Jagdish Temple - Udaipur's Historic Vishnu Temple

Udaipur, RajasthanTEMPLE

A grand 17th-century Hindu temple in Udaipur's Old City, distinguished by its intricate carvings, steep stairway, and towering spire.

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Not Wheelchair Friendly

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About the Destination

Overview

Located in the heart of Udaipur's Old City, Jagdish Temple is a large and architecturally significant Hindu temple. To reach the entrance, visitors ascend a steep flight of 32 marble steps, which leads to the main structure. The temple, built in the Indo-Aryan style, is dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his form as Jagannath. The main shrine houses a striking four-armed idol of Vishnu, carved from a single piece of black stone. The temple is a three-storied structure with a towering spire, or shikhara, that dominates the local skyline and is visible from many parts of the city.

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Location & Address

Jagdish Chowk, RJ State Highway 50, Old City, Old City, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India

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Best Time to Visit

The ideal time to visit is from September to March, when the weather in Udaipur is cool and pleasant, with temperatures between 10°C and 25°C. This makes climbing the steps and exploring the temple comfortable. The summer months from April to June are extremely hot. While the monsoon season (July to August) offers a different atmosphere, the marble can become slippery. Visiting during Hindu festivals like Janmashtami or Diwali provides a chance to see special decorations and rituals.
Peak Crowd: October-February, especially during major holidays like Diwali and Christmas, and on weekends.
Moderate Crowd: March, September, and weekday afternoons.
Low Crowd: April-June due to extreme heat. Early mornings on weekdays are the quietest.

How to Reach

Air

Maharana Pratap Airport (UDR) in Dabok is the nearest airport, located 22 km from the city center. A taxi from the airport to the temple takes about 45-60 minutes.

Train

Udaipur City Railway Station is about 3 km from Jagdish Temple. You can easily find auto-rickshaws and taxis at the station for a 15-20 minute ride to the temple area.

Road

Udaipur is well-connected by road via National Highways to cities like Jaipur, Delhi, and Ahmedabad. The main ISBT bus stand is around 2 km from the temple.

Local Transport

Auto-rickshaws are the best way to navigate the narrow lanes of the Old City. Ride-hailing apps like Ola and Uber are available but may drop you a short walk away. The temple is easily reachable on foot from anywhere in the Lal Ghat or City Palace area.