Bijolia

Bijolia, Bhilwara

Bijolia (also known as Beejoliya Kalan) is a town known for its rich heritage and sacred temples belonging to Hinduism and Jainism. Located on a rugged plateau, it is a walled town with two gates in the north and south directions. It once emerged as a popular centre of art and architecture and one can easily follow the footprints of the same while in the town. Bijolia is famous for its fort which though in the state of ruins is still a noteworthy construction. The famous Shiva temple called Hajaresvara Mahadeva is located within the fort and is known for highlights carved archways, holy pond and more than hundred Shiva Lingams. Another attraction of the place is the series of five Jain Temples known for their rock inscriptions. The most revered of these temples is the one dedicated to Lord Parsvanath. The adjoining Teerth Kshetra where Parsvanath is believed to have performed penance hundreds of years ago is visited by thousands of pilgrims. Interesting petrographs can also be found nearby.