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Bhileshwar Mahadev Temple at Dabhoi near Vadodara Famous for Mural Paintings based on Shiva – Parvati Wedding

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Bhileshwar Mahadev Temple at Dabhoi near Vadodara in Gujarat is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is more than 150 years old. The temple is noted for its unique mural paintings depicting the marriage of Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

Bhileshwar Mahadev Temple was built by Sayajirao Gaekwad II in 1830 to commemorate the battle of Dabhoi.

The mural paintings depict the wedding procession and marriage rituals of Shiva and Parvati which is attended by Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma. 
Times of India reports 
The paintings have vivid images of Goddess Parvati preparing for wedding and an ornate procession of Lord Shiva on 'Nandi' accompanied by followers. 
The paintings, done in Jaipur fresco secco style, were done by artisans from Kota, in Rajasthan. The artists have used oxide colours and vegetable dyes to make the illustration.
The temple is believed to be the only temple in Gujarat to have a wall painting of Lord Shiva's wedding.