| The ancient city of Gwalior presents a fascinating fusion of architectural splendor of yester years & the high-rise architecture of modern times. This is evident through the endless forts, palaces & temples that the city of Gwalior houses. While Gwalior has many attractions, it is known mainly for the multitude of temples & religious places that it houses, each of which is exemplary of architectural splendor. It is for this reason that Gwalior is often regarded as a prominent pilgrimage destination by many. Irrespective of the religion followed, people from far & wide throng to this city to visit these holy places. Of the many religious places housed in Gwalior, few of the most visited spots include: Teli ka Mandir: An 11th century built ancient architectural marvel, the Teli ka Mandir is renowned for its unique blend of Dravidian & Indo-Aryan architectural styles. This towering 100 feet tall temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Sun Temple: Also known as the Surya Mandir, the Sun Temple is located at a distance of 5 km from the city center near the residency of Morar. The architecture of this temple has been inspired by the famous Sun Temple of Konark, Orissa. Sas Bahu Temple: These twin temples of Gwalior are housed within the premises of the Gwalior Fort. The temples exhibit elaborate architectural splendor in the form of intricate carvings, sculptures & art work. Gurudwara Data Bandi Chhod: This Gurudwara had been built to commemorate the celebrated release of Guru Hargobindsingh Sahib, the sixth Nanak of Sikh. The place today stands as a significant pilgrimage destination of the Sikh. |







