Page. Baldevji temple in Panna, Madhya Pradesh is a unique historical heritage, which reminds of the palaces of the Roman Empire. This temple is dedicated to Shri Krishna’s elder brother Baldev Ji and was built by Maharaja Rudrapratap Singh Judev, the 10th generation of Bundeli king Chhatrasal. The construction of the temple started in 1876 and was completed in 1879.
The idol located in the sanctum sanctorum can also be seen from the main road.
The design of this temple was prepared by an Italian engineer. The temple has been built with anti-seismic technology, making it completely safe from natural disasters. The head priest of the temple says that the sanctum sanctorum has been designed in such a way that the idol can be seen even from the main road, 300 meters away from the temple.
There are 16 stairs, a huge pavilion of 16 pillars and 16 small domes at the entrance.
The special thing is that there are 16 stairs, a huge pavilion of 16 pillars and 16 small domes at the entrance of this temple. All this symbolizes the 16 arts of Krishna. The Shaligrami idol of Lord Baldev is present in the sanctum sanctorum, which makes the devotees experience faith and devotion. A school is also currently running in the temple premises, which is providing education to the local children. This temple is not only a center of religious faith, but it is also a symbol of local culture and education.