to enjoy their peace. This has remained an important spiritual center with several followers seeking to have a glimpse of the spiritual place.

5. Kalka Cave Temple (Islamabad)

The Kalka Cave Temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali and it is situated at Margalla Hills. This is a God of worship observed within a man-made cave and therefore a number of palaeoanthropological tourists throng this shrine. Due to its isolated location and religious importance, it is one of the most popular religious places in Pakistan’s capital.

6. Panchmukhi Hanuman Mandir (Karachi)

The Panchmukhi Hanuman Mandir in Karachi is a temple, which has a temple devoted to Lord Hanuman and the idol inside is five-faced. It is an important temple to the Hindus in the locality; it keeps active during the Hanuman Jayanti festival. It also enhances the cultural diversity of Karachi because it is considered an important multicultural city.

7. Shri Varun Dev Temple (Manora Island)

Located on Manora Island of Karachi, Shri Varun dev Temple is a temple of sea god Varuna. This is because it is located by the coast therefore people such as fishermen and sailors find it to be a special place of worship. This makes the construction of the structure more appealing as it is to be used for religious purposes.

8. Bhagwan Valmiki Temple (Lahore)

The temple named Bhagwan Valmiki Temple in Lahore is dedicated to sage Valmiki who is known as the author of Ramayana. It is one of the oldest religious and cultural landmarks for Hindus in the city of Lahore. The existence of such a scene gives evidence of Pakistan’s ethnic diversity in a densely populated city.

9. Goraknath Temple (Peshawar)

Goraknath temple of Peshawar is dedicated to Guru Gorakhnath, the saint of yogis of Hindu religion. However, this place is not very famous, but is important to the locals if they are devotees. This is because its existence can go along with evidence of early spiritual history of the region.

10. Laxmi Narayan Mandir (Lahore)

Laxmi Narayan Mandir is situated in Ravi Road in Lahore and is devoted to goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu. But still now it is being used for prayers and is indeed very lively. The feature depicts the Hindu people of Pakistan are steadfast in their religion.