Parsvanath Jain Temple-I


Parsvanath Jain Temple – I is located in Digambara Jain Temple precinct in Khandagiri, Bhubaneswar. It is a living temple. The temple is facing towards east. The enshrined deity is Parsvanath. This image is made of marble. This image measures 2.80 metres in height x 1.05 metres width. The image is flanked by two sculptural panels carved with two images in each panel.

Age

Temple belongs to 20th century.

Physical description

Surrounding: The temple is surrounded by Rushvanath temple in north at a distance of 1.70 metres, Parsvanath temple No-II in south-east at a distance of 3.30 metres, compound wall in west at a distance of 8.40 metres.
Orientation: The temple is facing towards east.

Architectural features : On plan, the temple Sanctum chamber measures 4.60 square metres with R.C.C. flat roof.

Construction techniques: Dry masonry

Style: Kalingan