Jagat Shiromani Temple, Amer

Jagat Shiromani Temple
Outer view of Jagat Shiromani Temple
Religion
Affiliation	Hinduism
Deity	Krishna, Meera Bai, Vishnu
Location
Location	Amer, Jaipur district
State	Rajasthan
Country	India
Location in Rajasthan, India Show map of Rajasthan Jagat Shiromani Temple, Amer (India) Show map of India
Geographic coordinates	26°59′29″N75°51′03″E / 26.99127°N 75.85083°E / 26.99127; 75.85083
Architecture
Creator	Queen Kanakwati
Completed	1608
Website
https://www.jagatshiromaniji.com

Jagat Shiromani Temple is a 17th-century Hindu temple situated in the town of Amer, near Jaipur in the Indian state of Rajasthan. The temple is unique for being dedicated to Lord Krishna, Meera Bai, and Vishnu. It is one of the few temples in India where Meera Bai, the poet-saint of the Bhakti movement, is enshrined alongside Lord Krishna. ^{[1] [2]}

History

The temple was commissioned by Queen Kanakwati, the wife of King Man Singh I of the Kachwaha dynasty, between 1599 and 1608 CE. It was built in memory of their son Jagat Singh, who died young. ^{[3] [4]}

According to local tradition, the temple houses the same idol of Krishna that Meera Bai worshipped in Mewar. When threats from Mughal forces loomed, the idol was relocated to Amer for its safety and later consecrated in this temple. ^{[5] [6]}

Architecture

The temple’s architecture reflects a blend of North Indian (Nagara) style and elements of Mughal influence. It is constructed primarily from locally quarried sandstone and marble. The sanctum features elaborately carved pillars, domes, and a garbhagriha (inner sanctum) where the idols of Krishna and Meera Bai are housed. ^{[7] [8]}

Intricate carvings of Hindu deities, mythological figures, musicians, and floral motifs adorn the walls and ceilings of the temple, signifying the high craftsmanship of the era.

Religious significance

The temple holds an important place in the Bhakti movement's legacy and is visited by followers of Meera Bai, Krishna devotees, and cultural historians. Scholars have noted it as a rare physical symbol of the spiritual union between Meera and Krishna. ^{[9] [10]}

It is also a site of cultural interest during festivals like Janmashtami, where devotees gather in large numbers for special darshan and bhajans dedicated to Krishna and Meera.

Gallery

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  Outer view of the Jagat Shiromani Temple
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  Sculptures of musicians and women at the temple entrance
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  Close-up of sculpted panel at the entrance
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  Intricate carvings on the temple façade
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  Temple complex from the side angle
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  Aerial view of Jagat Shiromani Temple in Amer
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  Front view with entrance steps
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  Archways and pillars inside the temple
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  Detailed stone artwork on temple walls
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  Interior hall with carved ceilings

References

1. "All You Need To Know About The Jagat Shiromani Temple In Amer". Outlook Traveller. 29 July 2024. Retrieved 25 June 2025.
2. "The only temple in the world where Meera Bai is worshipped with Lord Krishna". TV9 Hindi. 21 June 2024. Retrieved 25 June 2025.
3. "जगत शिरोमणि मंदिर: मीरा और कृष्ण को समर्पित यह मंदिर कितना खास है". Zee News Hindi. 18 November 2022. Retrieved 25 June 2025.
4. "Jagat Shiromani Temple". Tree of Life Heritage. 12 April 2022. Retrieved 25 June 2025.
5. "422 साल पुराना है जगत शिरोमणि मंदिर, जहां कृष्ण के साथ मीरा बाई की मूर्ति भी विराजमान है". Dainik Bhaskar. 30 August 2021. Retrieved 25 June 2025.
6. "Jagat Shiromani Temple in Amer: Where Lord Krishna and Meera Bai are worshipped together". India Today. November 2023. Retrieved 25 June 2025.
7. "जगत शिरोमणि मंदिर: एक मंदिर जो कृष्ण-मीरा प्रेम का प्रतीक है". Asianet News. Retrieved 25 June 2025.
8. "Where Meera is enshrined as Krishna's consort". Times Now Hindi. 20 August 2022. Retrieved 25 June 2025.
9. "जगत शिरोमणि मंदिर: राजस्थान का अनोखा मंदिर". Shrimadhopur.com. 13 November 2024. Retrieved 25 June 2025.
10. "The temple in Jaipur where Meera is worshipped with Krishna". ETV Bharat. 30 August 2021. Retrieved 25 June 2025.

External links

• Official Website