Keshav Rai Temple, Hindu temple in Keshoraipatan, Rajasthan
Keshav Rai Temple is a Hindu shrine in Keshoraipatan adorned with intricate stone carvings across its exterior and interior surfaces. The carvings depict various Hindu deities, traditional dance positions, and narratives from Krishna's life in detailed relief work.
The temple was founded in 1641 by Rao Raja Chattar Sal of Bundi and required four generations to complete due to political upheavals and changes in royal circumstances. Its extended construction period reflects the complex conditions under which such large structures were built.
The temple houses two distinct deity statues: a white marble form of Keshavji in the main shrine and a black stone representation of Charbhuja Nath along the circumambulation path. Local worshippers recognize these two forms as serving different spiritual purposes during daily rituals and festival observances.
The temple is accessible in two main periods during the day, with early morning hours and afternoon into evening as prime visiting times. Be aware that opening hours may shift during major celebrations, so check locally if visiting during festival periods.
The Chambal River makes a distinctive U-shaped turn after flowing past the temple and changes its name to Charanyamati River at this point. This geographical shift is documented in local records and gives the site a special natural character.
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