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Shri Shantinath Digambar Jain Atishaya Kshetra




Situated about 1 km from Sinhoniya in Morena District, Shri Shantinath Digambar Jain Atishaya Kshetra is one of the renowned Jain temples in Madhya Pradesh. This is a beautiful temple with the idol of Bhagwan Shantinath in standing posture. The main attraction of this Digambar type temple is the 5 foot 9 inch high idol of Lokpal built in the Khajuraho style. The temple also houses about 18 idols which were excavated from the nearby area. The salvation ceremony of Bhagwan Shantinath is held here with religious fervour. Rath yatra or Chariot Festival and Mastakabhishek are major festivities. Accommodation facilities are available nearby. Morena Railway Station is at 30 km from the temple and Gwalior Airport is the nearest airport.


Updated on 7th June, 2005
District: Morena
Location: Sinhoniya    

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