temple_hinduOur Mission

Built for Pilgrims. Built for Trust.

Every temple in India has a story. Most platforms make it hard to find the basics: what time does it open, how do I get there, what should I know. OmDarshan exists to answer those questions clearly, accurately, and without distractions.

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Our Promise

How We're Different

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Researched, Not Scraped

We prioritise official temple and government sources for timings, aarti schedules and travel details. High-impact details are compared with other reliable sources where practical, and unresolved information is qualified.

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Reader-First, Always.

No interstitial pop-ups, no email gates, no paywalls. OmDarshan does not currently run advertising or affiliate links. Any future commercial relationship will be clearly disclosed before it appears.

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Mobile-First, Always

Built for the pilgrim on a budget Android phone with a 4G connection, navigating in a crowded temple town. Every pixel is designed for one-thumb use.


Data Sources

Where Our Information Comes From

We prioritise traceable public sources and flag important details that still need current confirmation.

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Official temple trust websites
somnath.org, shrimahakaleshwar.mp.gov.in, badrinath-kedarnath.gov.in, and similar authorities
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Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
For protected monuments and heritage site information
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State tourism boards
GMVN, MTDC, Uttarakhand Tourism, and regional authorities
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Government notifications and official announcements
Seasonal openings, closures, and festival schedule updates
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Wikipedia cross-reference
For historical and geographical context; not used for operational data

Where data cannot be independently confirmed, we flag it with a “Verify before visit” notice. Pilgrims make real travel decisions from this information, so accuracy matters.


Our Commitment

What We Don't Do

We don't sell pilgrimage packages or take commissions from temple trusts or tour operators. We do not currently display ads or use affiliate links. If that changes, commercial relationships will be clearly disclosed and kept separate from the guide content. We don't collect your email or personal data unless you choose to contact us. We exist to give pilgrims accurate, free information.


Important

Always Verify Before You Travel

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Temple timings change. Always confirm before travel.

Temple schedules and pilgrimage information may change based on temple administration updates, festivals, weather, and local authorities. Temple information is reviewed on a rolling basis. Review depth and dates vary; see our Verification Policy and correction process. For critical details, especially Kedarnath opening dates, Somnath darshan timings, and Panch Kedar seasonal closures; always confirm directly with the temple before travel.


Om Namah Shivaya. Dedicated to the devotees.