Ghateshwar Mahadev Temple, Baroli Group of Temples, Baroli Village, Rawatbhata, Chittorgarh District, Rajasthan

The Baroli group of Temples, one of the earliest temple complexes in Rajasthan has received much admiration from historians, artisans, architects and archaeologists for its sublime beauty and elegance. Since its discovery during the British Raj, this temple complex has been researched in detail, photographed and written about in many publications. The oldest, largest... Continue Reading →

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Sringar Chauri, Baroli Group of Temples, Baroli Village, Rawatbhata, Chittorgarh District, Rajasthan

Sringar Chauri, an elegant ranga mandapa is the last structure built in the Badoli group of Temples. Deemed to be the finest of its time, this late 10th century edifice is largely accepted to be an extension to the famous Ghateshwara Temple. This pillared hall on plan has a square space in the middle with... Continue Reading →

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Trimurti Temple, Baroli Group of Temples, Baroli Village, Rawatbhata, Chittorgarh District, Rajasthan

The Trimurti Temple (also known as the Sadashiva Temple or Maheshwara Temple or Trimurti Shiva Temple) in the Baroli group of Temples is perhaps one of the most underrated temples of its time. Listed as Temple No. 4 by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), this 10th century temple is a fine example of the... Continue Reading →

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Sheshashayan Temple, Baroli Group of Temples, Baroli Village, Rawatbhata, Chittorgarh District, Rajasthan

The Seshashayan Temple listed as Temple No. 2 in the Baroli group of Temples by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is a 10th century edifice of the Gurjara – Pratiharas. This temple stands near the Shiv Temple built in the middle of the ancient kund. The original temple in plan had an ardha mandapa,... Continue Reading →

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Shiv Temple and Kund, Baroli Group of Temples, Baroli Village, Rawatbhata, Chittorgarh District, Rajasthan

Listed as Temple No. 3 in the Baroli group of Temples by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), the 10th century Shiv Temple seated in the middle of an ancient kund is an outstanding example of artistic excellence, architectural mastery and unique sculptural art. This temple built by the Gurjara – Pratiharas in the typical Nagara... Continue Reading →

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Ganesha Temple, Baroli Group of Temples, Baroli Village, Rawatbhata, Chittorgarh District, Rajasthan

The Ganesha Temple listed as Temple No. 8 in the Baroli group of Temples by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is a stunning 10th century edifice. This temple built by the Gurjara – Pratiharas in the typical Nagara style of architecture is a fine example of understated elegance and exquisite craftsmanship. This south... Continue Reading →

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Ashtamata Temple, Baroli Group of Temples, Baroli Village, Rawatbhata, Chittorgarh District, Rajasthan

One of the most beautiful temples in the Baroli group of Temples is the 10th century Ashtamata Temple. This temple built by the Gurjara - Pratiharas in the typical Nagara style of architecture is an outstanding example of subtle elegance combined with exquisite craftsmanship. The temple also known as Mahishasura Mardini Temple faces east... Continue Reading →

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Vamanavatar Temple, Baroli Group of Temples, Baroli Village, Rawatbhata, Chittorgarh District, Rajasthan

The Baroli group of Temples located in the sleepy village of Baroli is an excellent example of 10th century temple architecture. Built by the Gurjara - Pratiharas in the typical Nagara style, this temple complex is one of the earliest of its kind comprising of nine temples built as per the tenets of the Shilpa... Continue Reading →

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Shiva Temple, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Rajsamand District, Rajasthan

The magnificent Kumbhalgarh Fort is dotted with stunning temples dating back to the 8th century. Though most of these temples are in ruins today, they still manage to exude quietude, charm and elegance. One such temple is the ancient Shiva Temple located to the east of the Golera group of temples that has now... Continue Reading →

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Vedi Temple, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Rajsamand District, Rajasthan

Maharana Kumbha is considered to be one of the finest architects of the 15th century and highly proficient in Sanskrit, ancient Hindu literature, scriptures and treatises particularly the Shilpa Shastra. Every edifice commissioned by him has proved to be an excellent example to understand the science of Hindu philosophy and tenets of Shilpa Shastra. ... Continue Reading →

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Surya Mandir, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Rajsamand District, Rajasthan

Surya Mandir, listed as Suraj Devri by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is a 15th century (1433 - 1468 CE) temple built by Maharana Kumbha. Located near the western part of the fort enclosure, the temple sits majestically atop a hillock offering a panoramic view of the fort and its surroundings. This west... Continue Reading →

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Charbhuja Temple, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Rajsamand District, Rajasthan

Charbhuja Temple located to the right of the famed Ganesh Temple at Ram Pol exudes quietude and simplicity. This temple was built between 1443 - 1468 CE by the exemplary Maharana Kumbha. The temple is built on a steep slope and has its own enclosure with an entrance on the east. The temple sits... Continue Reading →

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Ganesh Temple, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Rajsamand District, Rajasthan

One of the earliest temples of the Kumbhalgarh Fort complex is the Ganesha Temple located near the famed Ram Pol. This temple is yet another magnificent edifice built by the master builder Maharana Kumbha between 1443 – 1468 CE. The temple stands majestically on a raised platform built according to the topography and is... Continue Reading →

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Kheda Devi Temple, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Rajsamand District, Rajasthan

Kumbhalgarh Fort, a magnificent edifice constructed under the visionary leadership of Maharana Kumbha is dotted with stunning temples dating back to the late 8th century. The fort was built on an existing fortified structure of the early 8th century. Though the final shape and layout of this architectural, structural and engineering marvel was achieved... Continue Reading →

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Mamadeo Temple, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Rajsamand District, Rajasthan

Kumbhalgarh Fort, a wonderous architectural and structural feat is dotted with stunning temples of different periods. This fort conceived by the master builder, Maharana Kumbha was built over an existing fortified structure of perhaps the early 8th century. Maharana Kumbha is deemed to be one of the finest architects of the 15th century and... Continue Reading →

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Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Rajsamand District, Rajasthan

Maharana Kumbha is considered to be one of the finest architects of the 15th century with a deep understanding of ancient Hindu philosophy and treatises particularly the Shilpa Shastra. Known to be a master builder way ahead of his time, Maharana Kumbha has built spectacular edifices that will leave you awestruck. One such masterpiece... Continue Reading →

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Vastaneshwar Mahadev Temple, Isra Village, Pindwara Tehsil, Sirohi District, Rajasthan

The sacred city of Sirohi known earlier as Devnagari (Devanagari) is a treasure trove for geologists, archaeologists, architects, historians, theoretical linguistics and philologists. This district has several structures of great antiquity dating back to the Vedic Period of immense spiritual and religious significance. One such temple is the Vastaneshwar Mahadev Temple located in the... Continue Reading →

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Madhusudhan Temple, Mungthala Village, Sirohi District, Rajasthan

Madhusudhan Temple on Abu Road in Mungthala is a lesser - known ancient temple of immense spiritual and religious significance. It is however unclear when the temple was built and by whom but the weathering of the stones, layout of the temple and some carvings and panels suggests that this temple is of great antiquity.... Continue Reading →

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Sarneshwar Mahadev Temple, Sirohi, Rajasthan

Sarneshwar Mahadev Temple located on the western slope of the Siranwa Hills in the midst of stunning natural beauty is a magnificent edifice of the mighty Paramaras. Legend has it that Maharajadhiraja Vikramaditya of Ujjain had darshan of this ancient Shiva Linga and spent time in tapas (penance and austerities) here. The original temple is said... Continue Reading →

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Phool Bawadi, Chhoti Khatu, Nagaur District, Rajasthan

Rajasthan is dotted with innumerable stepwells that offer a glimpse into the religious and social practices, cultural traditions and customs and art and architecture of that period. Though a fair number of these have either fallen into a state of disrepair or disuse, there is a spirited movement across the state by several heritage enthusiasts... Continue Reading →

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Vijay Stambha, Chittorgarh Fort, Chittorgarh, Rajasthan

Vijay Stambha is a glorious edifice built by Maharana Kumbha to commemorate his victories against the Muslim barbarian, Mahmud Khilji in the Battle of Sarangpur in 1437, the Battle of Mandavgad in 1440, the Battle of Mandalgarh in 1442 and the Battle of Banas in 1446. Mahmud Khilji faced the ignominy of defeat in the... Continue Reading →

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History of the Prachin Shiv Mandir at Agra – Part II (The Myth of the Taj Mahal)

Since the ancient times, it has been the practice of Hindu kings to assiduously follow the tenets as laid down in the Shilpa Shastra while building forts, palaces, mansions, temples and dharmashalas. Traditionally, these grand structures were built along river banks, seashores or lakes to observe the obligatory rites and rituals of the Hindu scriptures. ... Continue Reading →

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History of the Prachin Shiv Mandir at Agra – Part I (The Myth of the Taj Mahal)

Lazy and uninformed "historians" of Indian (commissioned by the British Raj) and British origin have done an outstanding job for over three centuries to whitewash our glorious Hindu heritage and relegate the contributions of our valorous Hindu kings to obscurity. A concerted effort to prevent one from learning about Hinduism, the oldest civilization in the... Continue Reading →

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History of Banaras – Part VII (Conclusion)

अयोध्या मथुरा माया काशी काञ्ची अवन्तिका । पुरी द्वारावती चैव सप्तैते मोक्षदायकाः॥ Kashi, a name that evokes a multitude of emotions ranging from bliss, joy, ecstasy, love and relief is the city that promises liberation. Since the dawn of time, Kashi has been considered to be the centre of learning, knowledge, wisdom and Advaita. Sages,... Continue Reading →

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