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Temples In Jaipur.

Apr 1st, 2008 03:03
john smith, http://www.jaipurtourismguide.com/

Shila Devi Temple :
Shila Devi is famous idol of Durga. Her temple is located in Amber fort.
The idol was brought by Raja Man Singh I of Amber from Jessore, now in
Bangladesh. On the sixth day of winter Navratris, special prayers are
offered to this goddess. Lakhs of people from Jaipur and surrounding
areas come here to pay offerings to Shila Devi.
Galtaji : 
Galtaji is a holy pilgrimage of India, located 10 kms away from Jaipur
in Rajasthan. The vast complex of Galta Ji has several temples in it.
The Temple of Galtaji is famous for its natural water springs. Set
amidst the beautiful landscape, Galtaji Temple offers a picturesque view
of the city.
Birla Temple : 
Birla Temple, JaipurBirla Temple forms one of the major attractions of
Jaipur. Birla Temple of Jaipur looks stunning, when it is brightly lit
in the night. Birla Mandir, in pure white marble, dominates the skyline
of southern part of Jaipur. The enormous temple was built during the
year 1988, by Birla Group of Industries, one of the business tycoons of
India. The Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Narayan), the preserver
and his consort Lakshmi, the Goddess of wealth. Due to this reason,
Birla Temple is also known as Laxmi Narayan Temple.
Govind Dev Ji Temple : 
Govind Dev Ji Temple is one amongst the major tourist attractions of
Jaipur. The Temple represents the royal past of Jaipur. The Temple is
dedicated to Govind Dev Ji (Other name of Lord Krishna). Govind Devji
Temple of Jaipur is situated in the City Palace complex, between the
Chandra Mahal and Badal Mahal.
Moti Dungri : 
Moti Dungri is a small hill, centrally located in the city of Jaipur.
The term Moti Dungri means Hill of Pearls or Pearl Hill. The hill is
occupied by a palace and a temple. The temple of Moti Doongri is
dedicated to Lord Ganesha. This ancient temple serves as a tourist
attraction for the scenic view it offers.
Jagat Shiromani Temple :
 The beautifully carved Jagat Shiromani Temple houses the idol of Lord
Krishna and is popularly associated with the celebrated saint-poetess
Mira Bai. The old temple of Narsinghji and a step well Panna
Main-ki-Baodi, which still bears witness to its past glory are also
located in the vicinity.
The Kalki Temple : 
The only one dedicated to the incarnation of God not yet born, Raja
Sawai Jai Singh, the founder of Jaipur built this temple in 1727. Hindu
mythology prophesizes the birth of the tenth incarnation of Lord Vishnu,
who will come riding a white horse with a shining sword in his hand as
Lord Kalki to deliver the mankind from the prevailing chaos and
confusion of Kal Yug. A keen student of Vedic texts, Jai Singh built the
Kalki temple right opposite the eastern entrance to the City Palace.
Jain Temple : 
The exquisite jain temple on the Agra road has some of the most
beautiful 19th century paintings in Jaipur style on its walls. 
Raj Rajeshwar Temple :
Raj Rajeshwar Temple built in Samvat 1921 during the reign of Maharaja
Ram Singh II, Raj Rajeshwar Temple is located in the premises of the
City Palace in Jaipur. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the architecture of this
temple resembles a Haveli.
Garh Ganesh :
Garh Ganesh or the fort of Ganesh (the God of Wisdom) is reached from
the Gethor by a paved and winding ascent and also by a series of steps
of abnormal height made in the body of fortification outside the gate.
Abhaneri Temple :
Abhaneri is a small town village, situated at a distance of 95 km from
Jaipur, on Jaipur-Agra road. The place is popular for the amazing
'Baoris' (step wells) and Harshat Mata Temple. The village of Abhaneri
is believed to be established by the King Raja Chand. Originally
Abhaneri was named as Abha Nagri, which means the city of brightness,
but due to mispronunciation of the term, it is changed to the present name.
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