Jagat Shiromani Temple, Amer

Jagat Shiromani is a Hindu temple situated in Amer, India.[1] This temple is dedicated to the Hindu gods Meera bai, Krishna and Vishnu. It was constructed between 1599-1608 AD by Queen Kanakwati,[2] who was the wife of King Man Singh I The temple was built in the memory of their son Jagat Singh.[1]

Jagat Shiromani Temple
Religion
AffiliationHinduism
DeityVishnu
Location
StateRajasthan
CountryIndia
Location in, Rajasthan
Jagat Shiromani Temple, Amer (India)
Geographic coordinates26.99127°N 75.85083°E / 26.99127; 75.85083
Website
Temples Government Webpage

History

The temple is considered to be an important part of local history within Amer Town. The temple contains a statue of Krishna which has significance to the Hindu faith. According to religious doctrines the statue is the same statue that Meera Bai worshipped in the State of Mewar.[3]

References

  1. pareek, Amit kumar pareek and Agam kumar. "Jagat Shiromani Temple -Amer-jaipur". amerjaipur.in. Retrieved 2015-09-26.
  2. "Temple Profile". www.devasthan.rajasthan.gov.in. Retrieved 2015-09-26.
  3. Travel, Vibrant4. "Famous Shri Jagat Shiromani temple in Amer Jaipur". Vibrant4Travel. Retrieved 1 March 2016.
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