Parshvanatha Jain Temple (Part 1)

The Parshvanatha Jain Temple is the largest Jain temple in Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh. Initially built to commemorate Adinath, it was later dedicated to Parshvantha in 1860. This temple is very similar in architecture to other Hindu temples built in Khajuraho. Near this Parshvanatha temple there is a temple dedicated to Adinath with very fine carvings.
Parshvanatha Temple was constructed in the tenth century. This recherché temple is one of the very fine Khajuraho monuments as well. The architecture of the temple displays exquisitely carved motifs with lot of emphasis on detailing. A great collection of impressive sculptures that are non-erotic in nature unlike other Khajuraho sculptures, await the visitors and devotees here. Sculptures of lions, elephants and sea lymphs adorn the walls here.
Although a Jain temple, the Parshvanatha Temple nevertheless showcases Vaishnav deities from the Hindu mythology as well. These images are beautifully carved in the wall panels of the temple. This Parshvanatha temple consists of two axial projections at two ends. One projection on the eastern side is the "ardh mandap" and the other projection on the west is behind the "garbhgriha" which is a small shrine. This great temple is a must visit on your Khajuraho tour.