A Journey back in Time, Shiva Temple 1175 A.D

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Hi Local Guide, Happy New Year 2025 :tada:
During a personal trip to the Chambal region in central India, I discovered a hidden gem the Vankhandeshwar Mandir. This ancient temple is attributed to the renowned Indian king, Prithviraj Chauhan, a celebrated warrior and astute administrator.
Legend has it that while traversing Bhind during a military campaign, King Prithviraj Chauhan experienced a divine vision of God Shiva. Moved by this auspicious encounter, he vowed to construct a temple dedicated to the deity upon his victorious return. True to his word, after emerging triumphant from the battle, he fulfilled his vow by establishing the Vankhandeshwar Mandir.

#Photo1: poster of temple with written Text.
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Within the temple, a revered eternal flame, known as ‘Akhankd Jyoti,’ has been burning continuously for an extended period. Local devotees believe this sacred flame has been burning since the temple’s inception. The local community diligently maintains the temple, wholeheartedly supporting this belief.
During my visit, I observed devotees immersed in prayer, chanting mantras such as 'Om Namah Shivaye’ and other hymns dedicated to God Shiva. While the temple also houses shrines dedicated to other deities, I exercised restraint in photography. Recognizing the sanctity of the space and the meditative practices of some visitors, I limited my photography to capture the the essence of the temple.
#photo2: Devotee praying and main entrance of temple.
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#Photo3: photo of Shrine or Shivling.
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The architecture and foundation of Temple was also very old and giving unique view to visitors.
This Community Hall serves as a vital hub for the local community, hosting small gatherings and community prayers. According to local lore, this temple boasts a history that places it among the oldest in India. Every Monday evening, the temple witnesses a significant influx of devotees for the Maha Aarti, a captivating ceremony that draws large crowds. Every year during Maha shivratri big fair is Conducted around temple and premisses.
#Photo4 : Sri Vankhandeshwar hari kirtan hall Or community Hall.
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I was fortunate to have the opportunity to explore this temple and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. Near this temple I found a lake known as Gauri Lake I will share my complete experience in a separate post. However, I would like to share some photographs with you.
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Thanks for reading and giving your valuable time on this post.
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Thanks for sharing this wonderful temple @RaviSharma111
The photos are superb and give a good idea of the temple and its surroundings.
Har Har Mahadev :om:

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You are lucky to find such beautiful temple @RaviSharma111

Thanks for sharing this hidden gem with us :pray:.

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It’s a beautiful temple, rich with devotion and historical treasure. The pictures are amazing, the lake view is surreal. Thank you for sharing @RaviSharma111

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The photos are stunning, nice post @RaviSharma111

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Thanks for sharing the information about this ancient Temple, supported by beautiful pictures @RaviSharma111 . Reading the post itself give a divine experience. Surely I can understand how it would have been visiting there and getting the blessings. Thanks again for this wonderful post. Om Namah Shivaya.

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Sehr schöner Beitrag über diesen alten Tempel @RaviSharma111

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Thank you, @RaviSharma111 ji. for introducing such a historical temple in your post. It gives divine happiness to read your post. Thank you for sharing the post.

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@RaviSharma111, That’s a brilliant story depicting the pristine glory of our rich ancient temple. No wonder, there exist divine powers and Akhand Jyoti is a living testimony. Thanks for sharing.

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Thank you Tushar sir for your appreciation and comment.

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Thank you so much for your words sir :pray:,Har har mahadev.

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Beauty lie in the eye :eyes: ho viewers, thank you sid for your comment and appreciation :pray:

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Thank you Prasad Ji :pray:

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Thank you so much mam :pray: you all sinior member are real gem :gem: of connect you all made efforts to make this place more Convenient and supportive environment for us thanks for all your contribution towards community.

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Thank you so much annaelisa , Hope i will bring more culture or ancient architecture to connect thank you for your support :+1:

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Thank you so much prasad VR ji, i love cover ancient temple, monuments and History related document, i dont know why i am so intrested in these all but, i always tend towards history :open_book: :joy::joy:

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Thank you so much ModNomad Ji :pray: yes our rich history :open_book: glorify us, How we were developed ancient society,Now day modernisation changed everything so people also forgot our temple or culture but through my little effort i will make them alive in community or world.

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Immer gerne :pray::+1: @RaviSharma111

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