Jasmalnathji Mahadev Temple | |
Map Type: | India Gujarat |
Location: | Asoda village near Vijapur, Mehsana district, Gujarat |
Deity: | Shiva |
Architecture: | Māru-Gurjara architecture with Malwa influence |
Temple Quantity: | 5 |
Year Completed: | 12th century (Chaulukya period) |
Jasmalnathji Mahadev Temple is a Hindu temple located at Asoda village in Vijapur Taluka, Mehsana district, Gujarat, India. It is locally known as Vaijnath Mahadev temple. The temple is dedicated to Shiva.[1] The temple is built in the 12th century. It consists of a sanctum; mandapa and torana, a porch.
The temple is built in the 12th century during the reign of the Chaulukya ruler Jayasimha Siddharaja.[2] The temple is Monument of National Importance protected and maintained by Archeological Survey of India.[3]
Jasmalnathji Mahadev temple is a rare example of panchayatana (five-shrine) temple of the era. The four corner shrines are ruined but the central temple has survived except its samvarana roof. In elevation and plan, it is similar to the temple at Sander but larger. The lateral sides of the staircase is carved with mouldings and statues. The mandapa