Parsvanath Jain Temple-I Explained

Religious Affiliation:Jainism
Map Type:India Orissa
Coordinates:20.2706°N 85.7856°W
Country:India
State:Orissa
Locale:Bhubaneswar
Elevation M:87
Deity:Parsvanatha
Architecture Style:Kalingan Style (Kalinga Architecture)
Established:20th century AD

Parsvanath Jain Temple – I is located in Digambara Jain Temple precinct in Khandagiri, Bhubaneswar. It is a living temple. The temple is facing towards east. The enshrined deity is Parsvanath. This image is made of marble. This image measures 2.80 metres in height x 1.05 metres width. The image is flanked by two sculptural panels carved with two images in each panel.

Age

Temple belongs to 20th century.

Physical description

Surrounding: The temple is surrounded by Rushvanath temple in north at a distance of 1.70 metres, Parsvanath temple No-II in south-east at a distance of 3.30 metres, compound wall in west at a distance of 8.40 metres.Orientation: The temple is facing towards east.
Architectural features (plan and elevation): On plan, the temple sanctum chamber measures 4.60 square metres with R.C.C. flat roof.
Construction techniques: Dry masonry
Style: kalingan

References

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Notes and References

  1. Lesser Known Monuments of Bhubaneswar by Dr. Sadasiba Pradhan
  2. [List of Hindu temples in India#Orissa]