Jain Temple Mumbai, popularly known as Babu Amichand Panalal Adishwarji Jain Temple was built in the year 1904. This is one of the most beautifully decorated Jain temples in Mumbai. The two elephants made of white stone on the two sides of the entrance of the Jain Temple are really awesome to look at. The intricate designs of the temple have attracted many tourists during their tour to the city.
Glancing at the Interiors
On entering the temple, the richly ornamented carved ceilings and the beautiful structures and paintings spellbound the visitors. The ceiling has colorful carved decorations with the pictures of different goddesses and deities. The name of all the planets according to Hindu mythology like Rahu, Ketu, Sun, Venus, Moon, etc, are carved on the stone ceilings of the Jain temple. The white walls of the temple have intricate figures and sculptures carved on them.
In one of the walls there is an inscription related to
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matrimony. The area below the stairs comprises a decorative arrangement of deities as well as rooms for the saints and priests.
Rituals of the Jain Community
The Jain people believe that no animals or insects should be killed. This is the reason they do not offer any flower to the deities of the temple, as they think that flowers might contain insects. The people are peace lovers and have strongly restraining powers in themselves. Aestheticism is also an important part of their lives.
Reaching Mumbai’s Prettiest Temple
The famous Jain Temple Mumbai is not only a place of worship but also one of the popular attractions in the city. The temple is located on the Malabar Hills, Ridge Road in Mumbai. Tourists will find taxis from Grant Road Station West and from Charni Road Station West. From Malabar hills, buses can also be availed.
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