Saturday, December 20, 2008

Temples In Jodhpur

Achal Nath Shivalaya Jodhpur
Achal Nath Shivalaya was constructed by Nanak Devi, queen of Rao Ganga. The construction was completed on 21st May 1531.

A famous Shiv temple in Jodhpur is the Achal Nath Shivalaya. Nanak Devi, the queen of Rao Ganga, constructed Achal Nath Shivalaya temple of Jodhpur, Rajasthan. The construction of the temple got completed on 21st May 1531. There is a large water reservoir called Bawari in the temple, which was made near the Shivlinga. It is known as Ganga Bawari.

Baba Ramdeo Temple Jodhpur
Baba Ramdeo Temple of Jodhpur, Rajasthan is situated on the route between the Jalori Gate and the Nagori Gate in Jodhpur, India. It is also known as the Adhar Shila Temple and stands on top of a sandstone hill.

Baba Ramdeo was a local hero who lived in the middle ages and is worshipped with equal fervor by Hindus and Muslims alike in Rajasthan, India. The Baba Ramdeo Temple is a must visit during your Jodhpur tours with Rajasthan Holiday.

Located midway between the Nagori Gate and Jalori Gate the Baba Ramdeo Temple is a sacred temple that is also known as the Adhar Shila Temple.

Trek up a steep sandstone track to reach this ancient temple with an intriguing stone inscription just outside its door that warns the visitor to enter at his own risk.

According to local belief Baba Ramdeo was born in a Rajput family and took to a life of sainthood, as he did not believe in the concept of 'Rajput inapproachability' and preached oneness and co-existence amongst all human beings.

Baba Ramdeo is said to have had a dear horse who stayed with its master all his life. In fact there are several tales about the devotion of this animal towards its master.

Chamunda Mataji Temple Jodhpur

The Chamunda Mataji Temple in Jodhpur, Rajasthan is situated in the southern end of the Mehrangarh Fort. Chamunda Mataji was the favorite goddess of Rao Jodha.

The Chamunda Mataji Temple in Jodhpur, Rajasthan is situated in the southern end of the Mehrangarh Fort. Chamunda Mataji was the favorite goddess of Rao Jodha. In 1460, he brought her idol from the old capital of Mandore in 1460. Then, it was installed in the Mehrangarh Fort. Till date, the goddess remains the Isht Devi (the adopted goddess) of Maharajas and the Royal Family.

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