Jugal Kishore Temple — Attraction in Panna

The Jugal Kishore Ji Temple in Panna, Madhya Pradesh, is a significant Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, also known as Jugal Kishore. Built by Raja Hindupat Singh, the Bundela King of Panna, during his reign from 1758 to 1778, it is a popular tourist and pilgrimage site. The temple features architectural styles characteristic of Bundela temples, including a nat mandapa, bhog mandapa, and pradakshina path. The temple's idol is said to have been brought from Brindavana through Orcha, further enhancing its religious importance. The temple also houses a unique tradition where the Lord is dressed as a "sakhī" (female friend) on certain occasions, like Holi. This practice is celebrated by devotees from far and wide. The temple's deity, Jugal Kishore, is a form of Krishna, often depicted as two young boys or a couple, reflecting the concept of dualism and unity. The temple's significance extends beyond its architectural beauty, embodying a rich tradition of faith and devotion within the Bundelkhand region.

Timing:- Morning 5 AM – 7 AM, Afternoon 12 PM – 1 PM, Evening 7 PM – 11 PM.

The temples are built on a raised and moulded plinth, a square plan, a square sanctum that is surrounded by a circumambulation passage with perforated screen stone windows. The entrance into the sanctum is flanked by goddess Ganga and Yamuna. The Parvati temple has an upper storey...

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The main qualities I appreciate in Panna are bravery, loyalty, protective, smart and sacrificial. When the Rani asked Panna to be a mother to the Prince, she promised the Rani that she would give her life for the Prince. When the time came to do it, she sacrificed her own son in order to save the prince. This shows that she was both loyal and sacrificial. She protected the Prince by changing his clothes and putting him into a basket. The Prince would then live under the care of Asa Shah. Through this we see her smartness and protectiveness. She is even brave enough to face her own...

Thakur Shri Yugal Kishore ji vigrah swaroop adorned with diamonds. Originally deity was in Vrindavan ji as one of seven Thakur of Vrindavan but due to order of destruction of Aurangazeb an islamic fanatic the Shri Yugal Kishore ji was shifted to Panna via Orchha.

The temple complex is typical bundeli style. Well behind the temple has large fishes and turtles. Arti is mesmerizing and energetic. It's a mini vrindavan vibe in Panna.

Located in the middle of the town darshan can be done from the street. Must visit places in your lifetime if you are...