Jaipur, famous for its spiritual locations and architectures, is home to the magnanimous Govind Devji Mandir. The temple is located in the City Palace complex between the Badal Mahal and Chandra Mahal. Built in the year 1735 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh II, the temple’s main deity is one of Lord Krishna’s forms, Govind Dev ji, who was also the main deity of Amber’s Kachawaha Dynasty. Here are some interesting facts about the temple
The colourful idol of Govind Devji is known by the name Bajrakrit. Back to the time when the temple was undergoing construction, Raja Sawai Jai Singh II (the founder of Jaipur) brought this idol from Vrindavan. According to legends, the sacred image of Lord Govind Dev ji was made by Barjranabh, the great-grandson of Lord Krishna. He made it at the age of 13 by carefully listening to her grandmother’s instructions.
A great number of devotees throng to the temple every day to get blessings. And then there are the travel enthusiasts who visit the temple to revel in its exquisiteness. Poojas and aartis are carried out within the temple 7 times a day, which is surrounded by some spectacular gardens that contribute to the calming environment. When you visit the Govind devji mandir in Jaipur, you will see that its ceiling is cased with gold, giving it a glorious texture. Plus, there are delicate chandeliers that add to the decadence of the temple.
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