Parashnath Jain Temple
Temple
Parashnath Jain Temple
The Parashnath Jain Temple, also known as the Calcutta Jain Temple, is a significant Jain pilgrimage site located on Badridas Temple Street in Gouribari, Maniktala, Kolkata. Built in 1867 by Rai Badridas Bahadur Mookim, the temple is dedicated to Lord Shitalanath, the tenth Jain Tirthankara. The consecration was performed by Acharya Kalyansuri Maharaja.
The temple complex consists of four main temples: the Shitalanath Temple, Chandraprabha Temple, Mahavir Temple, and the Dadawadi and Kushalji Maharaja Temple. Each temple showcases intricate architectural designs, including mirrors, stained glass, and marble carvings. The main shrine houses a deity of Lord Shitalanath with a diamond-studded forehead, which is a major attraction for visitors.
The temple is known for its beautiful garden, adorned with glass mosaics, European-style statues, and vibrant flowers. A ghee lamp has been continuously burning in the sanctum sanctorum since the temple's inception, adding to its spiritual ambiance. The temple celebrates the Paryushan festival in the Bhadrav month, attracting a large number of devotees.
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Parashnath Jain Temple is located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
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