Best time to visit the templeĪs they say, there is never the best time to visit a temple since one can go there whenever one wishes to offer prayers. A big Golden chakra adorns the wall behind the idol while a golden umbrella or chhatra is atop the idol. The throne of the idol is made out of silver and gold and is flanked by two large silver pillars on both sides. Mushak is said to be the riding vehicle of Lord Ganesha. Statue of a large Mushak or rat is placed near the feet of the Lord Ganesha.
A silver crown adorns the head of the idol which is covered with gorgeous clothes and jewellery. The stark orange color of the idol has a marvelous brilliance to it and so does the thick lustrous black hair of the idol. Most Idols of Lord Ganesha have their trunk towards the right side and those with it on the left are considered quite auspicious. A huge idol of Lord Ganesha in a sitting posture with his trunk pointed towards the left graces the temple. The inside of the temple is equally breathtaking as its outer structure. It is believed that Lord Ganesha is pleased if the devotees sit for a few minutes after offering their prayers and do not rush back home immediately.
There are two ledges on both sides of the entrance to the temple for the devotees to sit after they have offered prayers at the temple. The walls are adorned with scenes from mythology that leave the visitors spellbound. Intricate latticework in marble accentuates the beauty of this temple which has been carved out of stone. The temple premise covers a span of 2 km and its building has three domes which signify the three main religions followed in the country. Image Gallery of Moti Doongri Ganesh Temple Jaipur Moti translated in English means a pearl while Doongri means a small hill in the local language. This temple got its name Moti Doongri as it is built at the bottom of Moti Doongri hill. The surrounding palace is not open for visitors as it is a private property but the temple is open for one and all. Construction of the temple was entrusted to Seth Jairam Paliwal and Mahant Shiv Narain who built this temple in four years and it was completed in 1761.Ī complex resembling a Scottish castle was built at the site for Maharaja Madho Singh’s son and the temple was housed within it. The cart stopped at the foothill of Moti Doongri which became the site for the temple. He declared that wherever the bullock cart first stopped, he would build a temple for the lord. Legend has it that way back in the 17th century when the King of Mewar was returning home, he was carrying an idol of Lord Ganesha with him on a bullock cart. The temple holds a very important place in the hearts of the people of the city. Devotees visit this temple at every important occasion of their life, be it buying their first car, or after getting married or before applying for a visa. Moti Doongri temple is one of the most famous and revered temples of Jaipur which sees thousands of devotees at its steps. Several famous temples across the country pay homage to Lord Ganesha and Jaipur holds the claim to fame of having once such temple in the city. According to religious scriptures, he is the God worshipped at the start of any auspicious beginning. Every religious function or festival followed by the Hindus starts by offering prayers to Lord Ganesha. Lord Ganesha holds a special place, not just in Hindu mythology but also in the heart of every devotee.
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