Parsvanath Jain Temple-I

Parsvanath Jain Temple
Parsvanath Jain Temple
Location in Orissa
Geography
Coordinates 20°16′14″N 85°47′08″E / 20.27056°N 85.78556°E / 20.27056; 85.78556Coordinates: 20°16′14″N 85°47′08″E / 20.27056°N 85.78556°E / 20.27056; 85.78556
Country India
State Orissa
Locale Bhubaneswar
Elevation 87 m (285 ft)
Culture
Primary deity Parsvanatha
Architecture
Architectural styles Kalingan Style (Kalinga Architecture)
History and governance
Date built 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

[1] [2]

  1. ↑ Lesser Known Monuments of Bhubaneswar by Dr. Sadasiba Pradhan (ISBN 81-7375-164-1)
  2. ↑ List of Hindu temples in India#Orissa
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