Temples · Meditation
A quiet guide to India's temples and to the practice of meditation
Padmanjali explains the history, architecture and traditions of temples, helps you plan a visit, and teaches meditation in plain, practical steps.
Explore Temples
Guides to the temples of India: their history, architecture, festivals and practical visitor information.
Discover Meditation
Simple, practical meditation instruction for beginners and for those building a steady practice.
Our editorial approach
We write original guides and check important facts against official temple sources, government tourism and archaeological authorities, and credible historical references. We keep documented history separate from tradition and belief, and we cite our sources so you can verify them yourself.
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