Brief
of the Diety: |
Shri
Ganga Maharaj, the divine river Ganga personified as a
Goddess titting on the back of the crocodile. The statue
is made of marble and Ganga Maharani is sitting on the
crocodile. On one side stands a 4 feet high statue of
king Bhagiratha with his hands folded. The statue is
very impressive. Shri Ganga Maharani is worshiped as a
Goddess.
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Religious
sect to which the temple belongs: |
Hindu
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Architecture
of the Temple: |
Important
Architectural Characteristics: |
This
two storeyed temple is a happy mix of various tiles of
architecture and a rare one from the architectural point
of view. Artistic carving work has been done on pillars
and temple panels. On the main gate on one side is a
statue of Lord Krishna holding the Giri Raj Mountain in
his hand while on the other side are Shiva Parvati and
Laxmi Narayanji.
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Material
of Construction: |
The
construction material i.e., the stone was procured from
Bansi Pahadpur of Bharatpur District.
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Total
Construction Time: |
90
years |
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Religious
aspects of temple: |
This
temple is a center of faith for all Hindus and it has a
historical heritage having beauty of architecture
sculpture, carving, engraving, mosaic work, geometrical
perfections. People regard the temple as a symbol of
holiness and purification because the Ganga occupies a
great place in the minds of Hindus as a sacred Devine river.
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Unique
features of the temple: |
While
the architecture is unique the Bansi Pahadpur stone of
almond color is also a matchless thing. The Gong of the
temple is of so great a resonance that it can be heard
from distance.
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Festivals
& Fairs in Temple (Main Events): |
All
Hindu festivals are celebrated but there is a special
celebration of Gangashaptami and Ganga Dussera.
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Timings: |
Morning
Time: |
5.00
am |
Evening
Time:
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10.00
pm |
Custom
& Traditions of Temple: |
All
hindu customs and traditions are followed. Bhajans,
Keertan, Bhandara etc. are organized from time to time.
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Details
of Temple: |
Sanctrum: |
1 |
Sanctorum: |
1 |
Verandah: |
1 |
Garbh
Grah: |
1 |
Rasoi: |
1 |
Others: |
Sanctum
Sanctorum is 626 Sq ft. whereas the hall covers 5169 Sq
ft. |
Vandana
(If any particular) in text: |
Issues
requiring global attention for conservation, protection
and improvement of the temple: |
This
temple should be preserved as heritage temple.
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