There
are a number of places to see in Nathdwara. Given below is a list of the
places to be included in a Nathdwara, Rajasthan sightseeing tour:Shrinathji Temple
One of the main tourist attractions of Nathdwara is the Shrinathji Temple. Devoted to Lord Krishna, the temple houses a black stone image Krishna of the deity. It is believed that the lord, himself, selected Nathdwara as a venue for his temple. As per the legend, the statue of Krishna was being transferred from Mathura in 1669 to protect it from Aurangzeb. The wheels of the wagon carrying the statue got stuck in the ground while passing through Nathdwara. The accompanying priest assumed this incident as a sign from Lord Krishna. Thereafter, the Srinathji temple was built on the spot. Photography at the temple is strictly prohibited.
Rajsamand Lake
A dam constructed by Maharana Jai Singh in 1660 led to the creation of the Rajsamand Lake. The embankment of the lake houses numerous ornamental arches and beautifully carved chhatries (cenotaphs), along with some fascinating old inscriptions.
Nav Chowki
Nav Chowki means the Nine Pavilions. Situated on the banks of the Rajsamand Lake, this pillared structure is made up of marble. Carved chhatris (cenotaphs) and ornamental arches adorn this edifice.
