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Jain Temples and Pilgrimage Circuits

Jain Temples and Pilgrimage Circuits

 Ranakpur Jain Temples

  • Location: Pali district, near Udaipur.
  • Deity: Lord Adinath (1st Tirthankara).
  • Architecture: 1,444 intricately carved pillars, no two alike.
  • Built: In the 15th century by a Jain businessman with royal patronage.

 Dilwara Temples, Mount Abu

  • Period: 11th–13th century.
  • Highlights: Marble craftsmanship; noted for perfection and simplicity.
  • Dedicated To: Jain Tirthankaras like Adinath, Neminath, Mahavira.
  • Pilgrimage Status: Among the holiest Jain sites.

 Jain Tirths

  • Keshariaji (Rikhabdev) – Udaipur district.
  • Shri Mahaveerji – Karauli district; major annual fair held here.
  • Nakodaji – Barmer district, dedicated to Parshvanath.