Sarneshwar Temple, Sirohiसारणेश्वर मंदिर
The Sirohi rulers' 1526 Shiva temple on the hill outside town, its Bhadra fair still run by the family.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereSirohi, Rajasthan
Marwar & Godwar
Marwar & Godwar
Best time to visit15 October to 15 March and 20 August to 20 September
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyEasy
Time needed1 hr
Base and nearbySirohi town, Sirohi Road
EntryFree
About Sarneshwar Temple, Sirohi
The royal Shiva temple of the Deora Chauhan rulers of Sirohi, built in 1526 just outside the town on the hill slope, with a walled compound, a tank and old sculpture around the shrine. The Bhadra fair in August or September is the main event and the rulers still preside. Sirohi itself is known for its swords, and a few makers are left in the town.
What to see and do
- The 1526 royal Shiva shrine
- Sculpture and the temple tank
- Bhadra fair each August or September
- Sirohi sword makers in the town
- Views back over Sirohi
Part of Aravalli.
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