Ahinsa Sthal, Jain temple with Mahavira statue in Mehrauli, India
The temple contains a 14-foot granite statue of Mahavira seated in lotus position on a pedestal, surrounded by statues of lions and attendants.
Established in 1980, the Ahinsa Sthal temple houses a statue carved from Karkala granite, weighing 30 tonnes and measuring 13 feet 6 inches tall.
The name Ahinsa Sthal translates to place of non-violence, reflecting fundamental principles of Jain philosophy and religious teachings of Mahavira.
The temple opens daily from 8 AM to 8 PM, with a free homeopathy clinic operating on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
The temple complex includes two separate sanctuaries dedicated to Jain teachings, positioned on a hill that overlooks the Mehrauli district of Delhi.
Location: Mehrauli
GPS coordinates: 28.52028,77.19000
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:56
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