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Nasiyan Temple, Ajmer
The Jain temple at Nasiyan is dedicated to the first Tirthankar, Rishabdeoji. Tour
the aesthetic and pleasing Jain temple at Nasiyan that is also known as the Red
Jain Temple due to the color of the stone. The temple was constructed in 1865 A.D.
The two-storied structure of Nasiyan Temple is divided into two parts, where one
is the worship area comprising the idol of Lord Adinath and the second is the museum
including a hall. The museum hall gets the major attention due to its mind blowing
interiors made up in gold. This exquisite museum depicts the five stages (Panch
Kalyanak) in the life of Lord Adinath, in the stature of statues. With the dimensions
of 40 x 80 feet.
The astonishing and inimitable display of the shrine, made it to be recognized,
as the Golden Temple (Swarna Mandir). The hall displays a series of large gold plated
wooden figures depicting legends from Jain mythology. The entire hall is richly
adorned by glass mosaic, precious stones, gold and silver work. The place is also
popularly called Soni Ji Ki Nasiyan.
Behind the temple the Swarna Nagri Hall, is a must see for the gilt-edged wooden
depiction from Jain mythology and some gold plated sculptures that adorn the massive
hall.
Situated in the center of the town, and is also famous by the name Golden Temple,
due to this amazing and unique display.
The celestial appearance of the temple creates a kind of divine aura that appeals
to the mind of pilgrims and devotees. In the inner prayer chamber, small silver
balls hanging from the ceiling absolutely enthrall the onlooker. The posh interiors
of the temple boast of the aesthetic and rich taste of the Digambar Jains. In the
vein of other Jain architecture, Nasiyan Temple has high fortifications encircling
the temple complex. Jain Temple receives devotees, who come to pay their homage
to Lord Adinath, from all over India.
The temple opens at 8:30 am and it closes at 4.30 pm. The entry fee is fixed as
2 rupees.
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