This paper investigates the Narayani Mata Temple, focusing on its Ashta Dikpalas (eight guardian deities) to illuminate the temple`s historical and cultural significance within Rajasthan`s early medieval period, circa 800 CE. Located near Alwar and the Sariska Tiger Reserve, this site, despite its modern facelift, harbors an ancient core that reveals a rich tapestry of religious practices and architectural innovation. Through architectural and iconographic analysis, this study deciphers the temple`s dedication to Narayani, a deity entwined with both Narayana and Shiva, challenging traditional religious narratives. The presence of the Ashta Dikpalas and Siva parivara deities underscores the temple`s role in the syncretism of Vishnu and Shiva cults, reflecting the complex religious dynamics of the time. By examining the temple`s sculptural and architectural elements, this research contributes to understanding the evolution of temple architecture and iconography in Rajasthan, offering new insights into the socio-cultural fabric of the region.