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Sarnath Jain Temple
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Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi -
December 26, 2025
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December 26, 2025 
Important Days and Dates
- Mahavir Jayanti – Celebrated in March or Aprill
- Paryushan Parva – August or September
- Diwali – October or November (Nirvana of Lord Mahavira)
- Kartik Purnima – November (Special prayers and gatherings)
How to Reach
Delhi to Sarnath Jain Temple:
- By Air: Fly from Delhi to Varanasi Airport (Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport), then take a taxi to Sarnath (approx. 25 km).
- By Train: Trains from New Delhi to Varanasi Junction; from there hire a cab or auto-rickshaw.
- By Road: Delhi to Varanasi via NH19; then proceed to Sarnath.
Ahmedabad to Sarnath Jain Temple:
- By Air: Flight from Ahmedabad to Varanasi (direct or via Delhi), then taxi to Sarnath.
- By Train: Ahmedabad Junction to Varanasi Junction; then local transport to Sarnath.
- By Road: Long-distance road travel via Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh.
History of the Temple
Sarnath Jain Temple is an important pilgrimage site for Jain devotees. Sarnath is believed to be the birthplace of the 11th Jain Tirthankara, Lord Shreyansanath. The temple was constructed to commemorate this sacred association. The architecture of the temple reflects traditional Jain design with a serene atmosphere suitable for meditation and worship. The temple complex includes idols of Jain Tirthankaras and is maintained by Jain trusts. Sarnath is also globally known as a major Buddhist site, which adds to the spiritual significance of the region.
Description
Important Days and Dates
- Mahavir Jayanti – Celebrated in March or Aprill
- Paryushan Parva – August or September
- Diwali – October or November (Nirvana of Lord Mahavira)
- Kartik Purnima – November (Special prayers and gatherings)
How to Reach
Delhi to Sarnath Jain Temple:
- By Air: Fly from Delhi to Varanasi Airport (Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport), then take a taxi to Sarnath (approx. 25 km).
- By Train: Trains from New Delhi to Varanasi Junction; from there hire a cab or auto-rickshaw.
- By Road: Delhi to Varanasi via NH19; then proceed to Sarnath.
Ahmedabad to Sarnath Jain Temple:
- By Air: Flight from Ahmedabad to Varanasi (direct or via Delhi), then taxi to Sarnath.
- By Train: Ahmedabad Junction to Varanasi Junction; then local transport to Sarnath.
- By Road: Long-distance road travel via Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh.
History of the Temple
Sarnath Jain Temple is an important pilgrimage site for Jain devotees. Sarnath is believed to be the birthplace of the 11th Jain Tirthankara, Lord Shreyansanath. The temple was constructed to commemorate this sacred association. The architecture of the temple reflects traditional Jain design with a serene atmosphere suitable for meditation and worship. The temple complex includes idols of Jain Tirthankaras and is maintained by Jain trusts. Sarnath is also globally known as a major Buddhist site, which adds to the spiritual significance of the region.
