Located in the heart of Vadodara’s Raopura area, near Chittekhan, stands the revered Bhid Bhanjan Maruti Temple, a significant cultural and historical landmark for the Ramanuj community. This temple, built by the esteemed Shri Jani Mohanlal Harishankar, holds a special place in the local tradition and devotion. The temple is now also known as Chittesthan Hanuman Mandir. The temple’s unique…
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Located near Mandvi Gate, just opposite Sarkar Wada, stands the 211-year-old Vitthal Mandir. Commissioned by Maharani Gahinabai, wife of Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad II, this temple was constructed in the late 1860s using the Maharani’s private funds. It houses idols of Lord Vithoba, along with his consorts Satyabhama Devi and Rukmani Devi, which were brought from Maharashtra. The Temple:The temple complex…
Nestled in a serene corner of the Karelibaug area, the Bahucharaji Temple has been a spiritual cornerstone for the city’s residents for more than 150 years. Dedicated to Goddess Bahuchar Maa, an incarnation of the mother aspect of Shakti, this temple is a vibrant center of faith. Historical Origins The temple’s origins trace back to 1763 when a devotee named…
Nestled within the maze-like lanes of Baroda’s old city, the Mairal’s Dhundiraj Ganpati Mandir stands as one of Gujarat’s oldest Ganesh temples. Established in 1844 by Gopalrao Mairal, this temple exudes an aura of tranquility and seclusion despite its location amidst the bustling cityscape. Mystical Lore The temple is steeped in mystique, bolstered by local legends of hidden treasure. According…
Located in the Mogulwada area of the old city, the Laxmi Narayan Mandir/Swami Narayan Mandir is Vadodara’s oldest temple of the Swami Narayan sect, reportedly built in the 1870s by Acharya Bhagwat Prasad, a prominent figure within the sect. The Gaekwads of Baroda, known for their devoutness, allocated 3000 Rs. for the temple’s maintenance in that era. The Temple:The temple…
Located just across from the General Post Office in Vadodara, the Surya Narayan Temple is a beacon of the city’s rich spiritual and architectural legacy. Commissioned over 200 years ago by Raoji Appaji Fanse, the Diwan during the reign of Govindrao Gaekwad, this temple has stood the test of time, reflecting the enduring devotion of the community. Architectural Elegance The…
The Dwarkadhish Temple, commonly known as Bethak Mandir, is situated in the Kevda Baug area. This temple belongs to the Pushtimarg sect of the Vaishnav community and was built more than 200 years ago. The site where the temple now stands likely already housed a previous temple of the Pushtimarg sect, built around the 1810s. This old temple was purchased…
Situated in the beautiful Kirti Mandir compound, the Kubereshwar Dutt Mandir is a renowned temple dedicated to Lord Dutta. This sacred site, established in the early 1890s during the reign of Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III, honors Kuberji, a devoted servant of the Baroda State. A Divine Experience and a Miraculous Encounter Hailing from Uttar Pradesh, he is said to have…
The Bhimnath Mahadev Temple, situated in Akota (formerly known as Ankottaka), holds a significant place in the history of the region. This site is recognized as the location of the earliest human settlement along the Vishwamitri River, dating back nearly 2,200 years. According to renowned archaeologist V. H. Sonawane, the origins of the city can be traced to the pavement…
It is said that this Temple is treasury of 200+ Secco Paintings. This Secco Paintings contains rare paintings of Lord Vishnu’s Dashavtar, Ramayana and MahaBharat etc. The Temple stands erected on 16 big Pillars.