Jain Temple, Mumbai (must see)
Built in 1904, the Jain Temple is also known as Babu Amichand Panalal Adishwarji Jain Temple and is dedicated to Lord Adishwar, the first Jain Tirthankar or Arihant (omniscient).
The main entrance of the temple has two delightfully sculpted stone elephants and the sheer beauty of the temple mesmerizes its visitors instantly. The beautiful frescoes on the walls depicting the life of the 24 Jain Tirthankars capture the attention of the tourists as well as devotees alike. The serenity of the place instils a sense of belonging to the temple. The peace and quiet inside the temple premises release one from all the worries of the world.
This temple is much larger than any other Jain temple and has idols of Shri Ghantakaran Mahavir, Ganesha and the black marble shrine dedicated to Lord Parsvanath. The idol of Ganesha takes us back in history to the common origins of Hinduism and Jainism. The dome of the temple is decorated with zodiac signs. For the beauty of the temple and the architecture and the inner peace, it bestows upon all its visitors, the Jain Temple in Mumbai is a must visit if you are in the city.
The main entrance of the temple has two delightfully sculpted stone elephants and the sheer beauty of the temple mesmerizes its visitors instantly. The beautiful frescoes on the walls depicting the life of the 24 Jain Tirthankars capture the attention of the tourists as well as devotees alike. The serenity of the place instils a sense of belonging to the temple. The peace and quiet inside the temple premises release one from all the worries of the world.
This temple is much larger than any other Jain temple and has idols of Shri Ghantakaran Mahavir, Ganesha and the black marble shrine dedicated to Lord Parsvanath. The idol of Ganesha takes us back in history to the common origins of Hinduism and Jainism. The dome of the temple is decorated with zodiac signs. For the beauty of the temple and the architecture and the inner peace, it bestows upon all its visitors, the Jain Temple in Mumbai is a must visit if you are in the city.
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Sight Name: Jain Temple
Sight Location: Mumbai, India (See walking tours in Mumbai)
Sight Type: Religious
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Sight Location: Mumbai, India (See walking tours in Mumbai)
Sight Type: Religious
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
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