Brief
of the Diety: |
Idols of human size, one of Lord Shiva, the other of
Parvati are installed. They are beautiful marble idols
which are meticulously dressed and decorated. Beautiful
idols of Ganesh Ji, Kartikeya Ji and Nandi, the bull are
also present. The Shiva family is venerated.
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Religious
sect to which the temple belongs: |
Here
we find a very happy combination of Shri Vallabha sect
of Vaishnavas and their other counter parts- all
conjoining in the worship.
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Architecture
of the Temple: |
Important
Architectural Characteristics: |
This is also an excellent specimen of temple building
style which was adopted when the city itself was built.
This moghal style of architecture reached its climax in
times of Maharaja Pratap Singh.
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Important
Architectural Characteristics: |
Castle
gate like high gates, elevated plinth of main edifice,
inner gate,
open chowk
and worship hall (Jagmohan) lend the temple its own
identity.
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Material
of Construction: |
Lime
mortar, Red Stone, Sand powder and Marble
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Total
Construction Time: |
It
took two years to build the temple. |
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Religious
aspects of temple: |
Devotees
belonging to Vallabha sect of Vaishnavas, other
Vaishnavas and Shaive come to the temple where unceasing
recitation of holy books and chanting of Mahamrityunjaya
mantras are believed to be more effective.
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Unique
features of the temple: |
This is a Shiva temple in which dispite the Shivalingam,
the humansize idols of Lord Shiva and Parvati along with
Ganesh, Kartikeya and Nandi are worshipped. The idols in
marble are captivating in their graceful elegance. An
additional specialty is the idol of Shri Durga seated
on a tiger. Thus Shiva and Shakti both are available for
worship.
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Festivals
& Fairs in Temple (Main Events): |
Chief
festivals are - Maha Shivaratri and Patotsava.
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Timings: |
Morning
Time: |
6.00
am to 10.30 am |
Evening
Time:
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6.00
pm to 8.15 pm |
Custom
& Traditions of Temple: |
Service
and worship to the deities are performed with adherence
to the prescribed scriptural norms. Shiva Lingam as well
the human size idols of Lord Shiva and parvati are
worshipped by the faithful in full devotion. The idols
are adorned and offered "Bhoga" which is in
keeping with Vaishnava tradition.
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Details
of Temple: |
Sanctrum:(Sanctorum) |
1 |
Verandah: |
2 |
Garbh
Grah: |
1
in center |
Rasoi: |
1 |
Vandana
(If any particular) in text: |
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Issues
requiring global attention for conservation, protection
and improvement of the temple: |
This temple can be developed as a center of tourist's
attraction
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