Kumbha Shyam Temple Chittorgarh was constructed by Maharana Sangram Singh I, the ruler of Mewar (1482–1528), on the special request of Mirabai, his daughter-in-law. It was used as a private worship place to chant the name of

Krishna Krishna (; Sanskrit language, Sanskrit: कृष्ण, ) is a major deity in Hinduism. He is worshipped as the eighth avatar of Vishnu and also as the Supreme God (Hinduism), Supreme God in his own right. He is the god of protection, c ...

by his devotee

Mirabai Meera, better known as Mirabai, and venerated as Sant Meerabai, was a 16th-century Hindu mystic poet and devotee of Krishna. She is a celebrated Bhakti saint, particularly in the North Indian Hindu tradition. She is mentioned in '' Bhaktama ...

.The grand structure of the temple, with a pyramidal tower, high roofs, and archways, is installed with idols of many Hindu gods and goddesses.

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