Delwara Delwara

Delwara
devkul paton nagri: the town of gods
A Project of
Seva Mandir
Udaipur
Delwara
devkul paton nagri: the town of gods
History:
The kingdom of Mewad was originally divided into 16 rajwadas or districts.
Delwara was one of the 16 centres. It was ruled by the Jhala rajputs. The
Jhala family was the rulers of Delwara, Badi sadhdi and Gogunda. The
Family was known for its bravery and valor. As many as 7 generations of
the Jhala family had been sacrificing their lives for the Maharanas. The
rulers at the time of the construction of the famous Jain temples were
Maharana Mokal then Maharana Lakha and then Maharana Kumbha.
Delwara, Nagdha and Aayad were the centers of learning and culture
during the fifteen-century. Delwara was a large town and spread form
Gandharva sagar talav to Nagda. Today only 25% of the original town
remains.
Delwara was originally known as devkul paton nagri which means the
town of gods. And true to its name the town boasted of about 1000
temples at one time, out of which there were about 400 Jain temples. Raja
Sampriti build about 1-lac temples during his reign. If fact even today
every street in Delwara has at least one temple.
Introduction:
Walk Route - Delwara village
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Women of the patch work groups
The women belonging to the various patchwork groups initiated by Seva
Mandir have come a long way since its inception about 10 years back.
Today they are not only economically independent but also more
empowered and confident. They are also more aware about personal
hygiene, childcare, family saving, health, and other related matters. This
powerful group of dynamic women has a very significant role to play in
this project. As they are highly respected in their communities, they can
help in generating the right spirit and getting people along with them for
this project. Secondly, they are good ambassadors for initiating change
and spreading awareness regarding health, hygiene, and cleanliness among
the villagers.
The major benefit to these women will be that this project will lead to a
synergistic effect when coupled with the initiative of opening an attractive
showroom for Sadhna to showcase their handiwork and sell their product
directly to the customers. By converting the village into a tourist stop over,
the probability of more tourists stopping at the village will increase rather
than just having a showroom, as it will not be enough incentive for many
tourists to make the stop over
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Kasam bava’s
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Palera Talao/Mansarovar Sagar:
This Talao was built in Vikram Samvat 1857 (AD 1800) by Rani Sajjan
Kumari in memory of her husband, the Jhala prince Mansinghji, who died
at a very young age. After him, it is named Mansarovar Sagar. This has
two chhatris that add to its picturesqueness. It is the main source of
water, for irrigation and drinking, for the village. It is also locally known as
Palera Talao. Palera is derived from the Sanskrit ‘Palankarta’, which literally
means ‘protector’.
Delwara Talao/Bus Stand:
Located on the highway from Udaipur, this is
the point of identification for the arrival in
Delwara. The bus stand offers a beautiful view
of trees and the Talao (pond) provides a
picturesque view of the surrounding hills and
landscape. It is an ideal spot for a short stopover
by visitors to Delwara.
Kasam bava’s Mazar:
Baikunthnath Temple
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Trimukhi Bawari / Vav
Statue of King
Man singh
Bazar/Ma
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Statue of King Man Singh III:
This beautiful white marble statue, 2 metres high, stands in the centre of
Sajjan Vatika opposite the Bhagvan Vaikunthnathji temple. Raja Mansinghji
died young. In his memory, his wife Rani Sajjan Kumari had the statue
made statue in Jaipur.
Trimukhi Vavdi/Vav:
This stepwell, named for its triple entrance, was built by the Shrimali
Brahmins for rites and tituals associated with the nearby temples of
Vaikunthnathji and Hanumanji.
Bazar/Maya Bazar:
Mahajan Was
Way Baiva Bav
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Parshwanathji Bhagvan Temple
(Jain Derasar)
Post
Office
Mata
Temple
Mithalal
Bhavan
Parshvanathji Bhagvan Temple (Jain Derasar):
This temple of the Shwetambar Murtipoojak (statue worshipping) sect
Jains is dedicated to Bhagvan Parshwanath, the 23rd teerthankara. Its
sculpture and architecture are amazing. Its unique feature is a chamber
about 5 metres underground, which houses thirteen beautiful idols of
teerthankaras. When the rays of sun fall on these idols, they appear to
come to life and smile benevolently at the devotees. The main temple has
wonderfully sculpted idol of Bhagvan Parshwanath in black marble.
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Charbhuja Temple
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Haveli
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Haveli Street
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Haveli Street:
The Havelis of Delwara are in typically Rajasthani architectural syle. This
particular street of……………... are unique example of this region. Horseshaped toda/pylon above the entrance doors and triple gokhlas/niches
are special features of this place.
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Kund Chowk
Hospital
Traditional house
Lakshmi NarayanMandir/
Bhakta Padmaji,
Small Shiv
temple
Prathamik
Vidhyalaya
Indra Kund/
Village Kund
Craftsnan
Workshop
Devigarh Fort
Indra Kund/Village Kund:
Indra Kund was built by the king Rana Bairisalji. It was consecrated in
Vikram Samvat 1913 (AD 1856), on Maha Sud 13, or the 13th day of
the bright fortnight of the lunar month of Maha (corresponding to FebruaryMarch). To mark the occasion, there was a month-long celebration at
Delwara, and families of neighbouring states like Gogunda, Jadol and Tana
also participated in the celebration. The kund has marvellous examples of
stone carving and is about 15 metres deep.
Small Shiva temple:
Before the kund was built, this little white marble temple, built in the shape
of a chhatri, was within the local ruler’s territory. At that time there was a
garden here. The noteworthy features of the temple are a lingam
surrounded by three faces of Lord Shiva shaded by a hooded cobra, and
the idols of his consort Parvati and his vehicle, the bull Nandi.
Owing to its proximity to the kund, the temple is now called Kundeshvar
Mahadev.
Lakshmi Narayan Mandir/Bhakta
Padmaji:
Delwara also houses a beautiful temple of Shri
Lakshmi Narayan, which is situated next to the Kund
Chowk. The temple belongs to the Teli (oilseed
pressers) community, for which it has immense
religious value. It also attracts visitors from distant
places. It is characterised by intricate and colourful
ornamentation in glass. According to legend, the main
idol here flew across on its own from Dwarka (on
the Saurashtra coast of neighbouring Gujarat) and
landed at this spot, where the shrine was then built.
The idol is believed to be the same one that had been
mysteriously missing from Dwarka. The builder of
the temple was a devout follower of the lord, a Teli
known as Shri Padmaji, whose statue is installed here.
It is maintained by the Teli community. A caretaker
looks after it and performs the daily pooja and aarati.
Rajput Was
Bhil Was
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Shri
Kesulal
School
Kasheshvar
Mahadev
Bhil Basti
Kheda Mata
Mandir
Bhil Vas
Kasheshvar Mahadev:
There is no historical reference is available to help date this temple. But
for many years its maintenance and restoration was done by different
rulers of Delwara. It stands on a platform 16 steps high. Its five small
shikharas suggest that it was built for the Panch-Dev Upasana (worship
of five gods). The king of Delwara Raghodev second had restored this
temple in the month of Jeth Vikram Samvat 1984 (May-June 1927)
Kheda Mata Mandir, Bhil-Vas:
This temple is sacred for the Gameti the sub-caste of the Bhil community.
As part of the rituals during the lunar month of Bhadarvo (AugustSeptember) males of this community perform a traditional dance called
Gauri, for which they dress in female attire.
Rishabhdev Bhagvan Temple
(Jain Derasar)
Shikar Badi/
Jain Temple
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Walk End
Adinath /
Rishabhdev
Jain Temple
Dharmashala
Neem
Chowk
Rajput Was
Rishabhdev Bhagvan Temple
(Jain Derasar)
This white marble temple, with 149 pillars and
52 devalkulika (shrines to individual
teerthankaras) belongs to the Shwetambar
Murtipoojak (statue worshipping) sect of the
Jain community. The main shrine is dedicated
Bhagvan Adinath, the first teerthankara. A
replica of the famous temple at Abu, it is a
notable example of the craftsmanship and
architecture of its era.
Shilalekh/Shwet Pasan Chitra Patt:
This chitra patt (panel of images) has carvings of a temple, a woman and
a tree with a bird. Below these is a hunter with a bow and arrow holding
a dead bird. Standing nearby are five sadhus.
Shikarbadi/Audhi:
According to a book published by the Adeshvar Jain Temple, this
Shikarbadi or hunting lodge, locally known as Audhi, was built by King
Jasvantsinh.
Jain Temple near Shikarbadi:
Second floor Plan
First floor Plan
Section AA
Ground floor Plan