Parsvanath Jain Temple-I

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.

Parsvanath Jain Temple-I
Religion
AffiliationJainism
DeityParsvanatha
Location
LocationBhubaneswar
StateOrissa
CountryIndia
Parsvanath Jain Temple-I is located in Odisha
Parsvanath Jain Temple-I
Location in Orissa
Geographic coordinates20°16′14″N 85°47′08″E / 20.27056°N 85.78556°E / 20.27056; 85.78556
Architecture
StyleKalingan Style (Kalinga Architecture)
Date established20th century AD
Elevation87 m (285 ft)

Temple belongs to 20th century.

Physical description

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