Hanumantal Bada Jain Mandir - History, Timings & Entry Fee

At a distance of 3 km from Jabalpur Junction, Hanumantal Bada Jain Mandir is a historical temple located in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. Situated near Hanuman Tal, it is one of the most visited tourist places in Jabalpur.

Hanumantal Bada Jain Mandir is a place of worship in the Jain religion situated on the waterfront of Hanuman Taal. The temple was established in 1686 and was renovated once in the 19th century and has stood the test of time since. The temple houses 22 shrines making it the largest independent functioning Jain temple in India. The temple houses several images from the Kalachuri period (10-12th century), including an ornately crafted image of Lord Adinath. It also has many Mughal period, Maratha period, and British period images, along with those installed after India's Independence.

The temple appears like a fortress with numerous shikharas. The Hanumantal Bada Jain Mandir has 22 shrines dedicated to various deities in the Jain religion, including one sanctum which houses the shrine of Padmavati, the revered Jain goddess. The sanctum sanctorum of Goddess Padmavat was built in 1886 by Bholanath Singhai, who also helped initiate the first two Hitkarini Sabha schools. It is the main Jain temple in Jabalpur, the annual Jain procession on the birthday of Lord Mahavira starts from here and terminates at Bada Fuhara. Daily shastra-sabha and evening classes are held.

Timings: 8 AM - 7 PM

Entry: Free