Jain Svetambar Temple
Jain Svetambar Temple
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The area
Neighbourhood: Chandni Chowk
How to get there
- Chandni Chowk • 3 min walk
- Chawri Bazar • 10 min walk
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krys_k
London, UK666 contributions
Jan 2012 • Solo
The alley that leads to the temple is astonishingly intricate in woodwork design, and each building boasts a different vibrant colour - I haven't seen anything like this is India. It actually reminded me a little of Hoi An in Vietnam. You will need to pay a voluntary (read compulsory) contribution. Also, if you are like me, you will end up paying a second contribution to your guide, who will in around 60 seconds give you a mega-quick tour, where you will learn very little about this very interesting and peaceful religion. Best bet is to read up on Jainism and this temple before you visit so that you can experience its full potential.
Written 30 January 2012
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theJetSetNomad
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates21 contributions
Apr 2014 • Friends
This is by-far one of the best Jain temples I have been to. It is tucked away deep inside Chandni Chowk so make you ask around or preferably get a guide to explore the market. The intricate carvings on the ceilings and floors are spectacular to say the least. You will leave behind the cacophony of the market to enter a spectacular albeit small temple. Do not miss this temple as it truly represents Indian history and culture.
Written 22 April 2014
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bengtssonsofia
Hoor, Sweden17 contributions
Feb 2019 • Friends
As one of our un-planned stops we were taken here to visit during a loca singing ceremony. Loud slightly confusing and very special! No direct information available and donations asked for but still worth a visit and paintings and sculptures beautiful.
Written 28 February 2019
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NorthStar822588
69 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
This temple does not seem to be a tourist destination but it is worth a look if in the area. It is down a picturesque alley and although plain on the outside it is beautifully decorated inside. As reviewers have already mentioned, beware the chap that latches on to you as soon as you enter. He calls himself a guide, tells you nothing apart from the names of the gods and how beautiful the paintings/glass mosaic is. He then expects a tip. I had no problem with donating to the temple as the upper floor needs some serious restoration but not this so called guide.
Written 13 February 2019
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Kumar S
New Delhi, India420 contributions
Apr 2018 • Solo
One of the best Jain Temples in Delhi. Though the location is quite tacky but once you reach the temple you will be amazed by the marble work of temple. Amazing place to visit.
Written 31 May 2018
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Shilpamittal
New Delhi, India410 contributions
Mar 2016 • Friends
A very nice and peaceful temple to visit. Very good architectural work is present here. Worth visiting.
Written 23 November 2016
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Lucinda P
Brisbane, Australia353 contributions
Aug 2016 • Friends
Located in the alleyways beside the bazaar, the members of the jain sect have been living in this part of Dehli for centuries. Three stories high with intricate mosaics characteristic of the movement entrance is by donation. Beware the steep steps!
Written 16 November 2016
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rakeDelhi
New Delhi, India1,022 contributions
Jun 2015
A place of serene and a peaceful amosphere, it is lavishly decorated with intricate artwork on its pillars, walls and domes.It is situated at one end of a quiet alley off the main lane of the incredibly noisy Kinari Bazaar in Old Delhi, The temple is housed in a triple-storeyed marble building,the priests are dressed in pure white
Ground floor is the museum with all ifo of the Jain culture .
First floor is the pray area,central hall is awsome with mughal era photos,huge chandeliers
At a corner sits the dramatic black image of Lord Parasanath,m on a marble pedestal, with a carved golden canopy.
In the sanctum the statue has a silver crown, a forehead adorned with a diamond tilak and a pure gold necklace. The dome has gold leaves pasted on a base of natural glue extracted from trees. The silver-plated door, opening into the shrine, is sculptured with the icon of Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth.
The 2nd floor is more flamboyant with mosaics of Lord Mahavir.
If you are a believer Jain or other this place is a must must visit and take blssings
Ground floor is the museum with all ifo of the Jain culture .
First floor is the pray area,central hall is awsome with mughal era photos,huge chandeliers
At a corner sits the dramatic black image of Lord Parasanath,m on a marble pedestal, with a carved golden canopy.
In the sanctum the statue has a silver crown, a forehead adorned with a diamond tilak and a pure gold necklace. The dome has gold leaves pasted on a base of natural glue extracted from trees. The silver-plated door, opening into the shrine, is sculptured with the icon of Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth.
The 2nd floor is more flamboyant with mosaics of Lord Mahavir.
If you are a believer Jain or other this place is a must must visit and take blssings
Written 9 July 2015
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