Udai Mandir is a huge temple which shows the architectural beauty of Rajasthani art and culture. Its has the well carved sandstone upper part of the entrance gate. Even the temple stands over a large platform with the support of 102 pillars. Udai Mandir is beautiful from inside too. Its walls has paintings depicting 84 […]
Rajasthan
Rajasthan, a land of diverse cultures and traditions, is home to some of the most magnificent temples in India. These temples, with their intricate carvings, magnificent architecture, and rich history, showcase the religious diversity and spiritual significance of the state. From ancient temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu to Jain temples that date back to the 12th century, Rajasthan has a plethora of temples that attract tourists and devotees from across the world.
One of the most famous temples in Rajasthan is the Dilwara Jain Temple in Mount Abu, which is renowned for its intricate marble carvings and stunning architecture. Another must-visit temple is the Brahma Temple in Pushkar, which is one of the few temples dedicated to Lord Brahma in the world. The Karni Mata Temple in Bikaner, also known as the Temple of Rats, is another unique attraction in Rajasthan. The temple is home to over 20,000 rats, which are considered sacred by the devotees.
Apart from these famous temples, Rajasthan is also home to a number of lesser-known but equally beautiful temples, such as the Eklingji Temple in Udaipur and the Mehandipur Balaji Temple in Dausa. These temples offer a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Rajasthan and are a must-visit for anyone interested in spirituality and religion.
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Tanot Mata Temple, Jaisalmer
Tanot Mata Temple or Mateshwari Tanot Rai Mandir is the same temple you have seen many times in the Bollywood ‘Border’ movie. Tanot Mata temple remained untouched despite the heavy shelling by Pakistan during Indo-Pak war of 1971. The temple is located very close to India – Pakistan Border and tourist are not allowed to go […]
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Surya Narayana Temple, Pali
Surya Narayana Temple is the beautiful Lord Sun temple which is known for its unique and marvelous architectural design. This Sun temple attracts many devotees and tourists. Surya Narayana was constructed in the 15th century AD. There is a tower over the altar of the temple which has numerous projections of circular plan. Smaller protruding […]
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Surpur Temple, Dungarpur
Surpur Temple is just 3 km from Dungarpur and located on the banks of the Gangdi River. While visiting tourists can also see other attractions including Bhulbhulaiya, Madhavrai Temple, several inscriptions, and Hathiyon Ki Agad near the temple. Artistic architecture of the Surpur temple is exemplary and shows the historic images of Dungarpur. These marvelous […]
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Somnath Temple, Pali
Somnath Temple is a famous Lord Shiva temple in the Pali city. Temple shrine was constructed by the King of Gujarat Kumarpal Solanki in the Vikram Samvat 1209. Located in the main market of Pali, Somnath mandir has marvelous shilp art. Known for its rich history, Somnath temple has intricate carvings on the Shikar and […]
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Shrinathji Temple, Nathdwara
The Shrinathji Temple is situated on the bank of the Banas river in the Nathwada region of Rajasthan, at a distance of 48 kms in the north- east of Udaipur. Shrinathji temple was built in the 17th century and is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Shrinathji Temple is also known as ‘Haveli of Shrinathji’ and makes a prominent pilgrimage […]
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Shri Nakoda Parshawnath Jain Temple, Barmer
Shree Nakoda ji or Parshwanath Temple of Nakoda is one of the important pilgrimage sites of the Jains. This Jain temple is situated on a beautiful hill of around 1500 feet about 13 km from Balotara Railway station and 1 km from Mewad city. There are many statues in this temple while the statue of the Jain saint (tirthankara) […]
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Shri Gushmeshwar Jyotirlinga, Ranthambhore
Gushmeshwar Temple is one of the most sacred temples of Rajasthan as well as one of the most religiously important places of Hindu Mythology. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and considered as one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Shiva. This temple of Rajasthan is also mentioned in the ‘Shiva Purana’ which is one of the […]
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Shri Digamber Jain Temple, Jaipur
Shri Digamber Jain Temple Sanganer in Jaipur is one of the teerth of the Jain community in India. It is located 14 km south of Jaipur city. Lord Adinath (Rishabh Dev), is the principal deity of this temple. Lord Adinath was the first tirthankar of Jain’s supposed to be 4000 years old. Digamber Jain Temple of […]
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Shree Pavapuri Jain Temple, Kishangarh
Shree Pavapuri Jain Temple is build by K. P. Sanghavi Trust in 1998. Shree Pavapuri temple is situated in Sirohi district of Rajasthan. It is famous as a Jain Tirth (Temple complex) and Jeev Raksha Kendra (Animal Welfare Center). Shree Pavapuri temple derived its name from the Pavada Agriculture well that exists there. Architecture Legend / Local […]