Lodurva Jain Temple
लोद्रवा जैन मंदिर
The ancient capital that stood before Jaisalmer was founded. The rebuilt Jain temple has a finely carved stone gateway and a sculpture of the wish-granting kalpavriksha tree.
Lodurva was the capital of the Bhati dynasty until 1156, when the court moved to Jaisalmer and the town declined. The Parshvanath Jain Temple that stands today was rebuilt on the original site. Its entrance is a finely carved stone gateway, known as a torana. Inside is a metal kalpavriksha, the wish-fulfilling tree of Jain tradition. Legend says a sacred snake lives in the temple, and seeing it is considered a good omen. Entry costs about 50 rupees, cameras are charged separately, and the temple is open roughly 08:00 to 18:00. It is about 15 km from the town center and is often visited together with Amar Sagar.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Amar Sagar
- Bada Bagh
- Kuldhara Abandoned Village
- Vyas Chhatri
- Mandir Palace & Tazia Tower (Badal Vilas)
- Thar Heritage Museum
- Nathmal Ki Haveli
- Patwon Ki Haveli