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Ossian Jain Temples in Jodhpur Rajasthan

Osian Jain Temples in Jodhpur Rajasthan is famous as home to the cluster of ruined Brahmanical and Jain temples dating from the 8th to 11th centuries. The city was a major religious centre of the kingdom of Marwar during the Pratihara dynasty. Of the 18 shrines in the group, the Surya or Sun Temple and the later Kali temple, Sachiya Mata Temple and the main Jain temple dedicated to Lord Mahavira stands out in their grace and architecture. The town was dominated by the Oswal Jains, (a merchant class) both commercially and demographically. Here the Oswal Jain built their temples of stunning quality. Along with Jain temples you will also find superb Hindu temples dedicated to various Hindu gods like Shiva, Vishnu, Surya the sun god and Harihara (the union of Vishnu with Shiva) making Osiyan a truly secular centre. In all there are 16 Hindu and Jain temples of exquisite quality. Sad to say that Osiyan’s glory is a thing of the past and today the place resembles a ghost town with most of the people having migrated to greener pastures.

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Guru Ka Taal in Agra Uttar Pradesh

Guru Ka Taal in Agra Uttar Pradesh

Guru ka Tal is a gurudwara dedicated to the ninth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. This gurudwara was built at the site where Guru Tegh Bahadur laid down his arms and surrendered to Aurangzeb, the Mughal Emperor. Built in 1610, this gurudwara featured twelve towers in the Tal, out of which only eight towers have survived. Originally, the Tal was a reservoir in the area near Sikandra and was used for irrigation purposes during the dry season. When the gurudwara was constructed at the site, the reservoir was ornamented with stone carvings.

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Jain Temple Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh

Jain Temple Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh

Jainism originated and evolved in India under the aegis of 24th Tirthankara Mahaveera, who lived in the 6th century BC and gained enlightenment after 13 years of deprivation. Jainism is quite similar to Hinduism and Buddhism and pursues the cause of non violence and peace. Jainism flourished in India mostly in Uttar Pradesh, parts of Orissa and parts of Rajasthan. Jain Temple Sarnath is one of the most well revered and holy places in Sarnath.

There are about 4 million Jains in the world now and almost all of them live in India. The Jain temples in India are well known for their beauty and exquisite carvings. The Jain temple of Dilwara and Ranakpur in Rajasthan are mind blowing in their beauty. The Jain Temple In Sarnath In India is one of the most distinguished Jain temples in the country.

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Maha Mandir Temple in Jodhpur, Rajasthan

Maha Mandir Temple in Jodhpur, Rajasthan

Rajasthan has long been one of the major tourist attractions not only in India but also in the world. The wide variety of Rajasthan Tourist Attractions has made it one of the most sought after tourist destinations. Large number of tourists from different parts of the world comes all the way to Rajasthan to enjoy its various tourist attractions. The variety in tourist attractions helps in delivering a satisfying touring experience to most of the tourists visiting Rajasthan. There are a number of places in Rajasthan that attracts a lot of tourists. Jodhpur is one such place that is embedded with various types of attractions. From desert to places with historical importance, the various tourist places of Jodhpur provide a deep insight into the culture, history and tradition of Rajasthan. The temples of Jodhpur have also gained a lot of popularity among tourists in the recent past. These temples are not mere beautiful pieces of architecture but also have a great spiritual importance. The various beliefs and customs related to these temples help to add a lot of zeal and attraction to Jodhpur tourism. Among the many temples spread across Jodhpur, the Maha Mandir is one of the most popular one among tourists. Boasting a detailed design and a great aura that will be soothing to you soul, the particular temple is a must visit during the Jodhpur tour.

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