Kanakagiri Jain Shri kshetra

Kanakagiri Jain Shri kshetra is a temple complex built on a hilltop featuring three main shrines connected by ascending stone steps. The site contains caves, inscribed pillars, and multiple structures arranged across the elevated terrain.

The temple site was founded in the 5th century when Acharya Pujyapada established a monastery at the border region of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. This location made it an important spiritual center for Jain communities across the southern territories.

The temple complex reflects Jain devotion through its shrines dedicated to the 24 Tirthankaras, which remain important centers for worship and pilgrimage today.

Guest accommodations are available on the temple grounds including rooms, halls, and camping facilities for those staying overnight. The nearest railway station at Kalvande provides the main transport connection to reach the site.

The temple preserves 27 inscriptions documenting Sallekhana, an ancient Jain practice of spiritual self-denial undertaken by devoted followers. These carved records reveal how deeply this spiritual tradition shaped the site's importance for Jain pilgrims.

Location: Karnataka

GPS coordinates: 11.94995,76.76847

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49