Overview

In Hindu tradition, certain temples are considered especially auspicious for couples to visit before or after marriage. Devotees seek blessings for a happy, prosperous, and lasting union. These temples are often associated with divine couples (such as Shiva-Parvati, Vishnu-Lakshmi, or Rama-Sita) or with deities believed to remove obstacles and grant harmony in married life.

Significance

Visiting these temples as a couple or before wedding ceremonies is thought to invoke divine grace for the marriage. Practices may include offering prayers, performing special pujas, or circumambulating the sanctum. Regional and family customs vary; some couples visit one or two key temples, while others undertake a short pilgrimage covering several such sites. Content on specific temples in this category will be expanded here.