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Osian (Osiyan), an oasis in the Thar desert and an ancient town in the district of Rajasthan, India, is the gateway to Thar Desert and connected to the renowned Reggies Camel Camps. This age old town attracts nature loving tourists who like to explore the rural charisma and rural lifestyle of Rajasthan. This town houses numerous ancient Jain and Hindu temples, some temples dating back to 8th to 11th centuries. Once credited as the main religious hub of the Marwar Kingdom during Pratihara Dynasty, presently owes many modern facilities keeping its ancient religious traditions and temple rituals intact. To experience real heaven on Earth, one has to visit this temple town always have the atmosphere of spiritual seclusion. For a true lover of ancient architecture and artistic style, Osian reveals all its wealth, Osian is worth visiting. Tourists can mingle with rural folks and participate in many religious rituals and experience real Rajasthan in Osian. The temple complex in Osian is the main attraction, with 18 shrines in the group and is famous for its elegant sculptures and architectures. Out of these temples,built of local red sandstone with Mahaveera as the Main deity, the Sun temple and the Kali temple stands out as the grandeur monuments due to its architectural style and traditions.
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Category : Temples
Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours
Pincode: 342303
STD Code: 2922
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Best Time to Visit: October – March
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By Air : Nearest airport to Osian is the Jodhpur domestic airport. It is about 70 km away from Osian. From Jodhpur daily flights are available to major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Jaisalmer and Jaipur. Taxis are available from Jodhpur to Osian and fare is about Rs 1500.
By Train : Jodhpur, 70 km away from Osian, is the nearest railway station. From Jodhpur regular direct train services are available to Bikaner, Jaipur, and Kota. Taxis are available in the railway station and fare is about Rs 1500 to reach Osian.
By BUS : Regular bus services are available in Osian. Rajasthan State Transport Corporation and many local buses join Osian to various parts of Rajasthan like Bikaner, Jaipur and Jodhpur. Overnight deluxe luxury buses are available from Delhi to Osian (650 km).
By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.
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- Beware of pickpockets as Osian is a major tourist city in India.
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- Ambulance : 102
- Fire Brigade : 101
- Police : 100
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