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Hutheesing Jain Temple

Description

Hutheesing Temple is one of the best known Jain temples in Ahmedabad in Gujarat, India. It was constructed in 1848. The construction of the temple was initiated planned initially by Shet Hathisinh Kesari Singh, a wealthy Ahmedabad trader who died at the age of 49. The construction was supervised and completed further by his wife, Shethani Harkunvar. The total cost was approximately Rs. 8 lakh, a major sum of that time. The temple is devoted to Dharmanatha, the fifteenth Jain Tirthankar. The temple was architected by Premchand Salat.

History

Hutheesing family trust manages the temple. The Hutheesing family is a famous family of India, and they have built several Temples, Monasteries, Education and Welfare Institutes, Hospitals & Animal Shelters, Art-Culture & Heritage Foundations, as well as Trade and Industry, over the centuries which till today assist the people. They have been Titled & Honored by the Mogul Emperors, Rajput & Maratha Kings and British Rulers for their contributions. They were also known for their kindness as they were the first family to support Mahatma Gandhi in the fight for Independence.

Full Address

Hutheesing Jain Temple, Shahibaug Rd, Bardolpura, Delhi Darwaza, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380004

 

Type of Place

  • Temple
  • Historical

Prefered For

  • Couples
  • Family
  • Friends
  • Kids
  • Senior Citizen

Transportation

  • Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport.
  • Ahmedabad Railway Station

Important Information

  • Opens On All Days. Timing: 8:00 AM To 8:00 PM Phone: +91-79-26589172

Attraction

  • The architecture of the temple along with having a rich cultural history. The main deity in the form of Dharmanatha along with the 10 deities, five in the basement and five in the three-bay sanctuary. Famous Kirti Stambh of Hatheesing Jain temple. Stone sculpture at Hutheesigh Jain Mandir is also a major point of attraction.

Things to Buy

  • As everyone knows Gujarat is famous for the textile market one can buy some textile to make the trip memorable.

Things to Eat

  • Must taste the Gujarati Thali here along with the traditional snacks even you may taste Dhokla, Khakra, Khandvi with some Lassi, Buttermilk, and sweets like Ghevar, Malpua.

Things to enjoy

  • You can enjoy the Mahavir Jayanti festival which is the best-celebrated festival of this temple.