Soniji Ki Nasiyan (Ajmer Jain Temple)
सोनीजी की नसियां
A red sandstone Jain temple housing the 'Golden City', a gold-leaf model of the Jain cosmos that dazzles with its splendor.
Soniji Ki Nasiyan was built between 1864 and 1895 and is dedicated to Rishabhanatha, the first Jain Tirthankara. Its red sandstone exterior gives it the nickname 'Red Temple'. The highlight is the Golden City (Swarna Nagari) on the second-floor hall, a gold-leaf wood carving that recreates the cities, palaces, flying vehicles and Mount Meru of the Jain view of the cosmos. It is said to have used over a thousand kilograms of gold in its decoration. Entry costs about INR 10–50, and non-believers may only visit the exhibition hall.
Opening hours
About 08:30–17:30
Nearby sights
- Akbari Fort & Museum
- Ajmer Sharif Dargah
- Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra
- Taragarh Fort
- Ana Sagar Lake
- Foy Sagar Lake
- Nareli Jain Temple
- Varaha Ghat & Varaha Temple