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( July 2016 ) Ajmer Jain temple Soniji Ki Nasiyan Ajmer Jain Temple Location within Rajasthan Basic information Location Ajmer, Rajasthan Geographic coordinates 26 ° 27 ′ N 74 ° 38 ′ E ﻿ / ﻿ 26.45 ° N 74.64 ° E ﻿ / 26.45 ; 74.64 Coordinates : 26 ° 27 ′ N 74 ° 38 ′ E ﻿ / ﻿ 26.45 ° N 74.64 ° E ﻿ / 26.45 ; 74.64 Affiliation Jainism Deity Rishabhanatha Festivals Mahavir Jayanti Architectural description Creator Seth Moolchand Soni Date established 1864 - 1895 Part of a series on Jainism Jain prayers Bhaktamara Stotra Micchami Dukkadam Ṇamōkāra mantra Jai Jinendra Philosophy Anekantavada Cosmology Ahimsa Karma Dharma Mokṣa Kevala Jnana Dravya Tattva Brahmacharya Aparigraha Gunasthana Saṃsāra Ethics Ethics of Jainism Sallekhana Major figures The 24 Tirthankaras Rishabha Pārśva Mahavira Arihant Ganadhara Kundakunda Siddhasena Samantabhadra Haribhadra Yashovijaya Major sects Digambara Śvētāmbara Texts Samayasāra ( Digambara ) Pravachanasara ( Digambara ) Agama ( Shwetambara ) Tattvartha Sutra Dravyasamgraha ( Digambara ) Kalpa Sūtra ( Shwetambara ) Other History Jain flag Jain symbols Parasparopagraho Jivanam Schools and Branches Timeline Topics list Festivals Diwali Mahavir Jayanti Paryushana Samvatsari Pilgrimages Tirth Abu Palitana Girnar Shikharji Shravanabelagola Jainism portal The Ajmer Jain temple, also known as Soniji Ki Nasiyan, is an architecturally rich Jain temple. It was built in the late nineteenth century. The main chamber, known as the Swarna Nagari `` City of Gold '', has several gold - plated wooden figures, depicting several figures in the Jain religion. This golden chamber of the temple uses 1000 kg of gold to carve out depiction of Ayodhya. Kurt Titze, in his book, `` Jainism : A Pictorial Guide to the Religion of Non-Violence '' ( 1998, p. 143 ), writes on Soniji Ki Nasiyan : `` Ajmer 's main attraction is - for the Jainas - the prominently situated Nasiayan Digambara Temple, or rather the two - storied Svarana Nagara Hall behind the temple, better known as the Museum. Both the temple and the museum were built and are still owned by the Soni family of Ajmer. The temple, dedicated to Rishabha or Adinatha in 1865, was constructed of red sandstone in a matter of a few years, but it took twenty - five years, from 1870 to 1895, to fashion - by artisans at Jaipur - the thousands of individual parts required to assemble a three - dimensional replica of the story of Rishabha in accordance with an old manuscript by Acharya Jinasena. The thought to have such a three - dimensional model for educational purposes occurred to Seth Moolchand Soni, who was born in 1830, only after the completion of the temple. His death in 1891 prevented him from seeing his ambitious work in its finished state. In many Jaina temples one sees painted or figurative representations of the ' five auspicious events ' ( pancha - kalyanak ) in the life of every Tirthankara : conception, birth, renunciation, enlightenment, and salvation ( moksha or nirvana ). The one at Ajmer, now over a hundred years old, is by far the largest and most artistic plastic representation of that much - loved mythological narrative. A specially designed hall of 24.3 m by 12.2 m had to be built to display it effectively. It is open to visitors of all religions every day all the year round for a very small entry fee. '' Contents 1 History 2 Svarna Nagri 3 Photo gallery 4 See also 5 References 5.1 Sources 5.2 Citation History Depiction of Ayodhya Greatly revered by the Digambar sect of the Jains, the Nasiyan temple is dedicated to Lord Rishabhdev, first of the 24 tirthankara by Rai Bahadur Seth Moolchand and Nemichand Soni. It is situated on Prithvi Raj Marg in Ajmer, the heart of Rajasthan state in India. The foundation of this magnificent Jain temple was laid on 10 October 1864 and the image of the first Tirthankar Lord Rishabhdev ( Adinath ), was installed in the Sanctum Sanctorum on 26 May 1865. This work was carried out under the able guidance of the great scholar Pandit Sadasukhdasji of Jaipur. The name of the temple is Siddhkoot Chaityalaya. It is also known as ' Red Temple ' as it is built of red sand stone or ' Nasiyan of Seth Moolchand Soni ' signifying the founder 's name. After the Svarna Nagri was added to the temple in 1895 A.D. it popularly began to be called as ' Sone ka Mandir ' or ' Soni Mandir ' emphasizing the golden structure as well as the family name. The halls of this temple are adorned with fascinating series of large, gilt wooden figures and delicate paintings that display scenes from Jain scriptures. Main Temple The entrance gate of the temple is made of red sand stone brought from Karauli. In front of the gateway is the marble staircase, leading to the main temple, which is embellished with the images of the Tirthankars. Vedi 's The central image is of Lord Rishabhdev seated in the `` Samavasarana '' - in which He imparts true knowledge to the suffering humanity, so that they get liberated from the entanglements of life and death. In the year 2005, the 3 Vedi 's were renovated and all the idols of Tirthankaras were re-installed amidst religious rituals and ceremonies. In this portion only Jains are allowed to perform their religious rituals. Shantinath statue 54 feet Shantinatha statue is being built here. This statue will be the largest shantinath statue in the world. Manastambha Manasthamba On entering this historical temple one gets the view of the beautifully and artistically designed 82 feet high Manastambha. R.B. Seth Tikamchand Soni laid the foundation and R.B. Seth Sir Bhagchand Soni built this Manastambha. He, along with his sons Prabhachand, Nirmalchand & Sushilchand consecrated and installed the images of the Jain Tirthankars in it. A big function was held for ten days in June 1953, where along with the members of the Soni family, thousands of others participated. Library In the year 1974, in the auspicious presence of 108 Acharya Vidyasagar Maharaj, a big library was established by R.B. Seth Sir Bhagchand Soni. The library houses rare Jain scriptures which are extensively used for research by scholars. Visitors The temple is being visited by many tourists annually. Distinguished Visitors include India 's first President Dr. Rajendra Prasad, Prime Ministers Jawaharlal Nehru, Indra Gandhi, Morarji Desai & Rajiv Gandhi, Commander - in - Chief General K.M. Kariappa. Pre independence the Viceroy and Vicerene of India Lord & Lady Irwin and Lady Willingdon also visited. Svarna Nagri It came to R.B. Seth Moolchand Soni 's mind that 5 Kalyanakas of Lord Rishabhdev could be displayed in models. Accordingly, the work started in Jaipur and it took 25 years to complete these replicas of Ayodhya and Mount Sumeru. The whole structure, covered with gold leaf, is made according to the descriptions contained in Adi Purana written by His Holiness Shri Jina Sen Acharya. On completion, the models were displayed in Museum Hall in Jaipur. A big fair was celebrated for ten days in 1895 A.D which was attended by H.H. Maharaja Madhosinghji of Jaipur. The models were thereafter installed in the building behind the Main Temple. This Hall is richly painted in variegated colours, and the walls and ceiling are covered with glass mosaic work. Garbha Kalyanak ( Conception ) : Depiction of Sixteen Dreams The great soul of the Lord is emulated and glorified by the celestials even six months before He comes into his mother 's womb. Saudharma Indra, the Lord of the celestials, ordered Kubera to rain down priceless jewels in the palace of his father Maharaj Nabhiraj, thus announcing the coming of the Saviour of the World. The golden city of Ayodhya was constructed by the celestials according to the wishes of Indra. After six months, the mother Marudevi saw sixteen symbolic dreams, signifying that she was going to be the mother of The Tirthankar. Janma Kalyanak ( Birth ) : Depiction of Procession of Celestials When Lord Rishabhdev was born in the royal palace in the center of Ayodhya, the thrones of Indras vibrated indicating the birth of the Divine Child. The celestials marched towards the city with great majesty. Indra, after completing three rounds of the city took the Baby Tirthankar on the ' Airawat ' ( Elephant ) to Mt. Sumeru. On this golden mountain lies Panduk Shila upon which the Baby Tirthankar was seated for Mahabhisheka ( the great sacred ablution ) ceremony. The ablution was performed by the waters of the distant ocean Kshira Samudra, brought in 1008 huge pitchers. After this, the celestial company returned the Baby Tirthankar to the Palace of Maharaj Nabhiraj leaving several celestials as child playmates with Him. Rishabhdev attained manhood and succeeded his father to the throne of Ayodhya. Tap Kalyanak ( Renunciation ) : Rishabhanatha in meditation As Rishabhdev became engrossed in worldly affairs, Indra appeared before Him with Apsara Nilanjana. She danced before Him and suddenly disappeared, discarding her mortal coil. This reminded Rishabhdev of the transient nature of the World and He decided to renounce it. Installing in his place his eldest son Bharat, He left the palace followed by 4000 other kings. Indra followed by the other celestials, took Rishabhdev in procession to the Triveni, the confluence of the Ganges, the Jamuna and the Saraswati at Prayag ( Allahabad ) where under the shade of the Akshayavat ( sacred Banyan Tree ) Rishabhdev gave up the world, including his clothes and gave himself to contemplation. He pulled out his hair ( Kesh Lonch ) by his own hands depicting his extreme detachment to all worldly and bodily comforts. Lord Rishabhdev took his first meal after one year of austerities and penance. Raja Shreyans, the king of Hastinapur, had the good fortune of being the first person to offer him a meal in the form of Sugarcane Juice on the 3rd day of the bright fortnight of the month of Vaishakha. This occasion is celebrated even today as `` Akshaya Triteeyaa ''. Keval Jnan Kalyanak ( Omniscience ) : Rishabhanatha moving over golden lotus after attaining Omniscience After 1000 years of austerities and penance, Lord Rishabhdev attained Keval Jnan ( Omniscience ) at Mount Kailash. Indra arranged a beautiful place of congregation known as `` Samavasarana '' where the Lord preached the doctrine of non-attachment to the world. Celestials, humans, and even birds & animals gathered to listen to Him. Tirthankars attain the power of walking in sky after attaining Omniscience. 225 Golden lotuses are placed beneath the Lord 's feet during his travel by Indra. Moksha Kalyanak : On Mount Kailash where Lord Rishabhdev attained Salvation or Nirvana, his eldest son Bharat, the first Chakravartin ( emperor of Bharat Kshetra ), constructed seventy two magnificent golden temples. Photo gallery Entrance of the temple Main vedi with Rishabhanatha idol Depiction of Mount Sumeru Depiction of Celestial Air Ship Depiction of new born Rishabhanatha with her mother Depiction of Baby Rishabhanatha on Airawat Elephant Dance of Apsara Nilanjana Rishabhanatha performing `` Kesh Lonch '' Shreyans, the king of Hastinapur offering Sugarcane juice to Rishabhanatha Rishabhanatha in Samosharan on Mount Kailash Jain Museum, Ajmer See also Jainism portal Nareli Jain Temple Jainism in Rajasthan References Wikimedia Commons has media related to Ajmer Jain temple. Sources Jump up ^ `` This Temple In Rajasthan Has A Golden Chamber Where 1000kg Of Gold Was Used To Carve Out Depictions Of Ayodhya. It 's Truly Mesmerizing ! ''. Daily Bhaskar. Jul 24, 2017. Retrieved Jul 29, 2017. ^ Jump up to : Titze & Bruhn, p. 143. ^ Jump up to : Guides 2016, p. 269. Jump up ^ AJMER, SONIJI KI NASIYAN, Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation, retrieved Jul 29, 2017 Jump up ^ Rajasthan Patrika & 54 feet statue will be installed in Ajmer. Jump up ^ `` Magazine Jain Culture Temples India Rajasthan ► Ajmer ► Soniji Ki Nasiyan ''. Herenow4u.net. Retrieved 18 May 2012. Jump up ^ Abram & Guides 2003, p. 186. Jump up ^ India. `` Soniji Ki Nasiyan, National Highway 79, Ajmer Tourist Attractions & Sightseeing, Attractions & Landmark CitySeekr ''. Jaipur.cityseekr.com. Retrieved 18 May 2012. Citation Guides, Rough ( 2016 ), The Rough Guide to India, Rough Guides UK, ISBN 9780241295397, retrieved Jul 29, 2017 Titze, Kurt ; Bruhn, Klaus ( 1998 ). Jainism : A Pictorial Guide to the Religion of Non-violence. Motilal Banarsidass Publ. ISBN 978 - 81 - 208 - 1534 - 6. Abram, David ; Guides, Rough ( 2003 ). The Rough Guide to India. Rough Guides. ISBN 9781843530893. 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Answer: The Ajmer Jain temple, also known as Soniji Ki Nasiyan