Hathisingh Jain Temple: The Temple of 15th Jain Tirthankara

One of the magnificent Jain temples in Ahmedabad is Hathisingh Jain Temple. This architectural gem was built in 1848 by the Hatisingh Family. This temple is dedicated to the fifteenth Jain Tirthankara Dharamanath, his idol made of marble is established in the central sanctum of the temple.

Hathisingh Jain Temple History

It is said that the approximate cost to construct Hathisingh Jain Temple Ahmedabad was around 10 Lakhs Rupees. During the severe famine in Gujarat this temple was built, helping many skilled artisans and construction workers financially for two years. Today this temple is managed by the Hathisingh Family Trust.

Hathisingh Jain Temple Architecture

This two-storey temple has around 57 spires and 9 domes. The main entrance of the temple has a decorated arched gateway and a paved courtyard that is lined by 52 shrines, each of these shrines has an idol of one of the Tirthankars or Jain saints.

The architecture of the temple makes it look like a haveli. The temple also has some intricate latticework with geometrical and floral patterns. Not only that, the Hathisingh Jain Temple also has a rainwater harvesting system operating today. The two underground tanks supply the water to the temple. 

Just outside the temple is Manastambha which is approximately 78 feet tall. It was built in 2003 in remembrance of the 2500th birth anniversary of Lord Mahavira. The architecture of Manastambha is inspired by the Kirti Stambha at Chittore, Rajasthan. The exterior of the Manastambha has figures of Dikpalas or eight guardians of the eight directions carved on it.

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Best Time To Visit Hathisingh Jain Temple 

Restaurants Near Hathisingh Jain Temple

1. Kailashpati Restaurant
2. Premvati
3. Dosa Hub & Snacks
4. McDonald’s
5. Domino’s Pizza
6. China House
7. Jugaadi Spot
8. Oshwal

Top Hotels Near Hathisingh Jain Temple

1. Hotel Elysian Residency
2. Hyatt Regency Ahmedabad
3. Hotel Alka Inn
4. Hotel Cama – A Sabarmati Riverfront Hotel
5. Lemon Tree Premier – The Atrium

How To Reach Hathisingh Jain Temple

Via Rail

Via Air

Via Road

Hathisingh Jain Temple Nearby Places

1. Manek Chowk

A few lip-smacking must-try dishes at Manek Chowk are Mahalaxmi Pav bhaji, Balan special Ghotala Dosa, Jamun Shots and Ice cream Pineapple Sandwich for the sweet tooths, try ending the meal with the famous Kamlesh Patel’s Paan, which has been winning hearts since 1967.

2. The Calico Museum Of Textile

3. Sabarmati Ashram

4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial

This place originally served as a Mughal Palace known as Moti Shahi Mahal. It was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan during his reign in Gujarat as the governor,  he was just a prince back then.

5. Riverfront Flower Park

Some of the areas are the Flower Terraces, Flower Valley, Tricone Vatika, Lake Valley, Plant showcase gardens and Rose Garden, a Greenhouse showcasing shade-loving and exotic plants, and a food court.