Dilwara Temples , Mount Abu
About Dilwara Temples
The Dilwara Jain Temples are the finest Jain temples ever constructed. Constructed between the 11th and 13th centuries, these temples are known world over for their extraordinary architecture and splendid stone carvings. These beautiful temples are made of marble in midst of forests and hills, the delicately carved doorways, ceilings and pillars and panels are marvelous.
The Dilwara Jain Temple complex consists of five major temples devoted to the five Jain Tirthankaras(saints):
1. Shri Mahaveer Swami Temple: Constructed in 1582, this temple is dedicated to Lord Mahaveer, the 24th Tirthankara. A relatively small temple, the upper walls of porch were painted by artists of Sirohi in 1764.
2. Shri AdiNath Temple or Vimal Vasahi Temple: Built in 1031 by Vimal Shah, Minister of Solanika ruler of Gujarat, this is the oldest temple in the complex. It is dedicated to Shri Adinath, the first Jain Tirthankar. The temple has open courtyard surrounded by corridors, all beautifully carved. The ceilings have carvings of lotus-buds, flowers and some scenes from Jain mythology.
3. Shri ParshavNath Temple or Khartar Vasahi Temple: Built by Mandika clan between 1458-59 A.D., this temple has the tallest shrine amongst all the Dilwara Temples. There are four big Mandapa's on the four faces of the sanctum. The outer walls of the sanctum have beautiful sculptures which depict Dikpals, Vidhyadevis, Yakshinis, Shalabhanjikas.
4. Shri Rishabdaoji Temple or Peethalhar Temple: This temple is known as Peetalhar temple as most of the idols in this temple are of Peetal(Brass). It was built by Bhama Shah kavdia.
5. Shri NemiNathJi Temple or Luna Vasahi Temple: Dedicated to Lord Neminath, this magnificent temple was built in 1230 by two Porwad brothers - Vastupal and Tejpal. This temple has one hall named Rag Mandapa which has 360 tiny idols of Jain trithankar all minutely crafted on marble.
Timings: 12PM - 3 PM
Entry: Free
Photography: Not allowed inside the temple complex.
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Adhar Devi Temple, Rajasthan
1.7 km from Dilwara Temples - See map
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Trevor’s Tank, Rajasthan
2.1 km from Dilwara Temples - See map
Trevor’s Tank was named after the British engineer who designed it. There is a man-made tank that houses crocodiles. You might also spot birds...
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Nakki Lake, Rajasthan
2.9 km from Dilwara Temples - See map
Surrounded by hills and mountains on all sides, Nakki Lake is the central feature of Mount Abu. Zorbing, horse- riding, and boating are all...
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Toad Rock, Rajasthan
3.6 km from Dilwara Temples - See map
Toad Rock, Mount Abu is Perched over a hill, directly overlooking the lake Nakki. Apart from being an exciting climb for the mountaineers, it is...
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Sunset Point, Rajasthan
4.5 km from Dilwara Temples - See map
Sunset Point is a good place to , well, you can probably guess people come here for the sunset. But there’s more to it than that. Food stalls...
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Achalgarh Fort, Rajasthan
6.9 km from Dilwara Temples - See map
Achalgarh or Achal Gadh Fort - Fortify yourself for a return to the plains with a visit to this hill stations single fort. Achalgarh Fort was...
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Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary, Rajasthan
9.6 km from Dilwara Temples - See map
Declared as a wildlife sanctuary in 1980, Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary is located in one of the oldest mountain ranges of India, the Aravalli...
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Guru Shikhar, Rajasthan
12.1 km from Dilwara Temples - See map
At 1722m, the Guru Shikhar is the highest peak of the Aravalli range. Around 15km from Mount Abu, the Guru Shikhar is a popular place to watch the...
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Honeymoon Point, Rajasthan
67.4 km from Dilwara Temples - See map
Also known as Anadara Point, this place is close to Sunset Point, and is also a good place to watch the sun settle its red haze over the day....
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Sirohi, Rajasthan
88.3 km from Dilwara Temples - See map
Sirohi is famous for Sirohi fort beautifully located on Siranwa hills as well as Markundeshwar Mahadeo mandir which is 5000 years old. Visit the...
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