8 Oldest Temples In India

8. Kandariya Mahadev Temple, Madhya Pradesh

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7. Brihadeeswarar Temple, Tamil Nadu

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6. Bateshwar Temple, Madhya Pradesh

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5. Kailasa Temple, Maharashtra

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4. Virupaksha Temple, Karnataka

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3. Badami Cave Temple, Karnataka

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2. Mahabodhi Temple, Bihar

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1. Mundeshwari Temple, Bihar

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