As per the Puranas, the white core of the Somnath Lingam gives the temple its name - ‘Gauri Somnath’ as Gauri means white. Today, this Lingam is black. Two myths prevail around the Lingam. - Mandhata Parikrama Part-3, Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh, India - ImageWrighter
Our journey from Omkareshwar is not a religious ritual alone. It connects us to nature. As I passed each 100-metre milestone, there was a new sight to savour, new flowers and trees to admire and excitement for the next point of interest. - ImageWrighter
The early view on the trek is of the gentle river traipsing on the rocky Vindhyas. Many religious and monastic retreats dot the bank across. On the path, stone billboards with the teachings of The Gita accompany the devotees. Soon enough, the flat territory turns into a climb. And the first of the ancient temples appears to the left of the track. - Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh, India - ImageWrighter
The northern hallway showcases the tenets of Mahayana Buddhism. At the eastern entrance, Shiva and Parvati with their two children, Ganesha and Kartikeya exemplify the concept and importance of familial love. - Sanctuary of Truth, Pattaya, Thailand - ImageWrighter