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Prabhasgiri

Prabhosa



Prabhasgiri, also known as Prabhosa, is an historical and religious center in Kaushambi District. It is situated on the banks of Yamuna River and is near Manjhanpur.

The place once housed a majestic Jain temple, which was destroyed. Another Jain temple was constructed in 1824. A cave, which is 9 ft long and 7 ft wide, is another interest here. Records dating back to second century written in Brahmi script are found in the cave. The sixth tirthankar of Jains, Bhagvan Padmaprabhu lived most of his life here.



Updated on 7th June, 2005
District: Kaushambi

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