Shila Mata Mandir Amber Fort

About Shila Mata Mandir Amber Fort

Shila Devi Temple is a famous destination in Jaipur, Rajasthan and is dedicated to the Goddess Durga. This temple stands within Amer Fort. In 1604 A.D. Maharaja Man Singh brought the Goddess Shila Mata's statue from Jessore, Bangladesh. The god appeared in the Maharaja's dream and instructed him to recover her statue, which was floating in the sea near Jessore in Bangladesh and place it in a temple. Raja Man Singh found the idol in the water in the form of a Shila and when it was cleaned and washed, the current idol appeared as Shila Mata. It took ten years to build the temple. Festivals like Navratri are celebrated with beautiful lights and all devotees offer special prayers at the Shila Devi Temple.

How to Reach Shila Devi Temple

You can reach Shila Devi Temple, Jaipur, by various modes of transportation given below.

By Rail

The nearest railway station is Jaipur Railway Station. The Shila Devi Temple is around 12.8 km away from the railway station.

By Air

Jaipur International Airport, Jaipur, is the closest airport to Shila Devi Temple. The distance between temple and the airport is approximately 23.3 km.

By Road

The road connectivity of Rajasthan state is good. The nearest bus stand to Shila Devi Temple is Jaipur Bus Stand, which is 11.8 km away from the temple.

Best Time to Visit Jaipur, Shila Devi

The best time to visit this temple is the winter season from October to February.

Darshan Timings
Morning Timing - 6:00 AM To 12:00 PM
Evening Timing - 4:00 PM To 8:00 PM
Aarti Timings
Bal Bhog Aarti: 6:00 AM
Jal Bhog Aarti: 7:30 AM
Raj Bhog Aarti: 10:00 AM
Shayan Aarti: 8:00 PM
Dress Code Traditional and Formal clothing
Photography Allowed
Prasad Available