{"id":34211,"date":"2023-06-25T11:41:14","date_gmt":"2023-06-25T11:41:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/?p=34211"},"modified":"2023-06-25T17:22:44","modified_gmt":"2023-06-25T17:22:44","slug":"religions-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/religions-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Discovering the 8 Predominant Faiths of India: A Cultural Journey"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>India is popularly known as the birthplace of some of the world&#8217;s major faiths. Moreover, this country is also home to several religions. Region helps you live a disciplined and focused life. Through some cultural practices, religions also allow us to maintain a healthy lifestyle. You will find uncountable temples, churches, mosques, and wayside shrines in India.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/religions-in-india\/#in-india-you-will-find-lots-of-religious-practices-and-spiritual-beliefs-among-them-8-major-religions-in-india-are-listed-below\" >In India, you will find lots of religious practices and spiritual beliefs. Among them, 8 Major Religions in India are listed below:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/religions-in-india\/#1-hinduism\" >1. Hinduism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/religions-in-india\/#2-islam\" >2. Islam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/religions-in-india\/#3-sikhism\" >3. Sikhism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/religions-in-india\/#4-christianity\" >4. Christianity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/religions-in-india\/#5-buddhism\" >5. Buddhism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/religions-in-india\/#6-jainism\" >6. Jainism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/religions-in-india\/#7-zoroastrianism\" >7. Zoroastrianism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/religions-in-india\/#8-judaism\" >8. Judaism<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/religions-in-india\/#conclusion\" >Conclusion \u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"in-india-you-will-find-lots-of-religious-practices-and-spiritual-beliefs-among-them-8-major-religions-in-india-are-listed-below\"><\/span>In India, you will find lots of religious practices and spiritual beliefs. Among them, 8 Major Religions in India are listed below:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Hinduism<\/li>\n<li>Islam<\/li>\n<li>Sikhism<\/li>\n<li>Christianity<\/li>\n<li>Buddhism<\/li>\n<li>Jainism<\/li>\n<li>Zoroastrianism<\/li>\n<li>Judaism.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-hinduism\"><\/span>1. Hinduism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-34212 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hindu-Religion-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Hindu Religion\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hindu-Religion-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hindu-Religion-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hindu-Religion-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hindu-Religion.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Nearly 79.8% of the Indian population has this religion. It is the oldest and most believed religion in India. As per the information, Vedic is the root of Hinduism. Hindu people firmly believe that a soul must undergo endless births and rebirths. After going through this process, souls finally achieve liberation.<\/p>\n<p>In the Hindu religion, devotees worshipped idols at mandirs. Hindus believe these icons reflect God. Some of the major festivals of Hinduism are &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/durga-puja-in-kolkata\/\">Durga Puja<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/diwali-festival-importance-attraction-where-how-to-celebrate-it\/\">Diwali<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/ganesh-chaturthi-festival-in-india\/\">Ganesh Chaturthi<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/what-is-holi-color-festival-in-india\/\">Holi<\/a>, etc.<\/p>\n<p><strong>As per the Hindu religion, there are four Varnas:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Brahmins &#8211; the priests<\/li>\n<li>Kshatriya &#8211; the ruler and warriors<\/li>\n<li>Vaishyas &#8211; the merchants<\/li>\n<li>Shudras &#8211; the manual workers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Holy book \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Geeta is the central religious book in Hinduism. Ramayana is also an important book. Moreover, they also follow the Vedas and the Upanishads.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Places where Hinduism is worshipped<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Hinduism is worshipped everywhere in India; a few of the significant places are listed below:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>(i) Haridwar<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-32284 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Haridwar-Uttarakhand.jpg\" alt=\"Haridwar Uttarakhand\" width=\"975\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Haridwar-Uttarakhand.jpg 975w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Haridwar-Uttarakhand-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Haridwar-Uttarakhand-768x473.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 975px) 100vw, 975px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It is a primary Hindu pilgrimage site, which is located on the banks of the River Ganga. This oldest town is considered the abode of Lord Shiva and Vishnu.<\/p>\n<p>However, you will also see Mansa Devi Temple, Chandi Devi Temple, Vaishno Devi Temple, etc. Religious fairs are hosted here throughout the year.<\/p>\n<div class=\"trending\">\n<div class=\"trending-title\"><strong>Popular Itineraries for Haridwar:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul class=\"list-tag\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/1-night-2-days-haridwar-rishikesh-trip-from-delhi.html\">Haridwar &amp; Rishikesh 2 Days Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/4-days-haridwar-rishikesh-mussoorie-tour-itinerary.html\">4 Days Haridwar Rishikesh Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/6-nights-haridwar-rishikesh-mussoorie-auli-itinerary.html\">Haridwar Rishikesh Mussoorie Tour for 7 Days<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/haridwar-rishikesh-mussoorie-tour-itinerary-from-delhi.html\">5 Days Haridwar Rishikesh Package<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/3-nights-4-days-delhi-rishikesh-haridwar-tour.html\">3 Nights 4 Days Rishikesh Haridwar Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/golden-triangle-haridwar-rishikesh.html\">Golden Triangle With Haridwar Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>(ii) Vrindavan<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34213 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Govind-Dev-Temple-Vrindavan.jpg\" alt=\"Govind Dev Temple Vrindavan\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Govind-Dev-Temple-Vrindavan.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Govind-Dev-Temple-Vrindavan-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Govind-Dev-Temple-Vrindavan-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Lord Krishna spent his childhood days in this sacred town of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/uttar-pradesh-tours\/\">Uttar Pradesh<\/a>. Here, you will find lots of temples. Among them, the auspicious Bankey Bihari Temple is the most famous. However, you can explore the Madan Mohan Temple, the 16th-century Govind Dev Temple, and many more.<\/p>\n<div class=\"trending\">\n<div class=\"trending-title\"><strong>Suggested Itinerary for Vrindavan:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul class=\"list-tag\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/2-nights-3-days-mathura-vrindavan-gokul-itinerary.html\">3 Days Mathura Vrindavan Govardhan Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/one-day-mathura-vrindavan-tour-from-agra.html\">Mathura Vrindavan Trip from Agra<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/one-day-mathura-vrindavan-from-delhi-by-car.html\">Same Day Mathura Vrindavan Package<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>(iii) Varanasi<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-19042 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Varanasi2-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Varanasi2-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Varanasi2-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Varanasi2-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Varanasi2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This oldest living city in the world is also known as the heart of Hinduism. You will find this holy town on the bank of the sacred River Ganga. This city has a famous temple of Lord Shiva.<\/p>\n<div class=\"trending\">\n<div class=\"trending-title\"><strong>Suggested Itineraries for Varanasi:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul class=\"list-tag\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/golden-triangle-with-varanasi-trip.html\">Delhi Agra Jaipur Varanasi Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/golden-triangle-with-khajuraho-varanasi.html\">Golden Triangle With Varanasi Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/14-days-rajasthan-varanasi-itinerary.html\">14 Days Rajasthan and Varanasi Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/5-days-prayagraj-ayodhya-varanasi-itinerary.html\">5 Days Varanasi Prayagraj Ayodhya Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/varanasi-temple-tour-pilgrimage.html\">3 Days Varanasi Temple Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/varanasi-tours\/\">Check Varanasi More Packages<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-islam\"><\/span>2. Islam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34214 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Islam-Religion.jpg\" alt=\"Islam Religion\" width=\"900\" height=\"780\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Islam-Religion.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Islam-Religion-300x260.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Islam-Religion-768x666.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The meaning of Islam is &#8211; <strong>&#8216;Submission to God&#8217;.<\/strong> This religion is centered on the Quran and the teachings of Muhammad.<\/p>\n<p>As per the information, believing in monotheism is the cornerstone of the Islamic faith. According to experts, this religion came to India in the 10th century.<\/p>\n<p><strong>As per the information, Islam religion is defined by five pillars:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Profession of faith<\/li>\n<li>Almsgiving<\/li>\n<li>Pilgrimage<\/li>\n<li>Worshiping<\/li>\n<li>Fasting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When the fourth Caliph died, the entire Muslim community was divided into two branches: Shias and Sunnis.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A few of the major principles of Islam are:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Muslims never have to be believed in idol worship.<\/li>\n<li>The Quran is their only sacred book.<\/li>\n<li>They have to pray five times a day.<\/li>\n<li>Mecca will be the holy place for all Muslims, and they have to visit it at least once in their lifetime.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Holy book \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0The Quran is their only sacred religious book. They strictly follow the teachings of Prophet Muhammad.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Places where Islam is worshipped:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>(i) Agra<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-34215 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jama-Masjid-Agra-1024x663.jpg\" alt=\"Jama Masjid Agra\" width=\"1024\" height=\"663\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jama-Masjid-Agra-1024x663.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jama-Masjid-Agra-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jama-Masjid-Agra-768x497.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jama-Masjid-Agra.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Undoubtedly, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/agra-tours\/\">Agra<\/a> comes under one of the significant religious places for Muslims. This region is full of sacred Muslim sites, which also draw visitors from across the globe. You will find countless mosques here, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/agra-tours\/jama-masjid-agra.html\">Jama Masjid<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/agra-tours\/moti-masjid-agra.html\">Moti Masjid<\/a>, etc.<\/p>\n<div class=\"trending\">\n<div class=\"trending-title\"><strong>Suggested Packages for Agra:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul class=\"list-tag\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/6-days-golden-triangle-tours-india.html\">6 Days Delhi Agra Jaipur Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/3-nights-4-days-golden-triangle-tour.html\">4 Days Delhi Agra Jaipur Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/8-days-luxury-golden-triangle-tour.html\">8 Days Delhi Agra Jaipur Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/4-days-jaipur-and-agra-tour.html\">Jaipur Agra Tour 3 Nights 4 Days<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/same-day-agra-tajmahal-tour-by-train.html\">Same-Day Taj Mahal Trip By Train<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/same-day-agra-tajmahal-tour-by-car.html\">Agra Same Day Travel from Delhi<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/agra-tours\/\">Check Agra More Packages<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>(ii) Hyderabad<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-32785 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Mecca-Masjid-Hyderabad-Telangana-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"Mecca Masjid Hyderabad Telangana\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Mecca-Masjid-Hyderabad-Telangana-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Mecca-Masjid-Hyderabad-Telangana-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Mecca-Masjid-Hyderabad-Telangana-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Mecca-Masjid-Hyderabad-Telangana.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It is an excellent Muslim pilgrimage site where you find several mosques. Most interestingly, you can explore the marvellous Charminar Mosque here, which holds religious significance to Islam. You can visit Mecca Masjid here, another revered site for Muslims.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-sikhism\"><\/span>3. Sikhism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-34216 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Sikhism-Symbol-1024x960.jpg\" alt=\"Sikhism Symbol\" width=\"1024\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Sikhism-Symbol-1024x960.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Sikhism-Symbol-300x281.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Sikhism-Symbol-768x720.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Sikhism-Symbol.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Guru Nanak is popularly known as the founder of the Sikh religion. He always encouraged his followers to outreach the universal brotherhood regardless of caste, colour, and religion.<\/p>\n<p>Sikh people always celebrate the birthdays and martyrdoms of their respected Gurus. With their religious practices and a specific code of conduct, Sikhs identify themselves. Sikhs celebrate several festivals such as &#8211; Guru Purab, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/baisakhi-celebration-in-punjab-festival-guide\/\">Vaisakhi<\/a>, Hola Mohalla, etc.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Principal of this religion-<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sikhs are identified because of their five &#8216;Ks&#8217;; they are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Kesh &#8211; means long hair<\/li>\n<li>Kachcha &#8211; means short trousers<\/li>\n<li>Kirpan &#8211; means a kind of sword<\/li>\n<li>Kanga &#8211; means comb<\/li>\n<li>Kara &#8211; means iron Bengal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Holy book \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Guru Granth Sahib is the sacred religious book of Sikhs. This book contains the teaching and writing of their ten gurus. All Sikh gurus suggest their followers believe in kindness and the universal religion of brotherhood.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Places where Sikhism is worshipped:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>(i) Punjab<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-23621 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Golden-Temple-Amritsar-Punjab-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Golden-Temple-Amritsar-Punjab-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Golden-Temple-Amritsar-Punjab-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Golden-Temple-Amritsar-Punjab-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Golden-Temple-Amritsar-Punjab.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sikh religion is a new religion that originated in this state. People will find here The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/amritsar-tours\/\">Golden Temple in Amritsar<\/a>, which is the holiest Gurudwara all over the world. Apart from this famous Gurudwara, people can also find several Gurudwaras in this region, which includes Fatehgarh Sahib and many more.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/chandigarh-tours\/\">Chandigarh<\/a>\u00a0state also has several populations of Sikhism.<\/p>\n<div class=\"trending\">\n<div class=\"trending-title\"><strong>Amritsar Travel Packages:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul class=\"list-tag\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/delhi-agra-jaipur-with-amritsar-golden-temple.html\">Golden Triangle With Amritsar Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/delhi-agra-jaipur-amritsar-tour-from-mumbai.html\">10 Days Delhi Agra Jaipur Amritsar Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/2-days-amritsar-golden-temple-tour-from-delhi.html\">2 Days Amritsar Golden Temple Package<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-christianity\"><\/span>4. Christianity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-34217 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Christianity-Symbol-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Christianity Symbol\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Christianity-Symbol-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Christianity-Symbol-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Christianity-Symbol-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Christianity-Symbol-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Christianity-Symbol.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>According to experts, this religion first reached India 2,000 years ago. However, they mainly live in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/kerala-tours\/\">Kerala<\/a>, but people from this religion can be found all over the country. They worship Jesus Christ (the Saviour of humanity).<\/p>\n<p><strong>People of this religion are mainly divided into three sects, they are:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Roman Catholics<\/li>\n<li>Protestants<\/li>\n<li>Romo-Syrians<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Holy book \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Bible is the only religious book of Christians.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Places where Christianity is worshipped:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>(i) Goa<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-26852 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Basilica-of-Bom-Jesus-Goa-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Basilica of Bom Jesus, Goa\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Basilica-of-Bom-Jesus-Goa-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Basilica-of-Bom-Jesus-Goa-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Basilica-of-Bom-Jesus-Goa-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Basilica-of-Bom-Jesus-Goa.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It is a well-known Christian religious destination across the globe. Here you will find nemours churches. The most famous church in this place is the Basilica of Bom Jesus. This church houses the tomb of St. Francis Xavier. SE Cathedral is another famous church listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n<div class=\"trending\">\n<div class=\"trending-title\"><strong>Suggested Itineraries for Goa:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul class=\"list-tag\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/6-days-mumbai-goa-tour.html\">6 Days Goa Mumbai Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/15-days-delhi-rajasthan-mumbai-goa-itinerary.html\">15 Days Rajasthan Goa Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/golden-triangle-and-goa-trip.html\">9 Days Delhi Agra Jaipur Goa Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/goa-kerala-tour-itinerary.html\">11 Days Goa With Kerala Package<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/goa-honeymoon-tours-3-nights-4-days.html\">3 Nights 4 Days Goa Itinerary<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>(ii) Kerala<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34218 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/St.-Thomas-Church-Kerala.jpg\" alt=\"St. Thomas Church Kerala\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/St.-Thomas-Church-Kerala.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/St.-Thomas-Church-Kerala-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/St.-Thomas-Church-Kerala-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It is the first Indian state which got introduced to Christianity. St. Thomas spread the religion of Christianity in this state. The arrival of Syrian immigrants is another crucial factor that contributed to the growth of this religion in this place. Here you will find several churches.<\/p>\n<div class=\"trending\">\n<div class=\"trending-title\"><strong>Kerala Tour Packages:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul class=\"list-tag\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/3-nights-4-days-munnar-alleppey-itinerary.html\">4 Dyas Munnar Alleppey Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/4-night-5-days-kerala-houseboat-backwater.html\">5 Days Kerala Backwater Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/10-days-kerala-tour-itinerary.html\">10 Days Kerala Trip Itinerary<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/7-nights-8-days-kerala-itinerary.html\">Kerala Package for 8 Days<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/5-nights-6-days-kerala-tour-itinerary.html\">5 Nights 6 Days Kerala Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/goa-kerala-tour-itinerary.html\">11 Days Goa Kerala Package<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/6-nights-7-days-kerala-itinerary.html\">Kerala Tour 6 Nights 7 Days<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/kerala-tours\/\">Check Kerala More Itineraries<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-buddhism\"><\/span>5. Buddhism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-34219 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Buddhism-Symbol-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Buddhism Symbol\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Buddhism-Symbol-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Buddhism-Symbol-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Buddhism-Symbol-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Buddhism-Symbol.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Siddharth Gautam founded this peaceful religion. He is also popularly known as Buddha or Gautam Buddha. Only two or three percent of India&#8217;s population follows Buddhism. Every Buddhist person believes in kindness, wisdom, and love. They always try to follow the teachings of the Lord Buddha, which include: Karma, rebirth, and many more. Buddhists celebrate several festivals; Buddha&#8217;s birthday and Magha Puja are remarkable.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Lord Buddha has given an eightfold path for the Ashtanga Marg. Which includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Right aspiration<\/li>\n<li>Right contemplation<\/li>\n<li>Right mindfulness<\/li>\n<li>Right views or faith<\/li>\n<li>Right livelihood<\/li>\n<li>Right Speech<\/li>\n<li>Right action<\/li>\n<li>Right livelihood<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Buddhists always believe in the transmigration of the soul and the doctrine of Karma. Buddha always emphasized purity of conduct, love, and truthfulness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Places where Buddhism is worshipped:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>(i) Bodhgaya<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-24445 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Mahabodhi-Temple-Bodh-Gaya-Bihar.jpg\" alt=\"Mahabodhi Temple, Bodh Gaya Bihar\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Mahabodhi-Temple-Bodh-Gaya-Bihar.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Mahabodhi-Temple-Bodh-Gaya-Bihar-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Mahabodhi-Temple-Bodh-Gaya-Bihar-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>According to Buddhism, Lord Buddha attained enlightenment under a Pipal Tree in Gaya. This place is located 100 kilometers from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/patna-tours\/\">Patna<\/a>. This place comes under one of the most important pilgrimage centers for Buddhists. Maha Bodhi Temple is the prime attraction of this place.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bodhgaya Package:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/3-days-bodhgaya-nalanda-rajgir-tour-itinerary.html\">2 Nights 3 Days Bodhgaya Rajgir and Nalanda Travel Itinerary<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>(ii) Sarnath<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-19615 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Sarnath-Dhamek-Stupa-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Sarnath Dhamek Stupa\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Sarnath-Dhamek-Stupa-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Sarnath-Dhamek-Stupa-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Sarnath-Dhamek-Stupa-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Sarnath-Dhamek-Stupa.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This sacred town is 11 kilometers away from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/varanasi-tours\/\">Varanasi<\/a>. It is believed that, after enlightenment, Buddha delivered his first sermon in this place.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-jainism\"><\/span>6. Jainism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34220 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jainism-Symbol.jpg\" alt=\"Jainism Symbol\" width=\"820\" height=\"591\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jainism-Symbol.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jainism-Symbol-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jainism-Symbol-768x554.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>According to experts, this religion originated in India around the 7th to 5th century BCE. Mahavira founded this religion. This religion mainly focuses on adhering to the doctrine of self rather than God. According to the information, Jainism has a relatively minor population in India than other religions. Mahavir Jayanti, Maun Agiyara, and Diwali are some of the famous festivals of Jainism.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mahavir has given his followers five viral principles, they are:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Asteya &#8211; never stealing one&#8217;s property<\/li>\n<li>Aparigraha (non-possession)<\/li>\n<li>Ahimsa &#8211; never spread violence<\/li>\n<li>Satya &#8211; always speaking the truth<\/li>\n<li>Brahmacharya (non-adultery)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Places where Jainism is worshipped:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>(i) Maharashtra<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-34221 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jain-temple-Babu-Amichand-Adishwarji-in-Mumbai-Maharashtra-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Jain temple Babu Amichand Adishwarji in Mumbai Maharashtra\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jain-temple-Babu-Amichand-Adishwarji-in-Mumbai-Maharashtra-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jain-temple-Babu-Amichand-Adishwarji-in-Mumbai-Maharashtra-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jain-temple-Babu-Amichand-Adishwarji-in-Mumbai-Maharashtra-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jain-temple-Babu-Amichand-Adishwarji-in-Mumbai-Maharashtra.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Jain religion has always been a part of the religious culture in this state. This place contains the most prominent Jain population in this country. One of the most beautiful heritage of this religion is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-ajanta-ellora-caves-maharashtra\/\">Ellora Caves<\/a>. You can also find another famous Jain temple Babu Amichand Adishwarji in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/mumbai-tours\/\">Mumbai<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"trending\">\n<div class=\"trending-title\"><strong>Maharashtra Travel Itineraries:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul class=\"list-tag\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/aurangabad-itinerary-for-3-days.html\">3 Days Ajanta &amp; Ellora Caves Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/aurangabad-itinerary-for-4-days.html\">Aurangabad Itinerary for 4 Days<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/6-days-maharashtra-heritage-tour-itinerary.html\">Maharashtra Trip Itinerary for 6 Days<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/4-days-mahabaleshwar-panchagani-tour.html\">4 Days Mahabaleshwar &amp; Panchgani Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/lonavala-khandala-itinerary-from-mumbai.html\">3 Days Lonavala Khandala Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/maharashtra-tours\/\">More Itineraries for Maharashtra<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>(ii) Rajasthan<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-32046 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Dilwara-Jain-Temple-Mount-Abu-Rajasthan-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Dilwara Jain Temple Mount Abu, Rajasthan\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Dilwara-Jain-Temple-Mount-Abu-Rajasthan-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Dilwara-Jain-Temple-Mount-Abu-Rajasthan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Dilwara-Jain-Temple-Mount-Abu-Rajasthan-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Dilwara-Jain-Temple-Mount-Abu-Rajasthan.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/rajasthan-tours\/\">Rajasthan<\/a> is another crucial state of India where most of the Jain population lives. You will find several Jain Temples under popular Jain pilgrimage spots in this place. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/guide-to-the-dilwara-jain-temples-mount-abu\/\">Dilwara Temple<\/a> is the prime attraction of this place.<\/p>\n<p>People from this religion also live in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/gujarat-tours\/\">Gujarat<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/madhya-pradesh-tours\/\">Madhya Pradesh<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"trending\">\n<div class=\"trending-title\"><strong>Packages for Rajasthan Trip:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul class=\"list-tag\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/14-days-rajasthan-varanasi-itinerary.html\">14 Days Rajasthan &amp; Varanasi Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/8-day-rajasthan-tribal-tour.html\">8 Days Rajasthan Tribal Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/15-days-delhi-rajasthan-mumbai-goa-itinerary.html\">15 Days Rajasthan Mumbai Goa Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/10-days-rajasthan-trip-itinerary.html\">10 Days Rajasthan Trip Package<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/18-days-rajasthan-kerala-tours-itinerary.html\">Rajasthan &amp; Kerala Tour 18 Days<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/7-days-rajasthan-tour-itinerary.html\">7 Days Rajasthan Travel Itinerary<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/rajasthan-tours\/\">Check More Packages for Rajasthan<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-zoroastrianism\"><\/span>7. Zoroastrianism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-34222 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Zoroastrianism-Symbol-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Zoroastrianism Symbol\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Zoroastrianism-Symbol-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Zoroastrianism-Symbol-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Zoroastrianism-Symbol-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Zoroastrianism-Symbol.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This religion mainly belongs to Parsis. People from this religion are the followers of Zoroaster. Zoroastrians especially worship fire. Nearly one lakh Zoroastrians live in India. These people live in urban centers like Mumbai.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Places where Zoroastrianism is worshipped:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>(i) Maharashtra<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34223 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Parsi-Fire-Temple-Maharashtra.jpg\" alt=\"Parsi Fire Temple Maharashtra\" width=\"861\" height=\"484\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Parsi-Fire-Temple-Maharashtra.jpg 861w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Parsi-Fire-Temple-Maharashtra-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Parsi-Fire-Temple-Maharashtra-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 861px) 100vw, 861px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This place is considered the central hub for the Zoroastrian population. Previously, they settled in Gujarat state. When their entrepreneurial skills were increased, they moved to Mumbai. This city contains the highest number of Zoroastrian fire temples in India. You can find The Parsi Fire Temple on Perin Nariman Street here.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-judaism\"><\/span>8. Judaism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34224 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Judaism-Symbol.jpg\" alt=\"Judaism Symbol\" width=\"860\" height=\"1015\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Judaism-Symbol.jpg 860w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Judaism-Symbol-254x300.jpg 254w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Judaism-Symbol-768x906.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This religion is known as an ancient monotheistic religion that primarily originated in the Middle East. Interestingly, it is the first foreign religion introduced in India. Among all the Jewish Communities in Asia, India ranks fourth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>As per the information, mainly three kinds of the Jewish population live in India, they are:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cochin Jews<\/li>\n<li>Bene Israeli<\/li>\n<li>Baghdadi Jews<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Places where Judaism is worshipped:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>(i) Cochin<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-21944 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Paradesi-Synagogue-Kochi-Kerala-1024x666.jpg\" alt=\"Paradesi Synagogue, Kochi, Kerala\" width=\"1024\" height=\"666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Paradesi-Synagogue-Kochi-Kerala-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Paradesi-Synagogue-Kochi-Kerala-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Paradesi-Synagogue-Kochi-Kerala-768x499.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Paradesi-Synagogue-Kochi-Kerala.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Malabari Jews and Paradesis first arrived at the Paradesi synagogue. After that, they settled in this place. This synagogue was built in the year 1568. It is also the oldest synagogue in the country. Tourists have to remove their shoes mandatorily before entering the temple.<\/p>\n<p>Mumbai and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/pune-tours\/\">Pune<\/a> also have lots of people from this religion.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion \u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to experts, India is the melting pot of cultures. This country is quite famous for its religious diversity. You can explore harmony in all religious festivals, traditions, and ceremonies. Each of these celebrations always spreads the message of brotherhood. These different religious festivals bring people closer to one another.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Suggested Articles:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/indias-majestic-rainforests-an-eco-explorers-guide\/\">India\u2019s 4 Majestic Rainforests<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/top-haunted-hotels-in-india\/\">7 Popular Haunted Hotels in India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/best-flea-markets-in-india\/\">Top 15 Flea Markets in India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/best-states-in-india-to-visit\/\">10 Famous States in India to Visit<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/famous-toy-trains-in-india\/\">Top 5 Most Famous Toy Trains in India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-scenic-routes-to-travel-by-vistadome-trains-in-india\/\">9 Most Scenic Routes to Travel By Vistadome Trains In India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/famous-marine-national-parks-in-india\/\">Top 5 Marine National Parks in India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/popular-cave-paintings-in-india\/\">12 Popular Cave Paintings in India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/jainism-pilgrimage-sites-in-india\/\">Top 12 Jainism Pilgrimage Sites in India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/lesser-known-facts-of-india-that-would-surprise-you\/\">Discovering Hidden Gems: Little-Known Facts About India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-famous-eco-villages-in-india\/\">11 Most Popular Eco Villages in India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/famous-mysterious-temples-in-india\/\">Top 10 Mysterious Temples in India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/india-travel-tips-for-first-timers\/\">10 Best India Travel Tips for First Timers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/travel-packing-list-for-india\/\">What You Need to Pack for an India Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/indias-top-sacred-travel-destinations-a-spiritual-journey\/\">India\u2019s Top 10 Sacred Travel Destinations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/popular-temples-in-india-where-men-are-not-allowed\/\">8 Famous Temples in India Where Men Are Not Allowed<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>India is popularly known as the birthplace of some of the world&#8217;s major faiths. 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