Jain Tirth - Bh. Ananthnathswami

Puliyarmala, Kerala

This temple is located at Puliyarmala, about 6 Kilometers from Kalpetta in Wayanad district of Kerala. The temple is dedicated to the Tirthankara, Ananthanath.

The temple with its beautiful construction lures people interested not only in Jainism, but in ancient architecture as well. The fact that it is situated on a small hillock overlooking luxurious coffee plantations, add to its charm. The temple has intricately carved entrance doors and an ornately carved stupa built and is decorated in the Dravidian style.

As sand is not allowed in the construction of Jain temples, you can see lots of brass, ceramic, stone and gold decorations here. There is a huge Swastika symbol built just behind the bronze idol. The temple is a sight to behold and a must visit when you are in the vicinity.

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