38-747: Nathdwara is a city in the Rajsamand district of the state of Rajasthan, India . It is located in the Aravalli hills , on the banks of the Banas River and is 48 kilometres north-east of Udaipur . Shrinathji , is a swarup of lord Krishna which resembles his 7-year-old "infant" incarnation of Krishna. The deity was originally worshiped at Jatpura, Mathura and was shifted in the year 1672 from Govardhan hill , near Mathura along holy river Yamuna after being retained at Agra for almost six months. Literally, Nathdwara means 'Gateway to Shrinathji (God)'. Nathdwara
76-423: A day. During festive days like Janmashtmi , Holi and Diwali , the icon wears dresses which are woven by gold wires and diamond studded embroidery. Once worn, the clothes are not re-used, but given to devotees. The Shrinathji temple at Nathdwara celebrates, on an average, three festivals in a week. As regards to daily routine, the inner sanctum is opened 8 times a day for the devotees undertake sacred darshan of
114-405: A store room for betel ( Paanghar ), a store room for sugar and sweets ( Mishrighar and Pedaghar ), a store room for flowers ( Phoolghar ), a functional kitchen ( Rasoighar ), a jewellery chamber ( Gahnaghar ), a treasury ( Kharcha bhandaar ), a stable for horses of chariot ( Ashvashala ), a drawing room ( Baithak ), a gold and silver grinding wheel ( Chakki ). Nathdwara is known as the " Vraj " of
152-548: A temple there under the rule and protection of the then Maharana Raj Singh of Mewar. No other Hindu ruler was ready to take the image in his kingdom as it would mean to oppose Aurangzeb, who was the most intolerant man in India at that time. In the anomical environment of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the temple of Shrinathji was attacked by the Medas and the Pindaris . Accordingly,
190-403: Is a district of the state of Rajasthan in western India . The city of Rajsamand is the district headquarters. The district was constituted on 10 April 1991 from Udaipur district by carving out 7 tehsils - Bhim, Deogarh , Amet , Kumbhalgarh , Rajsamand , Nathdwara , and Railmagra . The district has an area of 4,768 km . The Aravalli Range forms the northwestern boundary of
228-629: Is a form of Krishna , manifested as a seven-year-old child. The principal shrine of Shrinathji is the Shrinathji Temple in the temple city of Nathdwara , 48 kilometres north-east of Udaipur city in Rajasthan , India. Shrinathji is the central presiding deity of the Vaishnava sect known as Pushtimarg ( the way of grace ) or the Vallabha Sampradaya, established by Vallabhacharya . Shrinathji
266-404: Is a general layout. Over the centuries, different Goswamis have interpreted the "bhavas" and "lilas" differently, resulting in a mixture of oral and ritual traditions followed by the various havelies of Pushti Marg. For example, Shrinathji, having left His beloved Vraj, misses it so dearly, that for six months of the year, He runs back to Vraj for the shayan darshan. So, from Mangala to Sandhya arti,
304-874: Is a significant Vaishnavite shrine pertaining to the Pushti Marg or the Vallabh Sampradaya or the Shuddha Advaita founded by Vallabha Acharya , revered mainly by people of Gujarat and Rajasthan, among others. Vitthal Nathji , son of Vallabhacharya institutionalised the worship of Shrinathji at Nathdwara. Today also the Royal king family of Nathdwara belongs to the lineage of vallabhacharya mahaprabhuji. They are called Tilkayat or tikaet of Nathdwara. Daily Eight Darshan opens for devotees as per schedule by temple. Mangala, Shringar, Gwala, Rajbhog, Uthapan, Aarti, And Shayan. Mobile phones, shocks, and shoes are not allowed. There
342-535: Is located at 24°56′N 73°49′E / 24.93°N 73.82°E / 24.93; 73.82 . It has an average elevation of 584 metres (1919 ft). Located just 48 km north-east of Udaipur in Rajasthan, this town is easily reached by air, road or nearest rail-head. As of the 2001 India census, Nathdwara had a population of 37,007. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Nathdwara has an average literacy rate of 73.0%, higher than
380-522: Is locker near the gate you can put your mobile and shoes there. This is free service provided by temple. All variety of Prasad is very tasteful. The religion of the town of Nathdwara is centered on the Pushtimarg sect of Vaishnava Hinduism and primarlily the Shrinathji Temple. The shrine at Nathdwara was built in the 17th century at the spot as exactly ordained by Shrinathji himself. The idol of
418-533: Is the tallest statue of the Hindu God Shiva (369 ft.) in the world, that is constructed at Nathdwara in Rajasthan, India. The statue opened on 29 October 2022. All stay option available here. The temple provide stay facility at very reasonable rate. Lots of Dharmashala here to stay. Book your stay option in advance is recommendable. [REDACTED] Nathdwara travel guide from Wikivoyage Shrinathji temple Rajsamand district Rajsamand District
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#1732848334468456-408: Is treated like a living image, and is attended with daily normal functions, like bathing, dressing, meals called "Prasad" and the resting times in regular intervals. Since, the deity is believed to be a child form of Krishna, special care is taken and attention is given to the deity, the same way a mother would to her child. Shrikrishna Janmashtami , the birth anniversary of Krishna is celebrated with
494-504: Is worshipped mainly by the followers of Bhakti Yoga and the Vaishnavas in Gujarat and Rajasthan , and Bhatias amongst others. Vitthal Nathji , son of Vallabhacharya institutionalised the worship of Shrinathji at Nathdwara. On account of the popularity of Shrinathji, Nathdwara city itself is referred to as ‘Shrinathji’. People also call it Bava's (Shreenathji Bava) Nagri. Initially,
532-554: The Govardhan Hill . Historically, the image of Shrinathji was first worshipped at Govardhan hill, near Mathura . The image was initially shifted from Mathura in 1672 A.D. along river Yamuna and was retained at Agra for almost six months, in order to safeguard it from, according to legend, the Mughal ruler Aurangzeb , who wished to keep the prestigious deity with him in Agra. Subsequently,
570-525: The Central Asian trade routes. In the United States , there are eleven Shrinathji temples; New Haven , Connecticut , Parlin, New Jersey , Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania , Phoenix, Arizona , one in the midwest, Florida and California , Houston ( Texas), Lowell, Massachusetts Atlanta, Georgia Charlotte, North Carolina Baltimore, Maryland . In 2013 the first Shrinathji haveli was inaugurated under
608-507: The Lord Krishna was being transferred from Vrindaban to protect it from the Mughal ruler Aurangzeb . When the idol reached the spot at village Sihad or Sinhad, the wheels of bullock cart in which the idol was being transported sank axle-deep in mud and could not be moved any further. The accompanying priests realised that the particular place was the Lord's chosen spot and accordingly, a temple
646-603: The Lord is reckoned to be in Nathadwara. After the arti, He rushes over, in His spiritual form, to play with the gopis of Vraj. Hence, Shayan arti takes place at Mount Govardhan for the warm half of the year. During the cold months, running over to Vraj is not such a practical option, and hence the shayan darshan takes place at Nathadwara. Here the bhava of gopijan's viraha and Raasa-Rasika's unique lila are of paramount importance. Shrinathji followers have significant influence on Hindu art in
684-513: The Nandamahotsav, that is, by affirming 'Nand Gher Anand Bhayo, Jai Kanhaiya Lal ki’ in the presence of Tilakayat Maharaj Shree and his family, Brajvasi Sevakgan (Brigadian staff), Mukhiyaji (Headman), and Shrinathji along with spattering of milk and curd while dancing in front of them. The gopies of Vraj used to love the Lord so much, they would be at Yashoda's door at all hours, finding any excuse to see their beloved Nanda Gopal. Mother Yashoda
722-401: The Shrinathji Temple. The image of Vithal Nath is the second of the seven svarups of the Pushtimarg sect. Its administration is separate from that of the above temples. Other deities worshipped in temples in the town include Khera Mata, Mahadeva, Hanuman, Mataji (in various forms), and Thakurji (non-Vallabhite Vaishnava temples). There is also a small presence of Islam and Jainism. Nathdwara
760-452: The child Krishna deity was referred to as Devadāman (" the conqueror of Gods " referring to the over-powering of Indra by Krishna in the lifting of Govardhan hill). Vallabhacharya named him as Gopala and the place of his worship as ‘Gopalpur’. Later, Vitthal Nathji named the deity as Shrinathji. Shrinathji's seva is performed in 8 parts of the day. According to the legend, the icon of Shrinathji self-manifested from stone and emerged from
798-526: The deity. Very elaborate and complex rituals have emerged around the worship of Shrinathji due to confluence and inter-mixing of bhakti of Krishna as well as that of Pushti Margi Shri Vallabhacharya. The main attractions of Shrinathji are the Aartis and the Shringar , i.e. the dressing and beautifying of the icon of Shrinathji, treating it as a living child, adorning it with the appropriate dresses commensurate with
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#1732848334468836-442: The district, across which lies Pali District . Beawar District lies to the north, Bhilwara District to the northeast and east, Chittorgarh District to the southeast, and Udaipur District to the south. The district lies in the watershed of the Banas River and its tributaries. Some other rivers are: Ari, Gomati, Chandrabhaga According to the 2011 census Rajsamand district has a population of 1,156,597, roughly equal to
874-431: The enigmatic black-faced figure of Krishna , who is shown holding up Mount Govardhan . Several authoritative books have been published on this subject. Apart from Pichwai Paintings, the artists also produce small-scale paintings on paper. Themes from Krishna legend predominate. Mentioned under notable citizens are some of the famous artists who have won accolades/awards in the past. Statue of Belief or Vishwas Swaroopam
912-506: The festival. The entire city of Nathdwara reverberates owing to the melodious sound of drum, trumpet, and clarinet at the main entrance of the temple. A series of congratulatory exchanges began pouring in a month earlier from the Ashtami of Shravan of the Krishna. According to the confirmation order, Shri Krishna Janmotsav is not celebrated as a public exhibition in the night, but on the second day, as
950-522: The form of the Pichhwais , which are intricate and colourful paintings on cloth, paper, walls and temple hangings which portray Shrinathji. These are devotional textiles that centre on the image of Shrinathji. Nathdwara is the hub of the pichhwai art, Nathdwara Paintings . Nathdwara is known for the Rajasthani style of the city, which is called "pichhwai Paintings" These pichhwai paintings have been painted on
988-464: The founder of this deity's icon at Govardhan hill, near Mathura . Presently, Shrinathji is worshipped by priests from this kul (genealogical descendants) of Vallabh Acharya. In the rest of the world, a Gurjar of a special sect who has initiation and agya (permission) perform the worship of Shrinathji. Devotees throng to the shrine in large numbers during occasions of Krishna Janmashtami , Radhashtami , Sharad Purnima , Holi and Diwali . The deity
1026-528: The haveli, his own version of the Nandalay (House / Palace of Nanda, foster father of Krishna), at specific times of the day only. Acharya set aside eight times of the day when the doors of the inner sanctum would be left open for the people to catch a glimpse ("jakhi") of the Lord. Rest of the time, the Lord was allowed to go out and play with His friends—gopas and gopies of Vraj. The sequence of eight darshans are set out below. The outline of darshans given above
1064-414: The icon was shifted again and was protected at Udaipur and Ghasiyar under the patronage of Maharana Bheem Singh of Mewar. The Nathdwara temple was built in the 17th century. The temple is popularly called Shrinathji ki Haveli (House of Shrinathji). Like a regular mansion, it has a chariot for movement (the original chariot in which Shrinathji was brought to Singhar), a store room for milk ( Doodhghar ),
1102-509: The image was transferred further south on a chariot to a safer place to protect it from the iconoclasm of Aurangzeb. When the icon reached the spot at village Sihad or Sinhad in Mewar , the wheels of the chariot are said to have sunken into mud and could not be moved any further. The accompanying priests realised that the place was the Shrinathji's chosen spot and, accordingly, the icon was installed in
1140-457: The nation of Timor-Leste or the US state of Rhode Island . This gives it a ranking of 405th in India (out of a total of 640 ). The district has a population density of 302 inhabitants per square kilometre (780/sq mi) . Its population growth rate over the decade 2001-2011 was 17.35%. Rajsamand has a sex ratio of 988 females for every 1000 males, and a literacy rate of 63.93%. 15.89% of
1178-476: The national average of 59.5%; male literacy is 80%, and female literacy is 65%. In Nathdwara, 13% of the population is under 6 years of age. Nathdwara Artists are a group of artists working around the precincts of the famous Nathdwara temple in Rajasthan. They are noted for Rajasthani-style paintings, called Pichwai Paintings , belonging to the Mewar School. The paintings revolve around the image of Shrinathji ,
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1216-464: The population lives in urban areas. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes make up 12.81% and 13.90% of the population respectively. Languages of Rajsamand district (2011) At the time of the 2011 Census of India , 75.36% of the population in the district spoke Mewari , 17.19% Rajasthani , 5.30% Hindi and 0.97% Marwari as their first language. Rajsamand district had lot of natural and historical places to visit. Shrinathji Shrinathji
1254-400: The salute of cannons and guns at Nathdwara temple of Shrinathji in Rajasthan. People not only from the internal regions of Rajasthan but also from Gujarat and Maharashtra, visit Nathdwara to witness Krishna's seraphic festival. Here, important arrangements are made by the temple trust for security at the police and administrative level. The temple is decorated with attractive light decoration for
1292-495: The time of day or night. The formal prayers are offered with diya , flowers, fruit and other offerings, with local instruments and devotional songs of the Shrinathji, according to the demand of the time and occasion. The view of the icon after the parda (curtain) is removed is called jhakhi . The gadipatis and acharyas in the Havelis of Shrinathji are believed to be from the kul (descendants) of shri mahaprabhuji, Vallabhacharya ,
1330-476: The wall around the Nathdwara temple by famous contemporary artists of Nathdwara. Preachers have founded Shrinathji temples in present-day Pakistan (Dera Ghazi Khan), earlier a part of undivided India and not far from Nathdwara. This was done by Shri Lalji Maharaj who was sent to Sindh by Shri Vithalnathji to spread Pushti Marg. Shrinathji is also worshipped at Russia (in the lower Volga region) and other places on
1368-538: The western India. Over 100,000 Hindus visit Nathdwara in a year. The icon is carved in bas-relief out of a monolithic black marble stone, with images of two cows, one lion, one snake, two peacocks and one parrot engraved on it and three sages placed near it. The icon of Shrinathji wears exquisitely worked jewels, some dating back to pre-Mughal period. Shrinathji is adorned with intricately woven shaneels and silk clothes having original zari and embroidery works. The icon changes its clothes ( vastra ) eight times
1406-412: Was built there under the rule and protection of the then Maharana Raj Singh of Mewar . Shrinathji Temple is also known as 'Haveli of Shrinathji' (mansion). The idol of Naveet Priya came to Nathdwara with Shrinathji and is the form of Krishna as a child. Madan Mohan was gifted to Shri Nathji by the wife of Maharana Fateh Singh of Udaipur and Mewar . These two temples are under the same administration as
1444-460: Was very protective of her darling child. Concerned that with all these adoring gopis, hanging around her house at all hours of the day, her darling child will never get any time to rest or play properly with his friends. So she decided that all those who wish to visit her beloved Bala Gopal, could do so after He had finished a snack or a meal, and was resting before going out again. Taking a legend as his cue, Mahaprabhu Vallabhacharya decided to open
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