 Known as the protector deity of Mewar, Eklingji Temple is situated about twelve miles towards the North of Udaipur in Rajasthan. This deity was regarded because the pragmatic ruler from the Maharajas of Mewar - who considered themselves to become regents (Dewans) under Eklingji.
A beautiful town, Eklingji draws in thousands of guests all through the yr. This temple is said to are founded by Acharya Viswaroopa a modern of Adi Sankaracharya and is connected using the Sharada Math at Dwaraka founded once more by Adi Sankaracharya.
Design & Framework
The temple occupies an area of about 2500 sq. feet and is about 65 feet in height. The temple area is fortified and a strong wall runs around it.
The main entrance towards the temple on the Western side welcomes visitors into a big hall resting on profusely carved pillars. In this hall, is a silver image of Nandi. There are two more Nandis in the temple, one made of black stone and the other of brass.
Deities
Other deities housed in the temple complex include Parvati, Ganesh, Ganga, Kartikeya, Yamuna and Saraswathi.
There are also small temples dedicated to Ambamata, Kalka Mata and Ganesh in the temple complex. There is another temple called Nathon Ka Mandir in the temple complex with inscriptions dating back towards the 10th century CE. No worship is offered here.
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