Parshvanatha Temple, Jain temple in Khajuraho, India
The Parshvanatha Temple features intricate stone carvings depicting celestial beings, dancers, and musicians across its exterior walls and halls.
Built between 950 and 970 CE under King Dhanga's reign, this temple contains a significant inscription from 954 CE mentioning donations by an individual named Pahila.
The temple incorporates both Jain and Vaishnav elements in its sculptures, displaying deities and religious figures from multiple Indian spiritual traditions.
Visitors can reach the temple through Khajuraho's transportation network, with guided tours available throughout the day from October through March.
The temple entrance contains one of India's oldest known 4x4 magic squares, where numbers in rows, columns, and diagonals sum to thirty-four.
Location: Chhatarpur district
Part of: Jain temples of Khajuraho, Khajuraho Group of Monuments
GPS coordinates: 24.84466,79.93668
Latest update: May 11, 2025 12:49
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