8 Jain Temples In India That You Can Visit. See Pics

One of the first religions to have its origins in India is Jainism. Jain temples, however, are much more than simply houses of worship for their architecture is unmatched by any other.

By : ABP News Bureau | Updated at : 08 Jan 2023 03:28 PM (IST)

8 Jain Temples In India That You Can Visit. See Pics

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Lal Mandir- Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir is oldest Jain Temple in old Delhi, dedicated to the Tirthankara or Lord Parashvanath. It is located opposite Red Fort and is one of the best-known Jain Temples in India. (Image Source: Getty)

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Gomateshwara Statue- The Gommatesvara monument, which is the tallest monolithic statue in the world, was erected in the 10th century by Chamundaraya, the commander of King Rajamalla of the Ganga dynasty. The statue of Lord Bahubali highlights the temple. Inscriptions at the base of the statue are written in Tamil and Kannada. The statue is bathed in milk, saffron, ghee, and curd during the Mahamastakabhisheka festival, which is held once every 12 years. (Image Source: Getty)

Published at : 08 Jan 2023 03:28 PM (IST)

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