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Udaipur,
the serene splendid city set amidst the verdant Aravalli hills is renowned for
its splendid sacred temples, marble palaces, placid blue lakes that afford a
royal banquest to eyes. The Indo-Aryan architectural style with lavish use of
marbles, beautified with exquisite sculptural pieces on walls, pillars and
ceilings have been luring pilgrims for over centuries now. Among the much
frequented shrines, this ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Ambika occupies
pride of place It is modelled on the world famous Khajuraho architectural style
with inner walls, door frames, ceilings and pillars sculptured to perfect
perfection. The superb artistry of the sculptors peep at the visitors from
every frame of its construction. The icon of the Mother is exquisitely chiselled
and bends beads with veneration. The gorgeous decoration made with colourful
silks,, glittering jewels etc., is infinitely marvelous. As she is exceedingly
compassionate the adorers are visiting more often than not for mental solace
and material benefit. Daily prayer services are offered with due devotion and the
periodical festivals are celebrated on a scale examplary.
It is
56 km from Udaipur and accessible by four wheelers.
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