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Arapakam Jain Temple




Arapakam Jain Temple is a highly revered Jain pilgrim center situated at Arapakam, about 14 km south of Kanchipuram, in Tamil Nadu. The temple enshrines Bhagwan Adinath, the first of 24 Jain Tirthankars, as the presiding deity.

Mahashivaratri is the major festival celebrated here with much pomp and splendor. Thousands of devotees visit the every year.

Accommodation facilities are provided for pilgrims.



Updated on 10th August, 2005
District: Kanchipuram
Location: Kanchipuram    

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