Kamaldah Jain Temple

Kamaldah Jain Temple is a historic Jain temple located in the Kamaldah locality of Patna City, Patna, Bihar. Dedicated to Lord Neminatha, the 22nd Jain Tirthankara, it is one of the oldest Jain temples in the region, believed to have been built in the late 18th century around 1729. The temple is noted for its traditional Jain architecture, marble idols, and association with Jain Acharya Sthulabhadra, attracting devotees and visitors interested in religious heritage.

Visitors can expect a peaceful temple complex in the old Patna City area with a main shrine housing marble idols of Jain Tirthankaras, pillared halls, and traditional Jain architectural details. The surroundings are urban and densely settled. Visitors can explore the prayer hall, view religious icons and artwork, observe daily rituals, and experience a quiet devotional atmosphere. The temple is an active place of worship with devotees performing darshan and prayers.

Kamaldah Jain Temple is believed to have been constructed in 1729 during the late Mughal period, making it one of the oldest Jain temples in Patna. It is dedicated to Lord Neminatha and is traditionally associated with Jain Acharya Sthulabhadra, who is said to have stayed in the area. The temple reflects the long-standing presence of Jainism in ancient Pataliputra.

The temple is an important religious centre for the Jain community in Patna and Bihar and serves as a place of daily worship, festivals and pilgrimage. It represents Jain architectural and devotional traditions in an urban setting and is valued for its religious and cultural heritage alongside other historic sites of Patna City.