Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata , Sundarbans
About Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata
Calcutta Jain Temple or Pareshnath Jain temple is dedicated to 23rd Jain Thirthankara namely Pareshnath. The temple is established in 18th century. Jain Pilgrims from all over India throng this temple. The idol of Lord Shitalnathji is incarnated in the main sanctum sanctorum. The diamond studded crown of Shitalnathji’s idol entices the visitors. The main sanctum sanctorum has a ghee lamp which has stayed on continuously right from the establishment of the temple in 18th century. Beside Shitalnathji’s shrine, there are other three shrines dedicated to Chandrababuji, Mahavir Swami and Dadawadi. Visitors will be amazed by the mirror installed pillars, color stained windows and exquisite designs.
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Asutosh Museum of Indian Art, Kolkata, West Bengal
1.3 km from Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata - See map
Situated within the Calcutta University campus, the Asutosh Museum of Indian Art was founded in 1937 and was the first ever university museum....
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Armenian Church, Kolkata, West Bengal
1.9 km from Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata - See map
The Armenian Church of the Holy Nazareth is extremely beautiful. Situated in Burrabazar, this church is a treat for everybody who loves the past,...
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Nakhoda Mosque, West Bengal
2 km from Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata - See map
Nakhoda Mosque is a beautiful mosque right at the heart of Old Kolkata in Chitpur, Burrabazar is a treat to the eyes. Its Mughal Architecture...
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Jorasanko Thakur Bari, West Bengal
2 km from Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata - See map
The foothold of the great Tagore family, Jorasanko Thakur Bari or Rabindra Bharati Museum is a witness to major historical turning points in...
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Howrah Bridge, West Bengal
2.4 km from Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata - See map
The Marble Palace is the top art gallery in Calcutta. Specialising in oil paintings and scultupres, the gallery contains one of Reuben’s...
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Shaheed Minar, West Bengal
2.8 km from Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata - See map
Saheed Minar used to be called the Octerloney monument after Major-general Sir David Ochterlony, in whose honor it was constructed. This monument...
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Writers Building, West Bengal
3 km from Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata - See map
During the British Raj, the Writers Building was a lodging for junior writers of the East India Company. The Writers Building was designed by...
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BBD Bagh, Kolkata, West Bengal
3 km from Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata - See map
The main business hub, BBD Bagh is situated on Western part of the Kolkata. The Secretariat of West Bengal Government is located here. Number of...
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St. John's Church, Kolkata, West Bengal
3.5 km from Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata - See map
St. John's Church is a 17th century church which was the first public building constructed by British in Kolkata when the city served as capital...
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Indian Museum, Kolkata, West Bengal
3.5 km from Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata - See map
Founded as far back as 1814, the Indian Museum of Kolkata is largest and oldest museum in India. There are 35 galleries in the museum which house...
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Millennium Park, Kolkata, West Bengal
3.7 km from Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata - See map
Millennium Park is a public park of Kolkata. It is developed on the eastern shores of Hooghly River as a part of riverside beautification plan....
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Asiatic Society of Bengal, West Bengal
3.9 km from Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata - See map
In 1784, in order to improve and facilitate the oriental research, Sir William Jones established the Asiatic Society. Asiatic Society is located...
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