Jain temples, Kundalpur
Jain temple · Mahavira (held by Digambaras to have been born here); also Rishabhanatha and Gau · Kundalpur, Nalanda, Bihar
Digambara Jains come because they hold this to be Kundgram, the birthplace of Mahavira
A complex of six temples built in yellow Jaisalmer stone, established in 2003 under Ganini Gyanmati Mataji, with a principal shikhara rising 51 ft topped by a golden flag. Five temples hold idols of Mahavira, Rishabhanatha and Gautama Swami; a separate building holds images of 72 Jinas. The modern complex stands about 1 km from the older Simhamukhi Teela temple. Dharamshala accommodation for pilgrims is available on site. Note that the Digambara claim that this is Mahavira's birthplace is disputed - other Jain traditions place it at Basukund near Vaishali.
Plan your visit
- Best season
- September to April" (Bihar Tourism)
- Area
- Pawapuri
Festivals
- Kundalpur Mahotsav, held on Mahavir Janma Kalyanak (Mahavir Jayanti, March–April)
Yatras that include Jain temples
- Jain Yatra: His birthplace by the Digambara account, a short drive from Nalanda.
Experiences here
- Diwali at Pawapuri: For Jains, Diwali is the night Mahavira attained nirvana — here
Tirtham can arrange here
Guide, car and stay around Pawapuri
Nearby places
- Pavapuri (Jal Mandir): Where Bhagwan Mahavira attained nirvana
- Samosharan Temple, Pawapuri: Pilgrims come to the spot of Mahavira's last preaching assembly, usually in the same visit as the Jal...
- Gaon Mandir, Pawapuri: It marks the exact place of Mahavira's nirvana
Questions pilgrims ask
Why is Jain temples important?
A complex of six temples built in yellow Jaisalmer stone, established in 2003 under Ganini Gyanmati Mataji, with a principal shikhara rising 51 ft topped by a golden flag. Five temples hold idols of Mahavira, Rishabhanatha and Gautama Swami; a separate building holds images of 72 Jinas. The modern complex stands about 1 km from the older Simhamukhi Teela temple. Dharamshala accommodation for pilgrims is available on site. Note that the Digambara claim that this is Mahavira's birthplace is disputed - other Jain traditions place it at Basukund near Vaishali.
When is the best time to visit Jain temples?
September to April" (Bihar Tourism).
Which festivals are celebrated at Jain temples?
Kundalpur Mahotsav, held on Mahavir Janma Kalyanak (Mahavir Jayanti, March–April).
Can Tirtham plan a yatra to Jain temples?
Yes. Tell us how long you have and who is going, and Tirtham plans the days, the guide, the car and the stay.
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