Dahanu Temple Tour


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An effortless walk through timeless legend: Dahanu's Cultural Heritage

The Chandra Prabhu Jain Temple, built 103 years ago is the second oldest of the 16 temples. As one enters the beautifully decorated and maintained temple, there lie the idols of five Gods of which the centre - Chandra Parbhu - is believed to be the eight tirthankar (one who has achieved nirvana). Immidiately by his side lie the idols of Adinath Rishab Dev, the first tirthankar and Shantinath Bhagwan. Alongside lie Shankeshwar Parasnath and Munniswarath Swami. Chandra Prabhu, who is the Mul Nayak (main God) of this temple comes with his two trusted aides - Jwala Malini Devi and Vijay Yashak - also present on the ground floor. As one proceeds to the right, the Dadavadi temple of Jain Kushal Suri Maharasahb Guru Dev, surrounded by myths and legends of his miracles, fills the shrine with melodious voices of his devotees during aarti (prayer). On the first floor sits one more Jain God, Vasu Pujya Bhagwan, making it a temple of six Gods and a saint. A glimpse through the other places of worship in the town < previous page > < next page >

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