7 Must Visit Temples for Religious People in Jodhpur The historic city of Jodhpur is known for its culture, its architectural marvels, and essence of its past. The magnificent temples of Jodhpur seem to have absorbed all these elements into themselves. The sands of Jodhpur hold some of the religiously significant Hindu shines in its landscape. These temples are visited by a large number of devotees and tourists, as they add a spiritual importance to their trip. Travellers can relax at the hotels in Jodhpur near railway station while they visit the city. Baba Ramdeo Temple Dedicated to Baba Ramdev, a descendant of the Rajput family; the temple is located on top of the sandstone Massuria hill. It lies between the Jalori Gate and Nagori gate. Locally known as the ‘Adhar Shila‘ temple, it has numerous legends
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devotees are influenced by Baba Ramdev’s inclination to sainthood and concepts of oneness and coexistence. Chamunda Mata mandir Situated
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Mehrangarh Fort’s enclosure, the temple is devoted to the ‘Ishtdevi’ of the royal family of Jodhpur, Chamunda Devi. Sources suggest that the idol of the goddess was brought by the founder ruler of Jodhpur, Rao Jodha in 1460.
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Chamundadevi is an incarnation of Goddess Durga, and thus during the occasions of Navratra, the temple receives enormous crowd of devotees. Nearby the temple are some 5-star family resorts Jodhpur for devotees to relax.
Kunj Bihari This old temple of 1847, is devoted to a great god of Hindu religion – Lord Krishna, also known as Thakur Kunj Bihari. The Kunj Bihari temple is located near Ghanta Ghar market and visited by a large number of devotees on a regular basis. The structure of the temple exhibits fascinating work of architecture and is extensively praised for its beauty and artistic craftsmanship. Achal Nath Shivalaya Temple The Achal Nath Temple of Jodhpur is one of the most significant Hindu shrines in the location. Devoted to the mighty Lord Shiva, the temple was built by Nanak Devi, queen of the great Rajput ruler Rao Ganga. The temple’s existence dates as far as 1513. Within the premises of the temple are GarbhaGriha, Mandap Bhawan and Kirtan Bhawan which are gloriously carved from Chittar stones. Visitors could find comfort at the five star hotels in Jodhpur close to the temple. Ganesh Temple Established in the hills of Ratanada is a majestic 150 years old temple devoted to Lord Ganesh. The elephant god bears a great religious significance to Hindus. According to a legend, a teacher discovered the temple’s 8-feet tall statue of Vinayak, and the temple was built around it.
Being a significant Vinayak temple of the region, it receives groups of devotees on a daily basis. Udai Mandir A gigantic temple dedicated to the yogis, the Udai temple is a magnificent structure supported by 102 pillars standing on a raised platform. With gracious carving and paintings depicting yoga asanas and images of Nath Yogis, the temple has a fascinating entrance door made out of sandalwood. Its architecture not only attracts devotees but also crowds of tourists. Rasik Bihari Temple A shrine dedicated to Lord Krishna, Rasik Bihari temple is Naini Bai’s contribution to Jodhpur’s collection of shrines. The temple complex is constructed of white stone while its surrounding ‘Sabha Mandaps’ made of red sandstones columns. Within the temple is a marble statue of Nandi from 1885, and idols of Lord Krishna, Goddess Radha, and Lord Vishnu. Jodhpur receives a large number of religious devotees visiting these temples throughout the year. Travellers coming here could relax at the luxury spas in Jodhpur or seek comfort at some of the best hotels in Jodhpur India before visiting these temples to offer their prayers.