When Shri Krishna reached Nathdwara because of Aurangzeb, know this story

The temple of Shrinathji located in Nathdwara, Rajasthan, is the center of faith for millions of devotees. This temple is famous not only for its grand architecture but also for its mythological stories. It is said that Maharana Raj Singh of Mewar built a grand mansion here to get the blessings of Lord Shrinathji. But do you know how the idol of Lord Shrinathji reached here? Let us know in detail in this article. 

Nathdwara is a small town in Rajsamand district located in the Mewar region of Rajasthan, but its religious importance is so high that it is famous all over the country. The main attraction of this city is the Shrinathji temple. Shrinathji is considered to be the child form of Lord Krishna and lakhs of devotees from every corner of the country come here to see him. Shrinathji is worshipped here in the child form.

Different types of worship of the Lord are performed in the temple about eight times a day. Devotees believe that Shrinathji fulfills everyone's wishes. Be it poor or rich, everyone comes to visit Shrinathji with their wishes. Let us tell you, Shrinathji is seated in a grand mansion in Nathdwara. This mansion was built by the then Maharana Raj Singh of Mewar. The architecture of the mansion is worth seeing and it is a symbol of the pride of Mewar.

Let us tell you, the story of Shrinathji's temple is linked to the time of Mughal ruler Aurangzeb. When Aurangzeb ordered the demolition of many Hindu temples in the country, at that time the idol of Shri Krishna in child form made in Mathura was taken away for safekeeping. According to historian Chandrashekhar Sharma, this idol was brought to Mewar and Shrinathji temple was built here. This temple is still an important pilgrimage site for the followers of Hinduism.

Maharana had promised to protect the statue from Aurangzeb

This idol was brought to Mewar by the people of the Vaishnav sect. The then ruler of Mewar Maharana Raj Singh had assured to protect the idol from the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.

After this, the tradition of worshipping this idol started in Mewar. A grand mansion was built for Shrinathji at the same place where the bullock cart had stopped while bringing the idol.

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