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Introduction and History
The Dilwara Temples or Delvada Temples are a group of svetambara Jain temples located about 2+1⁄2 kilometres from the Mount Abu settlement, Rajasthan’s only hill station. The earliest were built by Vimal Shah and supposedly designed or at least financed by Vastupala, Jain minister of Dholka. They date between the 11th and 16th centuries, forming some of the most famous monuments in the style of Māru-Gurjara architecture, famous for their use of a very pure white marble and intricate marble carvings.They are a pilgrimage place for Jains, and a significant general tourist attraction.Although Jains built many temples at other places in Rajasthan, the Dilwara temples are believed to be the most impressive.
The five Dilwara Temples are among the most famous Jain temples. The Vimal Vasahi is much the earliest, constructed by 1031, with the Luna Vasahi by 1230, and the others at intervals between 1459 and 1582. All are in a very white marble that adds greatly to their effect, and remain in use. The oldest and largest two have large amounts of intricate carving even by the standards of the style, reaching a peak in the Luna Vasahi temple. The main buildings of the first three named are surrounded by “cloister” screens of devakulikā shrines, and are fairly plain on the outer walls of these; in the case of the Vimal Vasahi this screen was a later addition, around the time of the second temple. These three have an axis from the sanctuary through a closed, then an open mandapa to an open rangamandapa, or larger hall for dance or drama.Surrounding the main temple with a curtain of shrines was to become a distinctive feature of the Jain temples of West India, still employed in some modern temples.
In later temples in the Māru-Gurjara style, a very pure white marble like that at Dilwara came to be regarded as highly desirable, even essential. In modern times, when the style has become popular in other regions of India, and with Hindu and Jain communities in other countries, local Rajastani marble is often carved and transported to the new building.
The temples have an opulent entranceway, the simplicity in architecture reflecting Jain values like honesty and frugality. The ornamental detail spreading over the minutely carved ceilings, doorways, pillars, and panels is considered to be remarkable.It is said that workmen were paid in gold according to the weight of marble powder scraped off.
The temple complex is in the midst of a range of forested hills. There are five temples in all, each with its own unique identity.All the five temples are enclosed within a single high walled compound. The group is named after the small village of Dilwara or Delvara in which they are located. The five temples are:
- Vimal Vasahi, dedicated to the first Jain Tirthankara, Shri Adinatha
- Luna Vasahi, dedicated to the 22nd Jain Tirthankara, Shri Neminatha.
- Pittalhar, dedicated to the first Jain Tirthankar, Shri Adinatha.
- Parshvanath, dedicated to the 23rd Jain Tirthankara, Shri Parshvanatha.
- Mahavir Swami, dedicated to the last Jain Tirthankara, Shri Mahaviraswami.
- Among the five marble temples of Dilwara, the most famous are the Vimal Vasahi and the Luna Vasahi temples.
Facilities are available for bathing, which is mandatory before puja is performed for the idols. These facilities use passive solar power to heat up the water for bathing and other things. Guided tour hours for tourists are posted outside the temple.
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Presiding Deity
Rishabhanatha, Neminatha, Parshvanatha & Mahavira 🙏
Timings
7Am to 7 Pm
The winter season is perfect to visit the place as it is so hot in Summers in Rajasthan which can cause dificulties to visit.
Festivals
Main
Mahavir Janma Kalyanak, Paryushan
Common
Durga Pooja, Holi, Ram Navami, Hanumaji Jayanti, Parshuram Jayanti, Krishna Janmashtami, Narasimha Jayanti, Diwali,Nagpanchmi,Amavas Purnima, Onam, Vivaha Panchami, Vijayadashami, Anant Chaturdashi, Devshayani Ekadashi, Prabodhini Ekadashi and other ekadashis, Kartik Purnima, Tulsi Vivah etc…
Basic services
Drinking Water Cooler , CCTV Security, Prashada Serving, Puja Samagri stalls etc..
Activities
Open the Darbar gates of Presiding Diety and pay Prayers after Bhagwan Subrabhat Bhauj.
Morning Vedic enchanting and Nature’s welcome (ethnic way).
Vedic Yagya- To purify our inner self for realization and world peace.
Tribute to five basic elements i.e. Land, Water, Sky, Fire and Air.
Pay the last pray of the day in evening after Presiding God Bhauj.
THINGS TO DO
MEDITATION
Discover inner peace and positive energy through the ancient practice of meditation
AYURVEDA
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ASTROLOGY
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ARADHANA and ARCHANA
Devotees and visitors come here to take experience of pure spiritualism and peace as they use to do visit every day and pray to
Rishabhanatha, Neminatha, Parshvanatha & Mahavira 🙏
Pooja, Aartis and Timing
Basically the Aartis to be perform as per the Concern Shraddhas of devotees and Concern Deities.
Believing Aartis are :
Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu & Lord Shiva at 7 AM
Rishabhanatha, Neminatha, Parshvanatha & Mahavira aartis and poojas at 7:20AM
Sita Maa , Bhagwan Ram, Hanuman Ji, Vishnu Bhagwan and Shiv Bhagwan Bhajans etc…
Nearby Dharamshalas
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Jain Dharam Shala
Rajput Samaj Dharamshala
Shree Vardhaman mahaveer Kendra
Seth Shri Raghunath Das Parihar Dharamshala etc..
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Nearby Hotels
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Famouse Markets
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Nakki Lake Market
Tibetan Market
Chacha meusume etcc..
Restaurants
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Hospitals
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J. Watumull Global Hospital and Research Centre
Govt. Ayurvedic Hospital, Mount Abu
Public Dispensary Abu Parvat
Fortis Hospital etc..
Concern Police Stations
Police Station (Mount Abu)
Sirohi Maintenance, Mount Abu, Rajasthan 307501
02974 238 333
Adhikshat Police Station, Abu Parbat
Abu Rd – Mount Abu Rd, Kumarwada, Mount Abu, Rajasthan 307501
02974 238 333
Police Thana Sadar, Abu Road
MDR 49, Abu Road – Mount Abu Road Talahati, Danvav, Rajasthan 307510 https://g.co/kgs/BHA2n2
Names, phone numbers , photos and brief introduction of Pujaris, Archaks, Mahants and Management Committee.
Govering under Seth Kalyanji Paramanandji Pedi.
Created by Vimal Shah, Vastupala-Tejpal.
Miscellaneous information
Details to be taken.
Legal information
The temple is based on the legal site taking care by temple commity and devotees. There is no such illegal steps attempted. Infact the temple is located on the soil undertaken by Govt.
The temple is situated on legal site taking care by Mandir Committy, there is no legal obligation on Temple Property or Temple Schedule, Criteria, Adequates etc..
Samajik Sahayat,Goshalas, Sadhus, Sants, Mahants, Famous Dharmik Writers/ Musicians/Dancers/ Craftsmen around the Temple.
Initiattives like Pashu Sewa, Pakshi Sewa, Langar Sewa, Vedic Pathshals etc are in process.
There is a temple group of some devotees who use to role as band of temple as they do kirtans, Kathas and Narrating sewas time to time.
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Modes of Travel
How to Reach Mount Abu by Air
Udaipur Airport serves as the nearest airport to Mount Abu. Daily direct flights from Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Delhi and Mumbai are available till Udaipur. Stopover flights from other Indian cities can be availed to reach Udaipur or direct flights can be availed till Ahmedabad. From Udaipur and Ahmedabad, local taxis are available for Mount Abu.
How to Reach Mount Abu by Rail
Abu Road railway station, located around 25 km away, serves the hill town of Mount Abu. Good number of trains connect Mount Abu with major Indian cities like Delhi, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Mumbai etc. to name a few. Visitors can hire private or shared taxis from outside the station for reaching the town.
How to Reach Mount Abu by Road
Many state transport and private buses operate from nearby cities of Mount Abu. Daily direct bus service to the hill station is available from Udaipur, Jaipur, Ahmedabad and Baroda. Depending on budget, passengers can avail AC, deluxe or semi-deluxe buses.
The nearest domestic airport to Mount Abu is located at Udaipur at a distance of 210 km while the nearest international airport is located at Ahmedabad. The domestic airport is connected to major Indian cities like Delhi, Jaipur and Mumbai. Taxis can be availed from the airport to reach Mount Abu conveniently.
Abu Road railway station is the nearest railhead to Mount Abu that lies on the lines between Delhi and Mumbai. This station connects Mount Abu to the major railheads.
Frequent buses run by the State government connect Mount Abu to all the major neighboring cities. Private buses connect Mount Abu to the cities like Jaipur (475 km), Udaipur (167 km), Delhi (734 km) and Jaisalmer (406 km). So, how to reach Mount Abu is not a tough task.
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Address for Donation and visiting purpose
Dilwara Temples
Delwara, Mount Abu, Rajasthan 307501
Visitors Views
Apart from the structural beauty, the divine rituals around the Temple are also the main centres of attraction for devotees. We at Mandir Darshan, we intend to provide you with the tiniest details of every temple and the rituals carried out in the premises. With us as your touring guides of Mount Abu and Rajasthan you are sure to explore and enjoy every bit of the numinous land. The Data mentioned above as links are taken from Google, YouTube, TripAdvisor, Justdial, Wikipedia, Google Maps etc,. just for Knowledge purpose. There is no Followers or Money gaining intentions behind that!