Shri Vishwa Maitri Dham Borij Jain Tirth, Near Akshardham, Borij,Gandhinagar,Gujarat

Borij Jain Derasar, also known as Vishwamaitri Dham Jain Tirth, is a stunning and peaceful Jain temple near Akshardham, Gandhinagar. It is a significant pilgrimage site featuring intricate carvings, a tranquil atmosphere, and essential amenities like Dharmashala (resting facility) and Bhojanshala (dining hall).

The temple’s main deity (Mulnayak) is Bhagwan Mahavir, whose idol is made of five metals. The temple complex also has multiple floors, a basement, and additional Shikharbandh Derasars.

Borij Mahavirswami Jain Derasar is a stunning temple known for its huge structure, peaceful ambiance, and intricate architecture. The brass Mahavir Swami statue is splendid and radiates serenity, making it a perfect place for devotion. Conveniently located opposite Akshardham, the temple offers excellent facilities, including a Bhojanshala, a Dharmashala, and ample parking. The devotional vibes and well-maintained amenities make it a serene retreat for visitors. It’s a must-visit destination for spirituality and tranquility.

Borij, the small village near Gandhinagar becomes very popular for it beautiful Jain Derasar also known as Borij Tirth is dedicated to Lord Mahavir Swami and located opposite to Sector 20 and Akshardham, Gandhinagar. This historical teerth is highly sacred in Jain community where 81 inches tall and 64 inches wide idol of Shree Mahavirswami placed, made from 5 types of metals and around 16 tons of weight. This 108 feet tall, 245 feet long and 205 feet wide temple was constructed during Vikram Samvat 2053 to 2059. Along with idols of lord Mahavir Swami, various ancient idols placed in museum in the basement. It is said that around 80 years back idols of Lord Mahavirswami, Lord Parshwanathji and Lord Neminath were found from here and then Pethapur Shangh had placed idols here. After long time this huge Jain Teerth at Borij was constructed and now managed by the Vishwamaitri Dham Shree Borij Teerth Pedhi trust.

Very huge Jain temple. Very neat and clean Staff is very cooperative.
Idol of Bhagwan Mahavir is of five metals and it is very attractive. At the entrance of Left side precious black stone temple is there.

Apart from this many other ancient idols of King Samprati’s period are placed in a museum in the basement here which includes a rare idol of Shree Parshvanathji carved out of a precious stone.

About 80 years back, ancient idols of Shree Mahavirswami Bhagwan, Shree Parshvanathji and Shree Neminathji were discovered by a farmer here. Inspired by Acharya Shree Buddhaisagarsurishvarji, the Pethapur Sangha established the idols here. Many years later, the development of the Borij Teerth was mentioned by Acharya Shree Padmasagarsurishvarji at a consecration ceremony at Kathmandu in Nepal in 1996. In 1997, Shree Mukeshbhai, the son of Shree Navinchandra Jagabhai Shah recalled the same and vowed to undertake this task. Thus was built the magnificent Vishwamaitridham Teerth, funded solely by the Seth Shree Navinchandra Jagabhai Shah family. The foundation for the same was laid in Vikram Year 2053 and the consecration was done on the 6th day (Shukla Paksha) of the Maha month in Vikram Year 2059.