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The town of Osian is located in the Jodhpur District of Rajasthan. Lying in the Great Thar Desert, the town is situated at a distance of 65 km north of the district headquarters at Jodhpur. Known as Khajuraho of Rajasthan, the ancient city of Ukeshpur is a gateway to the Great Thar Desert and is linked with Reggies Camel Camps.
The origin of Osian traces back to the Hindu God Rama. The destination witnessed the rule of Rathore, Rajputs and the British. Dotted with temples all over, the township adjacent to the Thar Desert in the Jodhpur District provides an opportunity to explore the rural lifestyle and culture of Rajasthan.
Camel safari in Osian through the ruined Brahmanical and Jain temples is one of the chief attractions of the township. The destination is mainly inhabited by Hindi, Marwari and Rajasthani speaking populace. The culture of Osian is reflected in its folk dance, folk music and the colourful costumes. During the Marwar festival, the town comes alive.
An important Jain pilgrimage for the Oswal Jain community, the Mahavira Temple of 783 AD is the most ancient testimony in the region built by Gurjara Pratihara King Vatsaraja. The ancient town was the religious centre of the Marwar Kingdom during the reign of the Pratihara Dynasty. The prominent shrine of Osiyan is referred to as the Swastika, a mythological symbol of good luck.
One of the highlights of the town is the temple complex that comprises 18 shrines. The shrines are renowned for artwork and carvings on the elegant sculptures. These temples, which include the Sachiya Mata Temple and Jain Temple, are built using red sandstone with Mahavira as the revered deity. The religious testaments such as Sun Temple and the Kali Temple are notable for their architectural style and traditions.
Osian lies in proximity to the city of Jodhpur, which is connected with National Highway 11 and can be reached through buses. Osian railway station is served by the North Western Railway line of Jodhpur – Phalodi. Flights are available to Jodhpur Airport, which is situated at a distance of 70 km from the town. Indira Gandhi International Airport of Delhi is the closest international airbase to the town, which is connected with major cities of India and international destinations.
Situated close to the desert, Osian experiences extremely hot summers and mild winters. The destination experiences its peak season during the festive season of January to March. Besides, weather conditions also remain pleasant during these months.
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Sightseeing in Osian includes a cluster of Brahmanical and Jain temples dating back to the 8th to 11th centuries AD. There are around 18 shrines in the group, which comprise the Surya or Sun temple, the Kali temple, the Sachiya Mata Temple and Jain temples. These temples belong to the period between 8th-12th centuries AD.
The main attraction of this place is the Jain Mahavira Temple, which is dedicated to the 24th Jain Tirthankara. The temple is located on the western outskirts of the village and was built by Gurjara Pratihara King Vatsaraja in 783 AD.
The Sachiya Mata Temple, also called Shri Osiya Mataji, is another important holy place for Hindus in this town. Built in 1178 AD, the deity of the temple is known to be the kuldevi of Oswals and many other communities. The temple of Surya was built in the 10th century AD. The temple houses the idols of Lord Surya, Lord Ganesha and Goddess Durga.
The Harihara Temple is a cluster of three temples located in southern part of Osian. The temples are dedicated to Lord Harihara (a union of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu). Two of the temples of this complex were built in 8th century AD and the third one was constructed in the 9th century AD.
Another popular attraction, the Pipplala Devi Temple was built in the early 9th century AD. It is a small temple as compared to the other Osian Temples. The temple of Shri Mandore Bheruji is located in Mandore Gardens, at a distance of 8 km north of Jodhpur.
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