Pakistan has many Hindu temples that stand for religious, historical, and cultural identity

For the Hindu community in Pakistan, such temples are very crucial, as thousands of devotees visit these places every year, particularly during festival times

From ancient shrines surrounded in hills to vibrant temples, these serene pilgrimages and grand festivals enhance the bond between the devotees and god

Here are five top Hindu temples in Pakistan:

Hinglaj Mata Temple: Located in Hinglaj, on the Makran coast of Balochistan's Hingol National Park, this temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas of Hinduism and one of the most important places for Hindus in Pakistan

Ramapir Temple, Tando Allahyar: Situated in Tando Allahyar, Sindh, this temple is named after Ramdev Pir, a Hindu saint, and dates back to the era of British Raj, 1859 

Umarkot Shiv Mandir: This ancient temple in Umerkot, Sindh, is one of the oldest Hindu shrines in the province and is considered highly sacred

Churrio Jabal Durga Mata Temple: Dedicated to Goddess Durga; the idol symbolising good's triumph over evil - on the top of Churrio Hill, Nangarparkar, Tharparkar District, thousands of Hindu pilgrims visit every year, mainly on Shivratri

Rama Temple, Saidpur: This is believed to be 16th century in origin and is known as the Ram Kund Temple. According to the locals, Rama and his family stayed here in their exile and people have been coming here since centuries