Curious Facts and Photos That Will Make India the Next Destination on Your Bucket List

The Padmanabhaswamy Temple is most known for being the richest Hindu temple in the world. Not only that, but it still ranks as the richest place of worship to ever exist, period. The ornate gold building was made in the 8th century in honor and dedication to Lord Vishnu. 

In 2011, the secret compartments inside the temple were opened. Hundreds of millions of dollars worth of gems, gold, and silver were discovered. It was the largest collection of gold items and precious jewels ever recorded. The full details of the inventory list weren’t revealed, but we imagine the gold throne is worth a lot.