Eklingji Temple

Overview

Eklingji is a complex of more than 100 temples about 22 km north of Udaipur, dedicated to Shiva as Eklingji, the ruling deity of the Mewar kingdom. The site is traditionally dated to the eighth century, and the present main temple was rebuilt in the fifteenth century under Maharana Raimal.

The main temple is carved in marble and sandstone with a pyramidal roof and a four-faced black marble image of Shiva in the sanctum. The Mewar rulers regarded themselves as the regents of Eklingji, who was the true king.

What to look for

• The four-faced Shiva image
• The carved marble porch and pyramidal roof
• The temple tank and surrounding shrines

Visiting tips

• Photography and bags are generally not permitted inside; leave them in the car.
• Visit in the morning, within darshan hours, and dress modestly.
• Combine it with the Sas-Bahu temples at Nagda nearby.

Why visit with a private guide

A private guide shows you where to stand, when to arrive and what most visitors miss at Eklingji Temple, and fits the visit around the rest of your day.

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