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50 kms. on the Bundi-Chittaurgarh road, in Bhilwara district, is the old
fort and city of Bijolia. In ancient times it was known as Vindhyavali.
During Chauhan period, it became a famous centre for art and architecture.
Several beautiful Shaiva temples were constructed by the Chauhan rulers on
this place. Most of the temples have either disappeared or are in ruins
today. On the eastern side of the town near the city wall, there are three
beautiful temples. Prominent amongst them is Hajaresvara Mahadeva temple.
It has a high linga surrounded by hundreds of small lingas and hence
called Hajaresvara or Sahastralinga. The temples of Mahakala and Baijanath
are also well known. The temple of Undeshwar Mahadeva is also well known.
Near by Mandakini Kund is a holy water tank. Bijolia inscription dating
back V.E. 1226 is very important because it throws a new light on the
early history of the Chauhan dynasty.
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