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Osian Camel Safari
Adorned with the clang of temple bells, Osian (Osiyan), an oasis in the Thar desert and an ancient town in the Jodhpur district of Rajasthan, India, is the gateway to Thar Desert and connected to the renowned Reggies Camel Camps. This age old town attracts nature loving tourists who like to explore the rural charisma and rural lifestyle of Rajasthan. This town houses numerous ancient Jain and Hindu temples, some temples dating back to 8th to 11th centuries. Once credited as the main religious hub of the Marwar Kingdom during Pratihara Dynasty, presently owes many modern facilities keeping its ancient religious traditions and temple rituals intact.
To experience real heaven on Earth, one has to visit this temple town always have the atmosphere of spiritual seclusion. For a true lover of ancient architecture and artistic style, Osian reveals all its wealth, Osian is worth visiting. Tourists can mingle with rural folks and participate in many religious rituals and experience real Rajasthan in Osian.
The temple complex in Osian is the main attraction, with 18 shrines in the group and is famous for its elegant sculptures and architectures. Out of these temples, Sachiya Mata temple, Jain temple built of local red sandstone with Mahaveera as the Main deity, the Sun temple and the Kali temple stands out as the grandeur monuments due to its architectural style and traditions.
This is a paradise for tourists who look for the exploration of Indian culture and traditions. One can venture out for Camel Safari in Osian and to have spiritual enlightenment by visiting the famous ancient temples.
JAIN TEMPLE
Jain Mahavira temple at Osian, constructed by Raja Utpaldev, has importance archeologically as well as historically. The temple which is built by locally available red stones, presents verdant images of Gods and Goddesses together with that of Princess, all are carved impressively. Acharya Ratnapradhasurishwalji installed the main deity of Mahavira in this temple.
The temple is a master piece of ancient architectural style and the carvings in the temple depicts the life story of Bhagavan Neminath. The architectural beauty of the circular arches at the entrance is unparallel. Thousands of tourists and Jain devotees visit this shrine to appreciate and to offer their prayers in this ancient old Jain shrine.
Sachayee Mata Mandir(Temple), Osian
Sachayee Mata Mandir, an ancient temple worshipped by both Jains and Hindus, is established during the 10th and 11th century. It is one among the Osian temple which have archeological, religious and historical importance. This prime religious attraction in Osian is dedicated to an incarnation of Gioddess Durga, namely the Goddess Sachayee Mata also known as Sachchika.
The specialty in the construction of this shrine includes a large assembly hall with torana-arches, eight numbers. The pillars on which assembly hall rests forms an octagonal shape and the temple faces west direction. A pancha-ratha sanctum, a mini porch and a foyer are enclosed in this temple. Sculptures of beautiful royal female dancers are placed on the 16 brackets surrounding the dome are decorating the ceiling of the temple.
There are many small shrines around the main mandir with deities of Lord Krishna, Radha and various incarnations of Lord Vishnu. This temple is attracted by many devotees to fill their spiritual benevolence.
Camel Safari.................................
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Camel Country "The Rajasthan"
As the name Raj~Sthan (Land of Kings), and kings lived and still living in forts and palaces,still keeping their loved great local bread 'Marwari' horses. camels is the best friend of native who lives in Thar desert 'Great Indian Desert'. People of this extraordinary state are full of collars either a Turban or sari. their culture and tradition are simple but warm and full of hospitality "Guest is God" n 'Nature is Life' .
So called Incredible state of India "Rajasthan".
Welcome to Rajasthan:- “Padharo Mahare Desh” (Bonjour et bienvenue). Rajasthan name it self is an adventure “Land of Maharajas’s” it is one of india’s state out of 30. Situated north west part of country well known for its forts, palaces,Thar desert, Aravalli hills ,native Turban men, old edge temples,tiger, arts, costumes, coloures, culture, traditions, Marwari horses and one humped Camel awaits you; make it special travel destination amongst other Indian states.
Weather:
The best time to visit is October to March.
July,August and September(Mansoon) day is cloudy and some time rains .
Cold months are(December ,January and February) warm clothing is recommended.
Hottest months are half of April, May and June.
Cosy Guest house Tailored Eco-Cultural Tours around Rajasthan India For several days or weeklong.
Thar Desert Rajasthan trips- Length of tour: 2/3 days or week long.
Camel Safari, Desert Walk and Camping- Riding camels or camel-cart, visiting local crafts men at work and sleeping under the stars!
Jeep drives- Length of tour: Day Excursions.
Jeep Safari Across the desert county-side. A truly rural adventure.
Cosy guest house Organize camel safari to the Thar desert some 80km north west of Jodhpur, (en route Jodhpur to Jaisalmer via Osian-Phalodi)around Osian. Jodhpur known as Blue city(Rajasthan) is well connected by Air, Rail and Roads from all over India.
Tour details
Starting from 19 US Dollar to 29 US Dollar Per Day (Per Person, including all the meals, drinks & jeep)
Available Anytime
Duration: 1 Night & 2 Days and as long as you want to go.
Starts at Cosy Guest House, Jodhpur city
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