Religious
temple
Adhar Shila Ramdeo ::
The most amazing of all Baba Ramdeo temples in Rajasthan
is the Adhar Shila Ramdeo in Jodhpur. Locate on the
way from Nagori Gate to Jalori Gate, this temple has
a warning written outside 'Enter the temple at your
own risk'. Made on a steep rocky hill, this temple is
a expression of trust & devotion
Achal Nath Shivalaya :
Achal Nath Shivalaya was constructed by Nanak Devi,
queen of Rao Ganga. The construction was completed on
21st May 1531. A large water reservoir called Bawari
was made near the Shivlinga which is known as Ganga
Bawari. The Garbh Griha, Mandap and Kirtan Bhawan of
the temple are made of carved Chhitar stone
Shanishchar Ji ka Than : :
On the road from Jalori Gate to Siwanchi Gate, before
Umaid Hospital is the famous Shanishchar ji temple which
attracts thousands of people of Saturdays. To avoid
the anger of Shanishchar, son of Surya, people offer
oil, sweet, money and light an oil lamp.
Ganesh Temple :
The area which is called Ratanada was named after a
dog called Rata. About 150 years ago a teacher Radidas
in a place called Gorunda saw a statue of Vinayakji
in the hills of Ratanada. The stateue was eight feet
high and five feet wide.
Raj Ranchhodji Temple :
It was made by queen Jadechi Rajkanwar after the death
of the husband king Jaswant Singh. Major Part of the
temple is made of red sandstone, carved with beautiful
filigiri work. The heart of the temple has the statue
of Ranchhodji made of black marble.It has green, yellow
and blue glassess fixed on its main door
Mahamandir :
Man Singh was respectfully brought to jodhpur and crowned
as the ruler, by the military commander of Jodhpur Indra
Raj Singhvi to show respect towards aayas Deonath, Later
the city area developed around it also came to be known
as Mahamandir
Asik Bihari Temple :
Located of Udai Mandir road, Rasik Bihari temple is
known more as Niniji temple.The Sabha Mandaps or Meeting
halls are made on red sandstone pillars. The Garbh Grihai
issurrounded by a gallery (Parikrama), made of white
stone. The temple has statues of Shiv Panchayatan and
Sun on seven Horses.The meeting hall (Sabha Mandap)
of the temple, devoted to Rasik Bihari, Lord Krishna
and Goddess Radha, has statues of Lord Vishnu, Garuda
and Hanumanji on both sides of its doors. On one part
of the main door Adi Vinayak Ganeshji can be seen. Now
this temple has been taken over by the Archaeological
Survey of India.
Siddnath:
Siddhnath Shiv temple is located between Takhat Sagar
hills. On the unprepared road going from the right of
filter house on Jodhpur, Chopasani Road, on crossing
the stairs made by cutting rocks, one can reach Siddhnath
temple. Many years ago it was an absolutely deserted
place. And because of that only a hermit Veetragi Narain
Swami started staying here. He was a highly worshipped
and respected saint, known in the nearby areas. Once
a handicapped saint named Gaurishanker. Later he was
known as Nepali Baba. He had only four fingers in each
of his hand and foot.made a big temple by cutting stones,
which is now known as Siddhnath
Udai Mandir :
Its a great building from architectural point of view.
The upper part of the gate is made of carved sandstone.
On a huge platform, the main temple is constructed,
supported by 102 pillars. The interiors are full of
beautiful wall paintings with 84 yogasanas and pictures
of Nath yogis made with gold. The upper portion of the
Garbh Griha is covered with cloth and has a railing
of sandalwood. This wood has very fine carving. The
gold pots inside and the gold polishing still compete
with the latest works in shine and quality. The grand
door of the main temple is made up of carved sandal
wood.
Ghanshyamji Temple
In Juni Mandi, there is Ghan Shyamji temple, located
near the Gang Shyam Ji temple. Having large domes, this
temple is made of red sandstone. A foundation stone
in the temple give the year as 1718. Nowadays this temple
is used for Pagdi and Uthala after somebody's death.
Mandal Nath :
It is said that Mandalya Rishi Prayed in these hills.
One day he saw a Shiv ling and started worshipping it.
Later it came to be known as Mandal Nath.
Kharanana Devi Temple :
Kharnana Devi is mentioned in the 33rd chapter of Shrimal
Mahatmaya in Skand Purana. In a holy place called Sarkup
in Shrimal (Bhinmal) stayed Kharnana Devi who had a
donkey's head.
Badli Behron :
Located at Bali village, 13 kms. from Jodhpur, Badli
Behron temple is at least 700 years old. Made by Sihaji,
who brought Rathores from Kannauj to Marwar, this temple
is situated under a big tree.
Rameshwar Mahadev :
The Rameshwar Shivalaya near Surajkund outside Chandpole
is considered to be a Siddh peeth. It is said that the
Shivling here is Jyotirmay Ling, which was brought and
established here by a saint in 1250
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