Shrinathji Temple
The
temple of shrinathji or Lord Krishna, belonging to the Vaishnav religion is
located at Nathdwara, 48 kms. north of Udaipur. As thousands of tourists and
pilgrims from all parts of the world pass the lofty mountains and serene lakes
of Udaipur, it is impossible for them to resist visiting this important pilgrim
centre.
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Jain Temple
Ranakpur
is located in the mountain ranges of Pali district, 23 kms away from the Phalna
railway station. Ranakpur is reached after passing lush green valleys and streams
and the heart capturing views drive away any fatigue of the journey. The Ranakpur
Jain temples were built during the region of the liberal and gifted monarch
Rana Kumbha in the 15th century.
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Brahma Temple
The
Brahma temple is an important pilgrim centre for the Hindus. It is nestled in
the Pushkar valley which lies beyond Nagaparvat and the Anasagar lake. This
place, full of natural beauty, holds a special place in the hearts of Indians
for it is believed that Lord Brahma, together with all the gods and goddesses,
performed a Yagya here.
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Govind Devji Temple
In
Jaipur, the Pink City, many temples are well known for their artistic beauty
but the Govind Devji temple is special. It enshrines an idol which has been
worshiped by the royal family of Jaipur ever since it was brought from Vinadavan
to Jaipur in the 18th century.
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Karnimata Temple
The
Karni Mata temple, 30 kms from Bikaner, is dedicated to an early fifteenth century
mystic who was considered to be a reincarnation of goddess Durga.
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Shri Ramdev Temple
A
wonderful pilgrim centre which symbolises national unity and communal harmony
as devotees of all religions come here to pay homage.
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Dilwara Temple
The
Jain temples at Dilwara, near Mount Abu are considered to be masterpieces of
temple architecture. The Vimalvashi temple was built by the commander Vimalshah
on the order of King Bhimdev in 1031 A.D. It took around 1,500 workers, several
years to build. There are forty eight pillars, sixteen pillars have the images
of females figures in dancing poses.
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Rishabdevji Temple
The
Rishanhdevji temple is situated in Dhulev, 64 kms from Udaipur. This temple,
on the bank of the Koyal river, holds a special significance for people of that
area.
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Prashvanath Temple
On
the road from Jodhpur to Barmer, the Nakoda Parshvanath temple is situated in
a valley surrounded by hills as high as 1,500 feet. Among the statues here,
there is an image of the Jain saint (tirthankara) Parshvanath in black stone.
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Eklingji Temple
24
kms north of Udaipur is the temple of Eklingji, the tutelary deity of the rulers
of Mewar. It is a complex of 108 temples enclosed by high walls with bathing
terraces leading down to the water.
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Shri Mahavirji Temple
This
Digember Jain piligram centre is 90 Kms by rail from sawai Madhopur on the Delhi-Mumbai
Broad gauge route. The main temple is in side in inclouser known as katla. Accourdinfg
to a legend , status of Shri Mahavirji, the 24th Jain tirthankar, was unearthed
by a cowherd a few hundred years back. The place, in due course of time, become
a pilgrim centre and attracts Jains far and wide.
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Dargah Sharif
The
dargah Sharif or the place of Where the Muslim saint KhajwaMoinudin Chishti
lie sburied, draws piligrams and devotees from all parts of the Islamic world.
But his admirers today come from all religions as the Dargah Sharif is considered
a shrine where wishes are fulfiled.
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Other Important Places
of Pilgrimage
"The
city of Bels " Jhalraptan, has with in its ancient city walls the ruins
of the Sun Temple. Many Jain Temples lay beyond it On The main Kota highway
to Chittaurgarh and Udaipur Via Bundi lie some intresting temples.
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Sanctuaries