Sanganer is located 16 Kms from Jaipur. It is also known for exquisite Jain temples. Moreover, it is an important centre for crafts and hand-printed textiles that is internationally famous. The ancient Shri Digamber Jain temple of Sanganer has fine carvings that are comparable to the Dilwara temples of Mount Abu that are built in many phases. Last phase of this spectacular temple was completed in 10th century A.D., according to inscription of V.S. 1011 in one of the pylons (Toranas). It has sky-high ‘shikharas’ (spires) and the inner sanctum is a stone shrine with skyhigh eight Shikharas (Pinnacles). This temple is seven storied.
How to Reach:
By Road: – Jaipur city is the capital of the state and is centrally located. The National Highway No.8 links Delhi to Ahmedabad and No.11, linking Bikaner to Agra passes through Jaipur district to a total length of 366 kms.
By Rail:– Sanganer Railway Station is the nearest. Taxi, Tempo, City Bus and Rickshaw are available.
By Air: -Jaipur is connected by air with Jodhpur, Udaipur, Aurangabad, Delhi, Bombay and outside the country.
Nearby Places:
Sh. Padampura ji-22 Kilometers.
Sh. Mahavirji-184 Kilometers
Sh. Choolgiriji (Khaniyaji)-20 Kilometers.
Dharamshala:
Shri Digamber Jain Atishaya Kshetra Mandir,
Sanghiji, Jain, Mohalla,
Sanganer, Jaipur – 303902.
Phone 0141-2730390, 2731952
