Temples of West architectural India are the remnants of the Western Indian style. Western Indian temples are especially noticeable due to the stylistic features throughout.
The artisans from over the period of time have created masterpieces in India specifically in this part of the country. They had the eye for each and every detail, passion for work, and ecstasy in life that is the reason they had created such an example of art and architecture. The visit to these temples would enable the visitors to prove all these points. The sincere dedication of the artists on every detail, fascination for work and likeness for all things which are beautiful has helped them to fill life into lifeless stones.
Gujarat Temples
The temples in Gujarat are marvellously structured and spectacularly viewed by the visitors. This is also the major industrial town of the country. A visit to the magnificent and sacred temples in Gujarat would enable a tourist to come to terms with the religion-oriented life in Gujarat. Temples in Gujarat are also architectural marvels apart from being the place of sacredness in the province. Some of the prominent temples in this state are Somnath Temple, Parsi Fire Temples, Akshardham Temple, Dwarkadhish Temple, Dwarka, Rukmini Temple, Bhadreshwar temple, Bhrigu Rishi Temples and last but not the least the Gangeshwar Temple.
Maharashtra Temples
The state of Maharashtra has a rich tradition of art and culture. From ancient time people all over the world come to this place and enjoy the beauty. This is also the commercial capital of India. This land is soaked in the stories of the gallantry of Marathas has a wealth of temples. The state of Maharashtra has an ancient history of pilgrimage centre as well as it serves as a landmark in the evolution of Indian temple architecture. Two of the grand ancient rock cut temples of India dedicated to Shiva - The Elephanta Cave Temple and the Kailasanatha Temple at Ellora are in Maharashtra. Also in this state do the saints of Maharashtra glorify three of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines, two of the Shakti Peethas, the Ashta (eight) Vinayak shrines, and the revered Vitthala shrine at Pandharpur. Ashtavinayak temples in Pune, Elephanta Cave Temple at Ellora, Mumba Devi temple in Mumbai, Mahalaxmi Temple at Kolhapur, Balaji temple, Dattatreya temple in Ganganagar, Gharishneshwar temple in Aurangabad, Babulnath temple, etc. are all of rare beauty which adds to the glory of Maharashtra.
Temples of Goa
The temples of Goa are in quintessence of most Hindu temples in India, based around a deity, which is worshipped. The architecture of Goan temples is a little different mostly because of historical reasons. Goa is a Gem of India. This place is arrayed with temples and churches that are the silent spectators to the intense religious history and culture of the bygone era. Hence a pilgrimage to Goa is a unique experience. Indeed, Goa could be cherished for this meagre trait that one enjoys even on the shortest visit to this diverse land. There are some of the churches also which are really very famous. In that place a one-day trip can be dedicated to only the religious places like temples and churches. Some of the important temples in Goa are as follows: Sri Bhagavati Temple in Parshem, Sri Mahalakshmi Temple in Panaji, Sri Chandeswar Temple in Margao, Sri Manquesh Temple in Panaji, etc.
West India is the abode of many pilgrimage sites including several beautiful temples. The beautiful architectural designs of the temples of west India along with some of the charming beaches in Goa, Gujarat, and Mumbai attract tourists from all over India and the world.