From a 1,000-pillar temple with no two carved the same, to a temple atop a hill offering sensational views, you’ll want to visit these 13 Jain temples in India that are architectural marvels.
Despite comprising less than one percent of the population, Jainism is one of the oldest religions in India. It emerged in its current version from the teachings of 24 Tirthankaras (spiritual teachers), of whom Rishabhanatha (also known as Adinatha) was the first and Mahavira (also known as Vardhamana) was the last and most prominent. The fundamental principles that the followers of the Jain faith live by are straightforward: forgiveness, non-violence, and a lack of greed.
India is home to many Jain temples that provide a lens not only into the religion and beliefs that people of this faith follow but also into their different architectural styles. Here are some of the most awe-inspiring.