Country India District Pali Time zone IST (UTC+5:30) Elevation 356 m | State Rajasthan Talukas Desuri PIN 306703 Area code 02934 | |
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Narlai is a village in Desuri tehsil of Pali district in Rajasthan state in India.
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Map of Narlai, Rajasthan 306703
It lies 36 km to Ranakpur and is at base of a hillock crowned by a colossal statue of an elephant. There are several Hindu and Jain temples. The temples of Adinath and Lord Shiva are most prominent temples. The ceilings of these temple are decorated with fine murals.
Places of Interest
Shri Adinath Jain Temple dates back to year 907(964 V.S.) according to the inscriptions in the temple. Previously, the principal deity of this temple was Lord Mahavir Swami. It is said that Jain saints Shri Yashobhadra Surishwarji and Yogi Tapeshwarji using their spiritual powers brought Lord Adinath's. Ancient art of historical colourful pictures are clearly visible on the dome of this temple depicting the marriage of 22nd tirthankar Lord Shri Neminath with Rajul, the daughter of Maharaj Ugrasen. Outside the temples entrance there are two huge elephants sculptures placed in opposite directions. Recently, a 24 foot gold plated Kalash was placed at the peak of the temple during Pratishta Celebrations.
Demographics
According to Census 2001, Narlai has a population of 6,190, where male are 2,968 and female are 3,222.