Bhavnagar Jain Temples



List of Names & Information on Famous Jain Temples in Bhavnagar




Adishwara Temple is also regarded as the eternal tirth place. In traditional times, the city Palitana, where the temple is situated was termed as Pundarikgiri. Being considerable number of temples in the city, Palitana is regarded as a famous pilgrimage centre for devotees around the state. Adishwara Temple is Palitana is quite religious among Jains. Devotees come to this temple, take bath in the river near the hill and bow down to the idols in order to show reverence to the key lord.



Palitana city is in reality a pilgrimage location which is famous for numerous Jain temples and out of which Chaumukh Temple is quite popular. Among various other temples of Palitana, Chaumukh Temple has a unique mention among Jain pilgrims. Considerable number of devotees come to this temple as a place of worship as well as to visit. The significance of the temple lies in the fact that it possesses an idol of lord Adinath with four faces, fronting cardinally.