Information on Hindu Temples in Jaisalmer Rajasthan




The daily life of the Hindus of Jaisalmer, is governed by religious customs and traditions that they follow reverently. Jaisalmer can be called a city of temples for in every street, garden or palace there is a temple, an image of a god or a shrine.

Mandir Palace, the residence of the royal family has fifteen temples, nearly all of which are open to the public and worship is performed daily.



The fort has eleven ancient temples. The temple of Annapurna Devi is perhaps the oldest, dating back to the 14th century. The most important temple in the fort is the Lakshminathji ka Mandir. An ancient legend is at-tached to the idol, according to which, a cow once fell in the Jesloo Kua and when they pulled her out, along with it came an idol of Krishna. This idol was installed at the temple and has real gold ornaments, the food to the Lord is served in silver utensils and a small gold gate protects the idol. All major festivals are celebrated here. Also Visit – Jaisalmer tour packages

The Chamunda Devi Mandir in Dussehra chowk has an elegant facade. Other temples in the chowk are the Adi Narain Mandir and Ghatayali Devi Mandir. The Swangiya Devi temple in the fort is only open to the royal family.

A small exquisite Shiva temple stands in the gardens of Mool Sagar. Amar Sagar and Bada Bagh all have ancient Hindu temples. Besides these there are seven Devi temples that surround Jaisalmer and are visited by the people on specific days.

For more information on Hindu Temples in Jaisalmer Rajasthan contact Swan Tours one of the leading travel agents in India.
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