Eklingji Temple Udaipur, Timings, History, Travel Guide and How to reach

Eklingji Temple Udaipur – Guide

Eklingji Temple, located at a distance of 22 km north of Udaipur, is one of the most prominent temples of Rajasthan. The Eklingnath Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva of Hinduism whose magnificent architecture attracts many thousands of tourists every year. The famous temple is known for its four-faced idol of Eklingji made of black marble about 50 feet high, representing the four forms of Lord Shiva.

History of this Temple

Eklingji Temple Udaipur was built in 734 AD by Bappa Rawal. Eklingji has been the deity of Mewar rulers. The temple and idol of Ekling Nathji were destroyed during the invasion by the rulers of the Delhi Sultanate. After which some kings contributed to the reconstruction of this temple. In the late 15^th century, Ghiyath Shah of the Malwa Sultanate invaded Mewar and destroyed Eklingji again. After some time Kumbh’s son Rana Raimal defeated Ghiyath Shah and obtained a ransom for his release. With this ransom Raimal patronized the last major reconstruction of the temple complex, and reinstalled the present idol in the main temple.

Best time to visit Eklingji Temple Udaipur

Mahashivratri festival is celebrated with great joy in this temple as this temple is dedicated to lord Shiva.

Eklingji Temple Udaipur Timings

Eklingji Temple Udaipur opens from 4:30 AM to 1:30 PM in the morning and from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM in the evening. Morning aarti is performed at 10:30 AM in the morning and evening aarti is performed at 6:00 PM in the evening.

Places to visit near this temple

Taj Lake Palace

Taj Lake Palace is situated on the banks of the famous Lake Pichola and is one of the best hotels in Udaipur for travellers. This palace is few kms away from this temple.

Jag Mandir Mahal

Jag Mandir Mahal is built on an island in Lake Pichola and is known for its beautiful interiors and grand style of architecture. This Mahal is few kms away from this temple.

Sajjangarh Palace

Formerly known as Sajjangarh Palace, this royal architecture is a palatial residence on top of a hill. This palace is few kms away from this temple.

Sajjangarh Wildlife Sanctuary

This wildlife sanctuary in few kms away from this temple.

Fateh Sagar Lake

Fateh Sagar Lake is consists of three islands and each has well maintained public parks which can be reached through boat ride. This place is few kms away from this temple.

Pichola Lake

Pichola Lake is the oldest of its kind which was built by Pichhu Banjara in the 13^th century.

Doodh Talai

Doodh Talai is an ideal place to have a glimpse of Lake Pichola, Jag Mandir, Lake Palace etc. Karni Mata Temple is on top of Machla Magra hill.

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How to reach this Temple

By Air- The nearest airport from Eklingji Temple Udaipur is Udaipur airport which is at a distance of 47 km away from the temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Train- The nearest railway station from Eklingji Temple Udaipur is Udaipur railway station which is at a distance of 23 km from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Road- Traveling to Eklingji by road can be quite comfortable as the city is well connected by road network to many major cities of India.

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