Naulakha Jain Temple, Rajgir is also covered in our Rajgir guide, which is the main page for it: Naulakha Jain Temple in the Rajgir guide.
The short answer
Naulakha Jain Temple, Rajgir: what visitors should know first
Yes, if you are travelling the Jain circuit to Rajgir. It is a quick, level stop of 30 to 45 minutes. Remove leather items and footwear, dress modestly, and check photography rules at the entrance.
History and context
The story behind Naulakha Jain Temple, Rajgir
The temple is a Jain pilgrimage shrine at the foot of Rajgir's hills, and its name records the traditional cost of building it. It houses an idol of Munisuvrata Swami, the twentieth Tirthankara, and serves as the gateway for pilgrims climbing to the hill temples.
Useful facts
Naulakha Jain Temple, Rajgir facts at a glance
- Location
- Foothills of Rajgir's five hills
- Faith
- Jainism
- Deity/dedication
- Munisuvrata Swami, the 20th Tirthankara
- Visitor note
- Remove leather items before entering
- Entry
- Free
Why it matters
Why Naulakha Jain Temple, Rajgir is worth your time
Pawapuri is where Mahavira passed away, and Rajgir is where Jain tradition says he spent several rainy seasons. A visit to the Naulakha temple connects the two and shows how the Jain pilgrimage in Bihar is spread across a short stretch of country.
It is also one of the easiest Jain temples in the area for older travellers: level, free and quick to visit. Combined with Pawapuri's water temple and Kundalpur, it gives a Jain-themed day that stays within a short drive.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
White marble temple
A clean, easy to visit temple at the foot of the hills.
- 02
Gateway to the hill temples
The starting point for pilgrims who climb Rajgir's hills.
- 03
An easy pause
Level ground and courtyard seating make it kind to older visitors.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Visit the Naulakha Jain Temple on the way into or out of Rajgir. The white marble temple stands at the foothills near the bazaar and is the starting point for pilgrims climbing to the Jain temples on the hills.
Leave your shoes and leather items at the gate, walk through the courtyard and spend a few minutes in front of the image of Munisuvrata Swami, the 20th Tirthankara. Take a seat in the courtyard if you need a rest.
The drive from Pawapuri to Rajgir is roughly 20 to 40 km depending on the source, so allow about an hour. Raahzo has a full Rajgir guide covering the hills, hot springs and the Vishwa Shanti Stupa.
Plan with confidence
Visit as a guest, not a spectator.
- Remove leather items and footwear
- Check photography rules at the entrance
- Combine with a Rajgir sightseeing day
- Allow about an hour for the drive from Pawapuri
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Foothills of Rajgir's five hills, near the main bazaar
- Time needed
- 30 to 45 minutes
- Best time
- Morning; October to March
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- The temple sits on level ground with a short flight of entrance steps. Courtyard seating is available and little walking is needed, so most older visitors can manage it comfortably.
- Tickets and access
- Free entry. Leather items such as belts, wallets and bags must be left outside or removed, as is customary at Jain temples. Photography rules vary and are usually posted at the entrance.
Best for
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Plan the practical part
Hotels near Naulakha Jain Temple, Rajgir
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Travelling with parents?
The temple sits on level ground with a short flight of entrance steps. Courtyard seating is available and little walking is needed, so most older visitors can manage it comfortably.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
How far is Rajgir from Pawapuri?
Sources give different figures from about 19 km to 38 km. Allow about an hour and confirm the route with your driver.
Is there an entry fee?
Entry is free.
Can I take leather items inside?
No. Leave belts, wallets and bags outside, as is customary at Jain temples.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
