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Ossian Temple
Ossian
is located at the edge of the Thar Desert, 65 kms north west of Jodhpur. Though
Ossian does not figure in the regular tourist guides of India, yet this once
prosperous city, boasts of more than 100 Hindu and Jain temples dating back
to the Medieval age. Legend has it that the town was founded by Utpaladeva,
a Rajput prince of the Pratihara Dynasty. It was then known as Ukesha or Upkeshapur.
The temples here are among the earliest of all medieval temples of Rajasthan.
Ruins of several temples dot the present day Ossian. The earlier temples are
almost like miniature shrines, some only eight feet in height. Among these
intricately carved red sandstone edifices, three are dedicated to Harihara-
or the union of Vishnu and Shiva. Profusely carved from their raising plinths,
pillars and right upto the very pinnacle of the spires, these temples are
considered architectural masterpieces even by foreign scholars such as Percy
Brown, James Burgess and Herman Goetz.
Among the oldest group of temples stands the Sun Temple, which was built
in 10th century. They are often compared to the carvings of the Sun Temple
of Konark. According to records , right in the middle of the town stood another
magnificent Sun temple. This, and a score other beautiful shrines were subsequently
destroyed during the Turkish and Afghan invasions of India. Out of the more
than 100 temples this town once had, barely 16 stand today. Even these have
been ravaged by time.
Although majority of the temples at Ossian have decayed with time and have
even lost images of their deities- the one temple that remains vibrant is
the shrine of Sachiyamata on a nearby hillock. Built in 1234 AD, this temple
was dedicated to Durga or Mahisasura Mardini. Today it has become a very important
shrine for Jains.
General Information
Origin
Early Medieval Age (10th Centurary).
Location
65 km Northwest Of Jodhpur, Rajasthan.
Formerly Known As
Ukesha or Upkeshapur.
Birla Mandir
City - Jaipur
State - Rajasthan 
Year of Construction - 20th Century
Constructed By - Birla Family
Type of Construction - Modern
Dedicated To Goddess - Saraswathi
Religion - Hinduism
About Temple
Birla Mandir or the Lakshmi - Narayan Temple, situated just below the Mooti
Doongari, which is a replica of a Scottish castle, is one of the most revered
Hindu temples, dedicated to Shri Lakshmi-Narayan.
Built on raised ground, it is surrounded by large lush green gardens. The temple
has been constructed in white marble and has three domes, each portraying the
different approaches to religion.
Famous For The Birla Mandir presents a colorful spectacular sight when illuminated
at night.
Ajmer Sharief
Ajmer
State - Rajasthan
Year of Construction - Commenced in the year 1912 AD and was completed in 1915
AD
Constructed By - Emperor Akbar
Type of Construction - Ancient
Other Deities - Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti
Religion - Islam
Festival - Anniversary of the saint's death (Urs festivel)
Accesibility - The nearest airport is at Jaipur (130 km)The nearest airport
to Ajmer is at Jaipur. Ajmer is also connected to Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Ahmedabad,
Udaipur, Abu Road and Jodhpur by regular trains.
About Temple
This is the faith at Ajmer Sharif. Amir Khusrau, the great Persian poet beautifully
portrays his devotion while playing an enthralling crossword with his words.
He quotes that surmah or kohl powder cannot embellish one's eyes, but my Lord,
the dust of your doorstep has the efficacy to garnish, even a nescient soul.
Ajmer's closest association is with the Dargah Sharif, the catacomb of the
eminent Sufi saint Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, whose disciples included
the Mughal emperors and who would claim cliques of all creed from every corner
of the country. The favored Sufi capital is in the shadow of the Aravallis
in central Rajasthan, around 3 hours drive from Jaipur, the capital city.
The unbiased ambiance of the Dargah, which calls devotees from every caste,
creed and sect, actually rejuvenates one's spirit and fills one's heart with
eternal bliss. Since the 13th century, this shrine, richly adorned with silver
and gold ornamentation, has enjoyed a huge following and the Urs, or death
anniversary, of the saint is observed with huge fanfare.
Govind Devji Temple
Jaipur
State - Rajasthan 
Location - West India
Type of Construction - Ancient
Type of Building - Temple
Dedicated To - Lord Krishna
Other Deities - Goddess radha
Religion - Hinduism
About Temple
A vital part of the city Palace complex, this Krishna temple has been highly
preserved by the erstwhile royal family. Sawai Jai Singh installed the image
of GOVIND DEV JI(an incarnation of lord Krishna) after it was brought from
Vrindavan. Housed within the sanctum of this spire less temple, the patron
deity of the royal family is very religiously worshipped by most of the Hindus
in the city and near by areas. The image is unveiled seven times daily for
'AARTIES' and BHOGS offered in the silver wares, consisting of sweets mostly.
The idols of RADHA KRISHNA are dressed in different styles each time for the
'AARTI' procession where thousands of followers or 'Bhakt' gather around the
courtyard for the Darshan (a look connecting them with the divine).
Festival - Krishna Janmashtmi
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