Temples In India

Rajasthan Sanwaliaji Temple

Location	Mandaphia, Rajasthan, India
Built by
Also known as
Primary deity	Lord Krishna
Important Festivals
Attraction

The Sanwaliaji Temple is a famous Hindu temple which is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Located on Chittorgarh – Udaipur Highway in the town of Mandaphia, this temple is acknowledged as second to the temple located in Nathdwara which has principal deity of Lord Shrinathji.

This temple is named after Sanwaria Seth who was well known for his chamatkar. It is said that he is taken as a partner in the business owing to its successful venture while the profit that is gained is shared with this deity.

History

The history of this temple dates back to 250 years back.

In the year 1840, the famous name Gujjar milkman Kivdntion Bholram from Badsodha saw a strange dream of discovering 3 idols of Lord Krishna if he dug the ground. While he was digging the ground, he found these 3 idols which resembled the ones that he saw in his dreams. These idols looked very pleasant while are now placed in the temple. The idols are of Lord Krishna playing the flute. Of three idols, one was placed in the mandapia village, where a temple was constructed and this idol was placed. The other idol was taken to Bhadsodha village, where one more temple was established while the third idol was placed in a temple built at the place from it originated.

Thousands of people visit here and pay homage to this temple. This temple is well known to fulfill the wishes of the people who visit here with pure hearts.

Discovery of Temple

The temple came into limelight because of a dream. This dream was seen by Kivdntion Bholaram. Hence in a way he is known to be accountable for discovering this temple.

How To Reach

By Air

The nearby air port located near the Sanwaliaji Temple is Kota which is located approximately 211 kms away from the temple. This airport has domestic flights which connect Kota to other prominent cities of India.

By Rail

The nearby Railway Station is Chittorgarh. This railway line is 42.6 kms far from the temple. This railway station connects the city to major cities of India through many trains.

By Road

The nearest town near this temple is Chittorgarh which is 42.2 kms away. You can reach this temple by different modes of conveyance like local and private buses, taxis, and luxury coaches which operate on regular basis.

Important Shrines

As per history, the important shrines related with this temple are located in Mandapia and Bhadsodha apart from the main shrine located in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan.

Significance Of The Temple

The Sanwaliaji Temple is popular for having the black idol of Lord Krishna which is located in the town of Mandapia, Rajasthan. Presently going under the construction activity, this temple is also called Sanwaria Seth Temple as it was owing to his dream that he started digging the ground and found three black idols of Lord Krishna playing flute. Seth Swaraiya is said to be one of the avatars of Lord Krishna.

Weather And Time To Visit

Chittorgarh basically is acknowledged for having dry climate. The summer season experiences temperature that ranges from 23 to 44 degree Celsius. And it is because of this that the tourists avoid visiting during the months of April and May. The monsoon season during the months from June to September have little rainfall which makes the place very humid. But if the rainfall is good then visiting the place is must as the Menal’s waterfall is a feast to eyes.

Coming to the winter season, the temperature ranges from 14 to 28 degree Celsius from December to February while is acknowledged with pleasant climate which is best for the tourists to visit. For visiting the Sanwaliaji Temple one must attend the Mangal aarti which is held at 5.30 am, Rajbhog aarti and Prasad is held from 10 am to 11.15 am. You can then visit the temple again in the evening from 8 am to 11 pm.

Accomodation

The trust of Sanwaliaji Temple has constructed many guest houses which can be used by the devotees and the pilgrims. These guest houses are well furnished while are well equipped with beds, pillows, bed sheets, furniture etc. The rooms are well lit and have hygienic washroom attached to them.

You can either opt for an air conditioned room or for a non air conditioned room depending on your needs. The charges of this guest house are very nominal.

Tips For Devotees

The devotees visiting this temple must cover their head with a scarf or dupatta which shows respect towards the almighty God. Never carry any non vegetarian food items in the temple premises as it is considered as a taboo.

Rules And Rituals Of The Temple

Improve Your Physical Fitness

If you wish to visit the temple then you must improve your physical fitness as you will have to walk a lot, climb stairs in order to reach the temple. One must be physically fit and fine to visit the temple, as you might come across large crowd. You must know how to face large crowd and must have patience to get through the crowd easily and worship the idol of Lord Krishna which is installed in the temple.

Improve your Breathing Efficiency

Located at an altitude of 394 m height, it is advisable for people to improve their breathing efficiency so that they take full pleasure while visiting the temple.

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