Trilokya Natha Jinaswamy Temple
In historical religious classifications, Kanchipuram has been divided into four areas: Shiva Kanchi, Vishnu Kanchi, Jina Kanchi, and Buddha Kanchi. The village of Tirupparuthikkundram, located on the outskirts of Kanchipuram, is known as ‘Jina Kanchi’ due to its Trilokya Nathar Jain temple and the nearby Chandra Prabha Jain temple. Since the 6th century AD, this […]
Chandra Prabha Jain Temple
This temple was built in honor of the Eighth Tirthankara, Chandra Prabha. Along with the nearby Trilokya Nathar temple, it stands as a testament to the prominence of Jainism in Kanchi. During the 11th century, under the reign of Rajendra Chola, the temple is believed to have received donations, although the original sources of this […]
Arpakkam – Adi Battarakar Jain Temple
Arpakkam was a major Jain center in Thondai Mandalam. Even now, Jains gather here in large numbers for special occasions. This temple is dedicated to Rishabha Deva, the first of the 24 Tirthankars, who is also known as Adhi Natha, Adhi Deva, and Adhi Bhattaraka. This temple, referred to as the Adhi Bhattaraka Jain Temple, […]