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Dargah Sharif Ajmer in Rajasthan

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Post published:March 7, 2015
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Dargah Sharif' or 'Holy Dargah' is one of the most sacred Muslim shrines in the country. Venerated by both Hindus and Muslims, it is the tomb of Khwaja Moin-ud-din Chisti,…

Bhandasar Jain Temple in Bikaner Rajasthan

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Bhandasar Jain Temple, situated at Bikaner, is dedicated to the fifth tirthankar – Sumitnath. This three-storeyed structure is a classic example of Jain architecture. The pillars of the temple bear floral designs and stories that depict the lives of the 24 Jain tirthankars. It is believed that 40,000 kg of ghee was used for the construction of the temple instead of water. The temple has beautiful inlay work in gold. The walls and ceiling of the temple are adorned with paintings. Beautiful miniatures of the sentries of the gods are present on the first floor of this three-storeyed temple.

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Jaipur Temple Vrindavan in Uttar Pradesh

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The Jaipur Temple, Vrindavan is one of the many primary attractions in Vrindavan. It was erected by the Maharaja of Jaipur called Sawai Madhav, in the year 1917. It took…

Jami Masjid Mandu in Madhya Pradesh

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Jami Masjid is a huge mosque, inspired by the great mosque of Damascus. It depicts the Afghan architectural style and is situated on a high ground with a plinth and…

Nasiyan Jain Temple Ajmer Rajasthan

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Nasiyan Jain Temple, also popularly known as the Red Temple, is one of the great crowd pulling attractions existing in the city of Ajmer. This Jain temple is dedicated to the first Jain Teerthankara and a great place of reverence for the followers of the Digamber sect. Nasiyan Jain Temple is an example of architectural excellence and depicts the Jain history and culture. The double storied temple stands magnificently in a picturesque setting. There is an astonishing sculpture depicting the Universe has been placed in the first floor of the temple. The temple interior has been decorated imposingly with gold and silver plates and also with precious stones.

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