8 Temples In India That Offer Unusual Offerings To Gods

1. Kaal Bhairav Temple, Madhya Pradesh

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2. Munch Murugan Temple, Kerala

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3. Kali Temple, Kolkata

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4.Mahadeva Temple, Kerala

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5. Brahma Baba Temple, Uttar Pradesh

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6. Devaragattu Temple, Andhra Pradesh

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7. Alagar Temple, Tamil Nadu

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8. Parassinikkadavu Temple, Kerala

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