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One of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, it was attacked 17 times for its Gold...

  1. Ellora Cave Temples

  2. Somnath Temple

  3. Khajuraho Temples

  4. Sanchi Stupas
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The Somnath Temple in Gujarat is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas (sacred Shiva shrines) and was famously attacked and looted 17 times throughout history, including by Mahmud of Ghazni in 1024 CE, due to its legendary wealth. Its repeated destruction and reconstruction symbolize the resilience of Hindu devotion. Ellora and Khajuraho are cave/temple complexes, while Sanchi are Buddhist stupas.

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