May 15, 2023, 04:01 PM IST

Top 8 pilgrimage destinations to visit by train in India

Bhawna Gupta

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Bhawna Gupta

Shirdi, Maharashtra

The Shirdi Temple of Sai Baba is one of the famous shrines located in Maharashtra, for which there are several special trains available.

Varanasi, UP

It is one of the most sacred Hindu pilgrimages in India where Kashi Vishwanath Temple is located. It can be reached very conveniently by train.

Mathura, UP

The Sri Krishna Janmbhoomi Temple is the main pilgrim center here and attracts a swarm of devotees. You can easily reach by train.

Puri, Odisha

The Jagannath Puri Temple, residing on the seashore, is also well connected by the railway network.

Amritsar, Punjab

The eye-catching sight of the glittering Golden Temple surrounded by water makes it a must-visit destination via train.

Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu

It is a historical town famous for its temples and articles made of silk, and you can find many Buddhist and Jain temples in the town.

Ajmer, Rajasthan

This place is visited by millions of people every year via trains, and it is believed that wishes get fulfilled at Ajmer Sharif Dargah here.

Bodh Gaya, Bihar

It is one of the most prominent pilgrimages, where pilgrims visit to meditate and prey.