[ Hinduism Today ] Kashmir’s Temples Emerge from Difficult Times Stronger than Ever

The article titled “Kashmir’s Temples Emerge from Difficult Times Stronger than Ever” discusses the resilience and resurgence of temples in Kashmir. Here’s a summary:

– There are over **6,000 ancient temples** in Kashmir, many of which are being rebuilt with the cooperation of all communities.
– These temples are linked with historical legends from the eras of **Ramayana and Mahabharata**.
– Despite repeated invasions that left many temples in ruins, the traditional bonding of people with the land and its heritage has not diminished.
– Temples like **Shankaracharya Hill, Mattan Suriya Shrine, and the magnificent Marthand Sun Temple** are on the tourism map and frequented by visitors to Kashmir.
– Many of these temples have been rebuilt and maintained by contributions from devotees.
– This region is the seat of **Kashmir Saivism**, and Siva temples abound. Goddess Parvati is also worshiped in many of Her forms.
– The ancient text **Bringesh Samhita** contains descriptions of all the major shrines in Kashmir¹.
– The **Martand Sun Temple**, one of the greatest of the ancient temples, lies in ruins thirty-nine miles from Srinagar, in the Anant Nag district of Kashmir.
– The **Ksheer Bhawani Temple** was protected by the army.
– Festivals like **Janmashtami, Ram Navami, Guru Purab** and pujas at Devi shrines have come back to their old glory.

This article provides a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Kashmir and the ongoing efforts to preserve and restore it.

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