This Digamber Jain pilgrim centre is 90 Kms by rail from Sawai Madhopur on the Delhi-Mumbai Broad gauge route. The main temple is inside in enclosure known as katla. According to a legend , status of Shri Mahavirji, the 24th Jain Tirthankar, was unearthed by a cowherd a few hundred years back. The place, in due course of time, became a pilgrim centre and attracts Jain community from far and wide.

The temple of Shri Mahavirji combines the modern & ancient style of architecture. It is raised on hung platform and is built mostly of white sandstone. The main Chattries (cenotaphs) are visible from a distance and are built of red sandstone. The walls of the temple are illustrated with carvings of religious scenes.

 

A main Stambh (Tower) made of marble is installed in front of the main temple. Devotees pay special homage at this point to the Chattries erected bearing the footprints of Shri Mahavirji. An annual fair is also held here which attracts Minas, Gujars Jains and people of other communities in large numbers. The fair last for the five days and ends with a colourful Ratha yatra.

How to reach

100 Kms from Sawai Madhopur, 125 from Agra. Direct trains connecting it from Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur. 75 Kms from Bharatpur.

Where to Stay

Sawai Madhopur

Oberoi Vanya Vilas, Sawai Madhopur Lodge, Tiger Moon, Tiger Den, Ranthambore Bagh