Agarwal Packers and Movers Osian

Osian (also spelt Osiyan) is an ancient town located in the Jodhpur District of Rajasthan state in western India. It is an oasis in the Thar Desert. The town is a panchayat village and the headquarters for Osian tehsil. Osian is famous as home to the cluster of ruined Hindu and Jain temples dating from the 8th to 12th centuries. The city was a major religious centre of the kingdom of Marwar during the Gurjara Pratihara dynasty Of the 18 shrines in the group, the Surya Temple, Sachiya Mata Temple, Katan Bawari and the Jain temple dedicated to Mahavira stands out in their grace and architecture. The town was a major trading centre at least as early as the Gupta period. It maintained this status, while also being a major centre of Hinduism and Jainism for hundreds of years. This came to an abrupt end when the town was attacked by the armies of Muhammed of Ghor in 1195. Osian is a famous tourist destination.

Jodhpur lies near the geographic centre of the Rajasthan state, which makes it a convenient base for travel in a region much frequented by tourists. The city featured in The New York Times's "52 Places to Go in 2020". The city is also home to several educational institutions, the most prominent being All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur, Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur, Dr Sampurnanand Medical College, DSRRAU Jodhpur, and National Law University, Jodhpur, and many research institutes, such as Indian Space Research Organisation, Defence Research and Development Organisation, Central Arid Zone Research Institute, Arid Forest Research Institute, and Desert Medicine Research Centre are also located in the city.

Climate

The climate of Jodhpur is hot and semiarid during its nearly year-long dry season but contains a brief rainy season from late June to September (Köppen BSh). Although the average rainfall is around 362 mm (14.3 in), it fluctuates greatly. In the famine year of 1899, Jodhpur received only 24 mm (0.94 in), but in the flood year of 1917, it received as much as 1,178 mm (46.4 in). Temperatures are extreme from March to October, except when the monsoonal rain produces thick clouds to lower it slightly. In April, May, and une, high temperatures routinely exceed 40°C. During the monsoon season, average temperatures decrease slightly, but the city's generally low humidity rises, which adds to the perception of the heat.

How to Reach

By Air

Osian does not have an airport of its own and is served by the Jodhpur airport, which is the nearest airport to Osian. It operates domestic flight services such as Air India, SpiceJet, and Indigo. Visitors around the majo states can reach any of these airports, and from there with the help of public transport, can reach Osian.

By Train

Osian Railway Station is situated on the Jodhpur – Phalodi line of North Western Railway. Therefore, visitors can reach any of the railway stations from the express train and from there by public transport can reach Osian.

By Road

Osian lies 69 km by road north of the district headquarters at Jodhpur, on a diversion off the main Jodhpur – Bikaner Highway. The under-construction Amritsar Jamnagar Expressway passes through this town. The visitors can easily take state buses to reach Osian.

Closest Branch

The closest Branch is situated 10km away from Osian. The Proximity makes customers comfortable to call in to use their services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Agarwal Branch Serving Osian

Agarwal Packers and Movers Osian
Plot No. 2, Opp Parsvnath City Gate No. 2,
Sangria Bypass Road, Osian, Rajasthan 342027
+91-9360014001

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