Govinddeo (Jaipur) Temple

admin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 06:07:28 +0000

Built by Raja Man Singh of Jaipur in 1590 AD, Gobinddeo temple is a fine example of medieval India’s architectural grandeur. The temple is erected in the form of a Greek cross. History says that it took five long years for its completion. It is believed that the temple stands at the heavenly meeting site of Radha and Krishna.
This temple was of seven stories high, out of which Auranghaseeb demolished four. The altar is made up of marble, gold and silver. The altar contains the idols of Govindaji Lord Caitanya, and Nityananda. Idols of Radha, Krishna, Lord Jagannath adorns the lower layer of the altar. It also holds a Govardhana-shila. The sculptured lotus flower in the main hall and the large ghee lamps on the top are historical landmarks of the temple. The temple holds a replica of the original deity of Govindaji since at the time of Muslim invasion the original one was removed to Jaipur Palace

Jaipur Temple

admin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 04:12:50 +0000

Jaipur Temple One of Vrindavan’s most opulent temples, was built by the Maharaja of Jaipur, Sawai Madhav, in 1917 after 30 years of labor. The fine hand-carved sandstone is of unparalleled workmanship, the huge pillars that hold up the roof are each carved from one solid rock, and the intricately fashioned marble on the altar is reminiscent of the Mughal period.

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Govinddeo (Jaipur) Temple

Jaipur Temple