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

Jagdish Temple Udaipur – Guide

Jagdish Temple is a grand and majestic structure located in the City Palace complex of Udaipur dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This temple also known as Lord Lakshmi Narayan is famous as the most important temple in the entire city of Udaipur. The entrance to this holy temple can be seen from the Bara Pol of the City Palace. Jagdish Temple is famous for its beautiful carvings, many attractive idols and peaceful atmosphere.

History of this Temple

Shri Jagdish Temple was built by Maharaja Jagat Singh, the ruler of Udaipur. Who ruled the city of Udaipur from 1628 to 1653. This grand temple was built on a small terrace and its construction was over by the year 1651. This beautiful and attractive temple has been constructed by the Hindu architectural science of Vastu Shastra. You will be surprised to know that at that time about 1.5 million rupees were spent in the construction of this huge temple building.

There is a four-armed idol of Lord Vishnu carved out of a single piece of black stone inside the main temple. This shrine of Lord Jagdish is surrounded by four small temples dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the Sun God, Goddess Shakti and Shiva respectively. The atmosphere near and inside this temple is completely filled with peace, which gives a special experience to the tourists visiting here.

Jagdish Temple Udaipur Timings

Jagdish Temple Udaipur opens from 4:15 AM to 1:00 PM in the morning and from 5:15 PM to 8:00 PM in the evening. Mangala Aarti is performed from 4:30 am to 5:00 am. Dhoop Aarti is performed from 7:45 am to 9:00 am. Shringar Aarti is performed from 10:15 am to 11:00 am. Rajbhog Aarti is performed from 11:30 to 12:00 midnight. Gwal Aarti is performed from 5:30 to 6:00 pm. Evening Aarti is performed from 6:30 to 7:45 pm and Shayan Aarti is performed from 8:15 to 8:45 pm.

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 honeymoon. 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.

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How to reach Jagdish Temple Udaipur

By Air- The nearest airport from Jagdish Temple is Udaipur airport which is at a distance of about 20 km away from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Train- The nearest railway station from Jagdish Temple is Udaipur railway station which is at a distance of about 6 kms away from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.

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