The people, cultures, and places of India are the embodiment of oneness through diversity. India is home to a multitude of religions, sects, and faiths, though the independent ideals of these various beliefs are really not that different. Hinduism is the predominant religion of India, though there are many followers of Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, and Sikhism, as well. Showing their devoutness throughout history, India’s people have constructed sacred temples in every corner of their land. The Spiritual India Tour takes your body and spirit from the mountainous North end of the country to the coastal South, discovering sacred sites, temples, and monuments, while admiring all the landscapes this spectacular subcontinent has to offer. You will leave India with peaceful insight into both your own life and into the lives of others.
Ajmer Sharif
Ajmer Sharif
Located in the state of
Rajasthan, Ajmar Shrif is a shrine to Sufi Saint Moinuddin Chishti. This is one of the most popular destinations
in India for those of the Islamic faith.
Vaishno
Devi
Nestled in the Himalayas, Vaishno Devi is a Hindu pilgrimage site in the state Jammu and Kashmir. Enjoy breathtaking views of the vistas and enjoy the cool, moist mountain air.
Rishikesh
Namaste! Welcome to Rishikesh, the birthplace of
yoga! This is the most famous locale in
the world to practice meditation, do yoga, and learn Hindu culture. On the banks of the sacred Ganges River, this
whole town is considered sacred and it is believed that meditation here leads
to one’s salvation. Enjoy the old-world
charm of this town, relax, unwind, and seek personal knowledge or speak with a
yogi.
Bodh
Gaya
For the followers of Buddhism, there are few places that resonate as deeply as Bodh Gaya. Underneath the Bodhi Tree is where Gautam Buddha is believed to have achieved enlightenment. In the state of Bihar, Bodh Gaya is the world’s largest Buddhist pilgrimage site.
Tirupati
Lord Vishnu, the Supreme god of Hinduism, chose an alternative home to his celestial one. And that home is here at Tirupati. Located in the state of Andhra Pradesh in Southern India, Tirupati is home to the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple and has been dubbed India’s Best Heritage City as well as the Spiritual Capital of the state. Tirupati is also the richest pilgrimage site of all religions the world over!
Velankanni
The coastal town of Velankanni is found in the state of Tamil Nadu along the Southeastern coast of India. The most famous Christian site in the country is found here and is home to the Roman Catholic Church, Our Lady of Vailankanni. Every Christmas, there is a multi-lingual mass offering prayers for those that attend. This basilica attracts Christian pilgrims from all across the country and from all around the world.
