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The temple has arches, pillars, and mandaps, carrying carved
representations of plants and flowers. Of note is the Rang
Mandap, with a huge domed ceiling and colonnades depicting
female deities in carved marble. The sanctum sanctorum of
Adinath itself is simple, and this is the place devotees
gather to offer prayers. The Neminath Temple was built by two
brothers, who were in the employment of the local ruler.
The
temple, while dedicated to Neminath, was actually built by the
grieving brothers for the solace of the soul of their deceased
brother Luna. The Rang Mandap features a domed ceiling, from
which a huge chain is suspended. Of particular note are the
carvings of 72 Tirthankars. The idol of Neminath in the Gudh
Mandap room is made of black marble.
The Rishabhdev Temple is famed for the statue of Rishabhdev in
the sanctum sanctorum. The temple was built by Bhima Shah, the
Jain minister in the court of the local sultan.
The Parshwanath Temple was built considerably later than the
first three temples. It has four mandaps done in sandstone.
The walls have carvings depicting demigods and goddesses from
Indian mythology and folklore.
The Mahavir Swami temple was built in the sixteenth century.
The highlight of this temple is the artwork on the walls done
by Sirohi artists. |
