Sanwaliaji Temple,Chittorgarh,Rajasthan

The District of Rajasthan, Chittorgarh is located on the banks of river Gambheri and Berach (a Tributary of Banas). Chittorgarh is the epitome of Chattari Rajput (a Hindu Kshatriya (Warrior) caste) pride, romance and spirit. The people of Chittor always chose death before surrendering against anyone.The History of this town is written in blood and sacrifice. It is a Symbol of all that was brave true and noble in the glorious Rajput Tradition.

Sanwaliaji Temple,Chittorgarh, Rajasthan

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The Sanwaliaji temple of the Dark Krishna is situated on the Chittorgarh – Udaipur Highway, at the town of Mandaphia, about 40 kilometers from Chittorgarh. This temple of Shri Krishna is considered second only to the temple of the Lord Shrinathji at Nathdwara. The temple is especially famous among Opium Farmers. The temple is also famous due to the huge donation it receives from hundreds of visitors every day.

Opium is legally grown in India and exported to the Pharmaceutical industry worldwide to manufacture Morphine-based pain-killers. Rajasthan is the main region for legal opium cultivation in the world and India is the largest legal exporter, with about 58% of the market.

In 1840Bholram Gujjar had a dream come. In that dream he came to know about the three statues present in the ground. When the site was excavated and then Bholram dream was right out there with the three statues looking alike. All of them were very picturesque. Lord Sri Krishna was seen playing flute. One of these was carried statue Mandpiya village and the temple was built there. The second statue was transported Bhadsodha village and there was also a temple. The third statue was installed at prakatya. Over time, the reputation of the three temples increased. Even today, thousands of passengers from far off come to visit every year.

The shrine of Shri Sanwaliaji is considerably old and carries a mythical mystery about its origin. It is situated about 40 km. from Nimbahera. This is the land where the devout Meera danced and sang in her ecstatic adorations to Lord Krishna. The temple symbolizes the unflinching faith and devotion. Thousands of pilgrims from far and near, many of them on foot, throng daily to Mandaphia to have a darshan of their Lord. In the hope of receiving divine blessings, they pray devoutly and make secret propitiatory offerings at the sacred altar of Sanwaliaji.

Their experience in the shrine, before the fascinating idol of Krishna, is spiritually so enriching that they immediately feel inspired to renounce their worldly procession for the sake of eternal bliss. It is indeed a miracle that the Lord disappoints none of his devotees. Mandaphia, the second abode of Lord Krishna (the first one being Nathdwara), is 7 km. from Bhadsora cross-roads. This temple of Shri Krishna is considered second only to the temple of the Lord Shrinathji at Nathdwara.The sanctity and religious atmosphere of the place is augmented by the various festivals and ceremonies organized round the year by the Mandir Mandal or by the devotees from different parts of the country. Especially, on the 11th day of Bhadra- Shukla (Dev-JhulniEkaadashi), the Mandir Mandal organizes a mela (fair) of the Lord in which lakhs of people participate with great religious fervor and zeal.

The Sanwaliaji Temple is recently renovated and beautifully builds with glasses. During Chauhan period, it became a famous center for art and architecture. A grand new temple is being put in place of the old structure. The new temple will also have guest houses for devotees who wish to stay in the premises and do ‘Seva’.

Aarti timings

Aarti Type
MangalaAarti	Morning 5:30 AM
RAJBHOG ARTI AND PRASAD	10.00 AM TO 11.15 AM
REST TIME (LORD SANWALIA JI)	12.00 PM TO 2.30 PM
AARTI, FALAHAR PRASAD SERVED DARSHAN	FROM 2.30 PM
EVENING AARTI	8.00 PM TO 9.15 PM
BHAJAN AND KIRTAN	9.15 PM TO 11.00 PM

Chittorgarh is well connected to all parts of India by roads. The Golden Quardilateral Road Project and North-South-East-West corridor expressway passes through Chittorgarh City.Rajasthan roadways (RSRTC) provide a very good service for visiting areas around Chittorgarh. Daily buses are available from various surrounding cities like Chittorgarh, Nimbahera, Mandsor etc. to reach the temple.

Shree Sanwaliyaji Yearly Events

1.	Navratra-sthapana (commencement of Navratra) on Chaitra Shukla Ekum March-April).
2.	Bevan yatra of Shri Sanwaliaji (procession of idol carriers) at 9:15 p.m. on JyesthaShukla(June).
3.	Birthday celebrations of Lord Krishna at midnight of Janmashtmi Bhadrapada Krishna (Aug.-Sept.) Panjiri Prasad is served.
4.	RathYatra (procession) of Shri Sanwaliaji along with exotic exhibits beginning at 2 p.m. on Dashmi Bhadrapada Shukla (Aug.-Sept.).
5.	RathYatra of Shri Sanwaliaji with exhibits beginning at 12 noon on Ekadashi Bhadrapada Shukla (Sept.).
6.	BawanJayanti is celebrated during Bhadrapada Shukla by displaying ‘Bevan’ in front of the temple (Sept.).
7.	BawanJayanti is celebrated during Bhadrapada Shukla by displaying ‘Bevan’ in front of the temple (Sept.).
8.	BawanJayanti is celebrated during Bhadrapada Shukla by displaying ‘Bevan’ in front of the temple (Sept.).
9.	BawanJayanti is celebrated during Bhadrapada Shukla by displaying ‘Bevan’ in front of the temple (Sept.).
10.	BawanJayanti is celebrated during Bhadrapada Shukla by displaying ‘Bevan’ in front of the temple (Sept.).
11.	BawanJayanti is celebrated during Bhadrapada Shukla by displaying ‘Bevan’ in front of the temple (Sept.).
12.	BawanJayanti is celebrated during Bhadrapada Shukla by displaying ‘Bevan’ in front of the temple (Sept.).
13.	BawanJayanti is celebrated during Bhadrapada Shukla by displaying ‘Bevan’ in front of the temple (Sept.).