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Osian, the name that reminds you of a desert Oasis was a flourishing trading center dating back to 8th century under the Pratihara dynasty. One of the favorite tourist spots, Osian has a gamut of 16 temples richly chiseled and exhibiting the typical Rahasthani architecture. Tour to Osian offers you a glimpse of the rich cultural heritage of Jodhpur.
You will be gripped with mysticism as the sleepy village effuses a haunting charm that transports you to the bygone days of Osian glory. This ancient desert land of the Pratihara dynasty, which was a significant trade route in the 8th century, is about 55 kms from Jodhpur city among the acres of undulating sand dunes and stuttering peacocks.
The temples that grace the desertscape can be broadly categorized under Brahamanical and Jain Temples. The façade of the temple is adorned with intricately carved life size statues and motifs. On your Osian tour visit the Harihara Temple, Kali Temple, Sun Temple, Sachia Mata Temple and the magnificent Jain temples. One of the prominent features, you will notice while admiring the skill that went behind such excellent execution, is that no two temples are of similar architectural style. Of all the temples you will be enchanted with the beautiful frescoes and murals that depict Lord Krishna cavorting with Radha in the Harihara Temple.
The richly painted frescoes and intricately carved sculptures of these temples give you a glimpse of the life style of the Gujara Pratiharas. The most noticeable aspect in your tour to Osian is the brilliantly painted frescoes depicting the life and childhood feats of Lord Krishna gracing the ruins and temples of the Pratihara dynasty. The entire temple complex is built on a raised sandstone platform. The gigantic archways and gateways that are built all around Osian are richly designed with tales from Hindu scriptures.
Enjoy your tour to Osian against the brilliant backdrop of the vast Thar Desert. Log on to indianholiday.com to know more about your Tour to Osian.
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