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Kumbhariya:
(30 km from Danta)
Kumbhariya TempleThe Kumbhariya group of Jain temples dates back to the Solanki period (11th to 12th century). The five temples are dedicated to Mahavira, Shantinath, Parshwanath, Neminath and Sambhavnath. The temples have main shrine in the centre of a rectangular courtyard, formed by a series of shrines with shikhars, dedicated to Jain Tirthankaras. On each side, there is a porch with a balcony, reached by a flight steps. The quality of workmanship on the marble is excellent and reminds one of the Delwada Jain temples at Mt. Abu.


 

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Ajitnath TempleTaranga: (27 km from Danta)
The Ajitnath Temple (1166 AD) is one of the finest and best-preserved examples of Jain temple architecture from the Solanki period. It has a shikhara, mandapa, pillars and brackets made out of marble with excellent carving.

 

 

 

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Tarsang:
Tarsang is situated 32 kms away from Danta. It was the previous capital and contains ruins of temples.

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