Deity
Devi (Sachiya Mata)
Primary deity
श्री सच्चियाय माता मंदिर, ओसियां
Osian Sachiya Mata Temple
Osian Sachiya Mata Temple in Osian, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, is an ancient Devi shrine dedicated to Sachiya Mata. Associated with the 8th-century Pratihara era and built in the Maru-Gurjara style, it is a revered desert temple with long visiting hours.
Osian Sachiya Mata Temple
Osian Sachiya Mata Temple
Osian Sachiya Mata Temple
Osian Sachiya Mata Temple
Osian Sachiya Mata Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Ancient Devi temple
Revered in Osian
Architecture
Maru-Gurjara
8th century (Pratihara)
Location
Osian, Jodhpur, Rajasthan
India
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 8th - 12th Century AD
- Founder
- Parmar King Upendraraja
- Construction
- 8th - 12th Century AD
- Sachiya Mata Temple was constructed between the 8th and 12th centuries AD on a hill in Osian by Paramara rulers. Goddess Sachiya (originally Mahishasuramardini) was transformed into a benevolent deity by Jain Acharya Ratnaprabhasuri. The temple complex features stone stairways flanked by carved arches.
Significance
- Sachiya Mata Temple in Osian is venerated as the Kuldevi (family goddess) shrine for Oswal Jains as well as many Hindu communities of Rajasthan. Situated atop a hillock overlooking the Thar Desert, the complex exhibits Maru-Gurjara stonework with relief panels of Chandi, Navadurga, and Vishnu. It bridges Jain and Hindu cultural heritage.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Use the long day window
Timings are listed as approximately 05:00–21:00; early morning can be quieter for darshan.
Heat-aware planning
Osian is in Rajasthan’s desert region; carry water and plan travel to avoid peak heat hours.
Confirm timings locally
Because the schedule is marked approximate, verify opening hours on arrival if you have a fixed itinerary.
Footwear and queue readiness
Wear easy-to-remove footwear and be prepared for queues during peak Devi festival days.
Keep visits respectful
Maintain temple decorum and follow on-site instructions during darshan.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Varies (Hindu calendar) • 9 nights
Navratri
A major season for Devi worship when many devotees plan visits for Sachiya Mata darshan.
Varies (Hindu calendar) • 1 day
Durga Ashtami
Observed during Navratri; devotees often prefer morning visits due to higher footfall.
Varies (Hindu calendar) • 1 day
Diwali
Devi temples often see increased visits around Diwali; plan for crowds and travel time.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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Osian Sachiya Mata Temple
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Osian Sachiya Mata Temple | Maru-Gurjara architecture overview
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