Harihara Temples in Osian Near Jodhpur Rajasthan India

Osian is an old town situated near Jodhpur, Rajasthan. This place is known by another name which is Khajuraho of Rajasthan because of its various temples.The major tourist attraction in Osian still remains the 15 Brahmanical Hindu temples and shrines and Jain temples. Like many of the ancient temples, they are small, sturdily built of locally-sourced, hand carved ornately designed stone. No two temples are alike as each building has a unique design.Among the remaining temples, Surya (Sun) Temple, Harihara Temple, Sachiya Mata Temple and a Jain temple dedicated to Lord Mahavira are considered the most interesting.Here is Some Information about Harihara Temple Osian near Jodhpur Rajasthan.

Location: Osian near Jodhpur , Rajasthan
Built in: 8th Century AD
Built By: Medival period
Dedicated to: Harihara(Lord Shiva & Lord Vishnu)
Entry: Free
Photography: Allow
Significance: One of the main Architecture temple
Temple timing: Any time of the day
Visiting timing: 2 hour
Best time to visit: November to March
Nearest Railway station: Jodhpur Railway station(65 Km)
Nearest Airport: Jodhpur Airport (65 Km)

More Information about Harihara Temples Osian

Harihara temple is among one best temple in Osian Temples.Harihara temple is located at Osian just 65 Km of Jodhpur Rajasthan. Among the three Harihara Temples, the first two were constructed in the 8th century and the third one was built in 9th century.The temples built by during  Medival period.The temple is dedicated to Lord Harihara(Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva).The architecture of these temples is a little different and advanced as compared to the other temples of Osian. All these temples are resplendent with sculptures and are built on a raised platform.  The assembly of the central idol of the Harihara Temple flanked by four other shrines, is called Panchvatan.The Harihara I and III are renowned for their interiors and decorations on the walls. There are sculptures on temple walls displaying Lord Krishna and Radha in dancing postures.Large numbers of visitors visit this temple every day and hole year.

Nearest Tourist Attractions in Osian

Surya(Sun) Temple

Sachiya Mata Temple

Mahavira Temple

Pippala Devi Temple

Kali Temple

Shri Mandore Bheruji 

Nearest Hotels and Restaurants of Harihara Temples Osian

Abhay Days Jodhpur
Ajit Bhawan
Balsamand Lake Palace
Chandra Inn Jodhpur
Karni Bhawan Jodhpur
Park Plaza Jodhpur
Ranbanka Jodhpur
Ratanada Polo Palace Jodhpur
Shri Ram International Jodhpur
Taj Hari Mahal Jodhpur
The Ummed Jodhpur
Umaid Bhawan Jodhpur

How To Reach Harihara Temples Osian

 

By Air: The Nearest Domestic Airport is Jodhpur Airport just 65 Km of Harihara Temple Osian.

By Rail: The Nearest Railway station is Jodhpur Railway station just 65 Km of Harihara Temple.

By Road: There are many public and private vehicals available to reach Harihara Tmple Osian.

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