The Eklingji Temple, sprawled over an area of 2500 sq. feet is nestled in Eklingji which is a dazzling city. Richly sculpted out of sandstone and marble, the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It came into existence in AD 734 housing a flamboyant 'mandap' and a pyramid shaped ceiling of complicated structure.
Ekligji (also known as Kailashpuri) is established in lap of a gorgeous valley where million of vacationers visit annually. The Eklingji Temple is approximately 65 feet in height and bordered by an impenetrable wall. The huge pillars demonstrating the religious kaleidoscope ask around the visitors to enter inside the premises of temple. The beautiful pictures of Nandi, one composed of black stone and the other of brass is also worth giving attention.
According to the villagers Acharya Viswaroop is the main founder of the temple. Along with Lord Shiva, one can find the effigies of other deities which encompass Parvati, Ganesha, Ganga, Kartikeya, Yamuna and Saraswati. Infinitesimal temples of Amba Mata, Kalka Mata and Ganesh are also constructed in the complex of temple.
After entering inside the temple, one can remark two tanks positioned in the North direction of temple - Karz Kund and Tulsi Kund. The tank preserves usable water with which the tasks of temple are executed. The responsibilities of priest start from 4 o clock in the morning. The occasion of Shivratri is celebrated at full swing in the presence of numerous disciples of Lord Shiva.
You can reach the Eklingaji temple within half an hour using your own vehicle. To hear scintilla of spiritual melody, a trip to Udaipur can prove to be the best. Explore the true Hinduism of India in Eklingji Temple.