About the Mandir
श्री सांवलिया सेठ मंदिर परिचय एवं इतिहास
The Miraculous Legend of 1840
How Lord Krishna manifested as Sanwaliya Seth in the sacred Mewar region of Rajasthan.
In the year 1840 AD (Vikram Samvat 1897), in the peaceful village of Chapar near Bhadsoda, a humble milkman named Bholaram Gurjar had a recurring divine dream. Lord Krishna appeared to him, revealing that three sacred black stone (*shyam varna*) idols were buried beneath an ancient banyan tree.
When the villagers excavated the indicated site under the guidance of the local elders, they were astonished to unearth three exquisitely carved stone idols of Lord Krishna with enchanting smiles and lotus eyes.
The largest and most magnificent idol was reverently brought to Mandphiya and enshrined in what is today the world-renowned Shri Sanwaliya Seth Mandir. The second idol was established at Bhadsoda, and the third remained at Chapar / Bagund.
"Lord Sanwaliya Seth is revered as the divine business partner (*Sajhedar*) who blesses honest trade, protects devotees from misfortunes, and turns faith into prosperity."
The Three Sacred Shrines
The divine triumvirate of shrines originating from the single holy manifestation of 1840.
मांडफिया (मुख्य धाम)
Mandphiya (Main Temple)
The grandest temple complex where the primary idol of Lord Sanwaliya Seth is enshrined. Visited by millions of devotees and business partners seeking blessings of prosperity.
भड़सोड़ा (प्राकट्य स्थल)
Bhadsoda (Prakatya Sthal)
The historic holy location where the 3 divine idols were unearthed beneath the ancient banyan tree. Features the 24-inch idol with the sacred Bhrigu Rishi footprint on the chest.
छापर / बागुंड धाम
Chapar / Bagund
The third idol of the 1840 discovery was established here by the local villagers with deep devotional reverence and continues to be a serene spiritual sanctuary.
Monumental Temple Architecture
An architectural masterpiece carved from authentic Pink Sandstone and Makrana Marble.
36-Foot Towering Shikhara
Designed following classic Nagara temple geometry, capped with a sacred golden kalash and saffron temple dhwaja visible from miles away.
Carved Marble Sabha Mandap
Supported by dozens of intricately hand-carved pillars depicting divine Leelas of Shri Krishna, floral jali patterns, and peacock brackets.
Gold-Leaf Garbhagriha
The inner sanctum sanctorum is lined with embossed brass and silver doors, creating a celestial ambience for daily aarti and darshan.
Shri Sanwaliya Mandir Trust
Dedicated to temple administration, pilgrim welfare, healthcare, education, and animal protection.
निःशुल्क अन्नक्षेत्र महाप्रसाद
Free Annakshetra (Bhandara)
Daily hygienic, wholesome meals served free to over 15,000 pilgrims and sadhus every single day without any discrimination.
निःशुल्क चिकित्सा एवं स्वास्थ्य सेवा
Shri Sanwaliya Charitable Hospital
Modern healthcare facilities, diagnostics, emergency care, and free medicines provided to rural communities and visiting pilgrims.
गौशाला एवं जीवदया प्रकल्प
Shree Sanwaliya Goshala
Caring for and nurturing over 2,000 indigenous cows with round-the-clock veterinary care, green fodder, and shelter.
शिक्षा सहयोग एवं वेद पाठशाला
Educational Scholarships & Veda Pathshala
Supporting underprivileged students with school fees, books, and running a traditional Sanskrit Veda Pathshala.
Contribute to Sacred Trust Welfare Projects
Your donations support daily Annakshetra, hospital operations, and goshala maintenance.