Dwarkadhish Temple, Udaipur

Kankroli is a small town, located at a distance of 65km from the city of Udaipur. Kankroli is mainly known for its temple, which is sited on the banks of renowned Rajsamand Lake. The Kankroli Temple is popularly called as temple of Dwarikadhish. Dwarikadhish is one of the names of Lord Krishna. This Temple is the most significant temple of the Vaishnavas and Vallabhacharya sect. The chief deity of Kankroli temple is believed to have imported from Mathura, the hometown of Lord Krishna.

The idol of Lord Dwarikadhish was brought in 1671 A.D., during the rule of Maharana Raj Singh. The idol was placed in the present temple, which was constructed at the time of the inaugural ceremony of the Rajsamand Lake in 1676 A.D. Shri Bal Krishna ji, the grandson of Vallabhacharya, took the initiative to care for the deity. Since then, Kankroli Temple is the third peeth (religious temple) of Vaishnav religion as Pushtimarg (way to completion).

Kankroli Temple reminds one of the famous Nathdwara temple. The temple has a quiet and soothing ambience. In the complex of the Temple, there is a small garden where one can sit to enjoy the beauty of nature. The temple also holds a library that possesses a huge compilation of old books.

Kankroli temple is the biggest temple of Lord Dwarikadhish in Kankroli and ranks very high among all the temples of Vallabhacharya. Dwarkadheesh temple offers a tranquil view of the cool and calm Rajsamand Lake. Every year, people in large numbers come to visit this temple from all over India. Should you be visiting Udaipur, a visit to the temple of Dwarikadhish, is a must.

Source: udaipur.org.uk/temples/kankori-temple.html

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