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Sonagiri
Sonagiri
77
Jain Temples
108
Steps to Top
9th c.
Earliest Temples
5
Tirthankaras
About Sonagiri
A hill of white temples sacred to Digambar Jains
Sonagiri (literally 'Golden Mountain') is a serene Jain pilgrim site in Datia district, 60 km from Gwalior. The hilltop is crowned by 77 white marble temples, the oldest dating from the 9th century.
Sonagiri is one of the most important pilgrimage centres of the Digambar Jain sect, dedicated principally to Bhagwan Chandraprabhu, the 8th Tirthankara.
At a Glance
Key facts and the best way to experience Sonagiri
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Location
Datia District, MP — 60 km from Gwalior
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Famous For
77 hilltop Jain temples, Digambar pilgrim site
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Best Season
October–March; Rath Yatra in Chaitra
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Time Needed
Half day from Gwalior
Heritage & Legacy
A timeline of devotion, history and natural majesty
9th c. — First Temples
The earliest temples are built atop Sonagiri Hill.
Medieval Expansion
Successive generations build more shrines, finally totalling 77.
Pilgrimage Status
Established as one of the foremost siddha kshetra of the Digambar Jain tradition.
Modern Trust Management
Bhagwan Chandraprabhu Trust now manages the temples.
Annual Festival
The annual Rath Yatra in Chaitra draws tens of thousands of pilgrims.
Top Attractions in Sonagiri
Must-see places on your visit
77 Hilltop Temples
A field of white marble shrines spread across the hill.
108 Steps Climb
A peaceful barefoot climb up 108 carved stone steps.
Annual Rath Yatra
The Chaitra festival sees a chariot procession of all 5 Tirthankaras.
Bhagwan Chandraprabhu Mandir
Bhagwan Shantinath Mandir
Mansthambh
Manastambha Pillar
Charan Chinha Shrine
Jain Museum
Datia Bir Singh Palace (16 km)
Sonagiri Dharamshala
How to Reach Sonagiri
Well connected by road, rail and air across Madhya Pradesh
By Train
Nearest station is Sonagiri (1 km); Datia (15 km) for fast trains.
By Air
Nearest airport is Gwalior (60 km).
By Bus / Road
Direct buses from Gwalior, Datia and Jhansi.
Places of Interest
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