JAGAT AMBIKA MATA - JAGAT AMBIKA SHRINE

The state of Rajasthan rings with tales of dauntless heroism and inimitable sacrifice, besides serving a royal banquet to the eyes with vibrant colours emanating from the exquisite monuments like palaces, forts etc. This bewitching land is dotted with innumerable shrines built for all deities; yet Jain mandirs predominate over others. Almost all cities like Jaipur, Ajmer, Udaipur, Bundi, Alwar, Bharatpur, Chittur are housing scores of shrines of eternal fascination. Mother Ambika, the state Goddess is enshrined in every place irrespective of its size and population. The shrines with their splendiferous ornamentation and rich artistry are deemed hymns in marble. They have been the pilgrims paradise and are drawing unending streams of domestic and inter continental tourists and theists for over centuries now.

This Jagat Ambika Mata temple is a thousand year old temple of immortal reputation. Its superb pentagonal shape adorned with seventeen turrets affords an irresistible attraction for every visitor and transports him to ethereal worlds. The walls and pillars beautified with rich rare sculptural pieces cast spell on the viewers and detain them for hours. Its gabbled roof resembles an imposing pagoda and is visible for miles afar. It is a landmark rousing bakthi instincts the moment it comes into view. The profusely carved arches and turrets add to its star attraction. The Mother Ambika is exceedingly compassionate and infinitely pleased with soul prayers and fulfils any type of desire instantly Both gay pickers and god-seekers frequent this much hallowed shrine round the year. Nithyanaimithika worship is offered with unparallel devotional fervour.

It lies 58 km off Udaipur and can be reached by bus from any nearby town.

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