Jain Temple Osian

An important pilgrimage of the Oswal Jain community.

Jain Temple in Osian Rajasthan

Tour of Osian Jain Temple, Unique Golden Idole of Mahaveer Swami made of sand and cow milk (acording to a local legend) and Explore other sand stone carved temples in the same complex including Guru Ratna Prabhu Suri Ji, Adi Nath Ji and picturous Toranna Dwar 'Gate"

Jain Mahavira Temple is in the back streets of Osian near Jodhpur worth visiting whilst in the desert state of Rajasthan. This temple is amongst the oldest Jain temple (9th century) In the center of the temple lies the gigantic 32 inch sand & cow milk statue of Lord Mahavira in the padmasana posture, Some great carvings and a beautiful painted story board of the life of the last Tirthankara very beautiful sand stone carvings The level of peace and tranquility maintained here is unmatchable. It is great place to go. It has a good dharamshala and Bhojnalay next door for those keen to stay and have Jain food in Osian town. Very well preserved temple given that it is so old (2000 Years old). From the outside it looked like nothing, but once you step inside the silence and peace is overwhelming. We were lucky to be told the history of the temple and the idols by our guide. It was absolutely stunning and completely unexpected. The location is off the beaten track but worth making the effort, an to also see the sun temple ruins. . On the route from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer must visit places & things to do :

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  • Visit Osian Jain temple one of the oldest and most important Jain pilgrim center in Rajasthan, built in soft red sand-stone and has stunning intricate patterns which speak of bespoke workmanship.
  • Kumbhalgarh Fort which has perimeter walls that extend 36 km long wall which is the world second big wall after the Great Wall of China.
  • Staying with the local family at a village home stay in desert
  • Walk through the back streets of Osian to discover architectural wonders of Osian Rajasthan.
  • Ride on the one humped camel which makes this trip/safari more interesting.
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Things To Bring On Desert Treks

Some of the basic things you must bring in the desert tour.

  • Visit Osian Jain temple one of the oldest and most important Jain pilgrim center in Rajasthan, built in soft red sand stone stone and has stunning intricate patterns which speak of bespoke workmanship.
  • Kumbhalgarh Fort which has perimeter walls that extend 36 km long wall which is the world second big wall after the Great Wall of China.
  • Staying with the horse man’s family at a horse breeding farm.
  • Walk the elephant hill of Narlai or discover local way of life on a community walk.
  • Ride on the pure breed of the Marwari horses which makes this trip more interesting.

One can get to know A to Z about Marwari horse breed, we can help you to find a good Marwari horse at real stable cost if one interests.

Useful Information about Osian Jain temple

It’s a good idea to do this trip by car and driver. It’s not needed to start very early or late because the Jain temple at Osian remains open from Sunrise (06:00am) till Sunset (05:00pm) and the road trip will takes about one hour & half from Jodhpur to Osian Jain temple.
So either it will be good to start in morning 9:00 am or you can do this trip after lunch in afternoon.
The distance from Jodhpur to Osian is about 65 KM oneway.


    Included
  • Jain temple of Osian built in soft sandstone slightly red in colours, carved pillars, Sabha Mandaps and Grabh Grah and has stunning intricate patterns which speak of bespoke workmanship.
  • Kumbhalgarh Fort which has perimeter walls that extend 36 km long wall which is the world second big wall after the Great Wall of China.
  • Staying with the horse man’s family at a horse breeding farm.
  • Walk the elephant hill of Narlai or discover local way of life on a community walk.
  • Ride on the pure breed of the Marwari horses which makes this trip more interesting.
    Excluded
  • Jain temple of Ranakpur built in soft white marble stone (1444 pillars) and has stunning intricate patterns which speak of bespoke workmanship.
  • Kumbhalgarh Fort which has perimeter walls that extend 36 km long wall which is the world second big wall after the Great Wall of China.
  • Staying with the horse man’s family at a horse breeding farm.
  • Walk the elephant hill of Narlai or discover local way of life on a community walk.
  • Ride on the pure breed of the Marwari horses which makes this trip more interesting.

Other Plans If you prefer to choose your own trips, with your own duration, Contact us to organise tailor made camel and jeep safari, temple visit and camping at Osian desert for one night or more nights, village home stays, Taxi with driver tour of Rajasthan for your family and friends!!.

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