The Jagadish Temple in Udaipur is located on the northern side of the City Palace within a proximity of 150 meters. Built in Indo-Aryan style it is the largest temple in the city. The temple construction was initiated by Maharana Jagat Singh, King of Udaipur in 1651.
The temple is slightly above the ground level and to reach the temple one has to climb 32 marble steps and top the entrance is guarded by 2 huge stone elephants.
It is a three-storied temple with marvelous architecture comprising of beautifully carved pillars, decorated ceilings. The architecture of the temple boasts of a pyramidal spire, prayer hall and a porch. The first and the second storey of the temple possess 50 pillars each.
The external walls of the temple are intricately carved with sculptures of musicians, dancers, and various animals such as elephants and horsemen.
The temple is slightly above the ground level and to reach the temple one has to climb 32 marble steps and top the entrance is guarded by 2 huge stone elephants.
It is a three-storied temple with marvelous architecture comprising of beautifully carved pillars, decorated ceilings. The architecture of the temple boasts of a pyramidal spire, prayer hall and a porch. The first and the second storey of the temple possess 50 pillars each.
The external walls of the temple are intricately carved with sculptures of musicians, dancers, and various animals such as elephants and horsemen.
In the main shrine there is a huge black stone idol of Lord Vishnu with 4 arms. This idol is carved out of single piece of black stone. At the four corners of the main shrine there are 4 smaller shrines dedicated to Lord Ganesha, Sun God, Goddess Shakti and Lord Shiva.
43 comments:
Beautiful temple!
Greetings, RW & SK
The carvings just fascinate me. I love to look at these buildings. How beautifully they use every inch! Happy Monday Mellow Yellows!
looks great :)
Absolutely marvelous and great perspective on the carvings... beautiful temple!
The intricate sculpture is astonishing.
The skills of the craftsman who created this treasure are amazing, thank you for sharing.
Wow pretty intricately done so beautiful!
Kim,USA
What an amazing temple! I can't imagine how much work has gone into making those carvings.
What a magnificent building! Must be quite breathtaking to see it in real life.
I just hate that, living five months in Jaipur last year, I never took the time to visit Udaipir. I don't think I'll have the opportunity now.
Thia temple is so splendid. I am always amazed at the intricacy & detail of the carvings.
What an awesome temple, Rajesh! And your captures are superb! I love the incredible detail!! Thanks for sharing!!
Wow those carvings!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
incredible details. super wow. i would have not stopped shooting if i were there.
The intricate carvings always amaze me.
Wow! Amazing photo shots of a gorgeous temple ~ carol ^__^
Cool architecture.
Your very fine images describe so well the marvellous temple, Rajesh! Those carvings are stunning!
That is just fantastic. The detail is just amazing.
Stunnning captures.
Amazing architecture.
I wonder how many workers were involved in that carving, it is so intricate.
I had been to this place once, Nice Clicks. Have a nice day.
Yes, very nice photos, this Jagadish Temple is gorgeous!
Wow! What intricate carvings!
Leslie
abcw team
Absolutely amazing carving on this temple. An Arkie's Musings
JUST magnificent
ROG, ABC Wednesday team
Amazing details. Looks like a place to spend a lot of time discovering things.
Calling by from ABC Wednesday, I would love to visit this magnificent temple.
I know I am constantly repeating myself, but the ancient architecture is quite amazing.
Thanks for sharing these incredible temples with us.
The carvings are so delicate, they form one large piece of lacework.
Wil, ABCW Team
What a gorgeous temple. The details are stunning.
Stunning architecture and lovely shots. Udaipur is on my list from a very long time.
wow Rajesh, so many wonderful monuments in your country, beautiful
There looks to be no part left undecorated. What a wonderful temple with its intricate carvings.
I am ;pondering on the time and dedication that went into building this temple - beautiful!
WOW, this is amazing, I would love to see it. Thanks for showing it's intricate detail.
Yet another rich architecture!
Just incredible...hard to imagine the craftsmanship and artistic talent that went into building this beautiful place.
You have captured the details of this temple so well.
Great post for MOM, nice building!
wow lovely pictures
What intricate carvings...One can only imagine the craftsmanship, dedication and patience that has gone behind these architectural marvels.
Amazing..!!!!
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