Mahavira's and Parshvanatha's life. There are exquisite carvings of 16 mythological scenes on the outer walls of the temple. In the front of the main gate of the temple stands a 52 feet high marble Manastambha (column of pride). Four Tirthankara icons are installed at the top of Manstambha in all directions. Other temples Shantinath Jinalaya Shantinath Jinalaya (Temple) at Shantiveer Nagar was built in the twentieth century. The main attraction of the temple is an imposing 32 feet high colossus statue of Shantinatha, the 16th Jain tirthankara, in kayotsarga posture. Icons of 24 Tirthankaras and their Shasan Deotas in sub-shrines are also installed here. An attractive sky-high Manastambha is also standing here. The temple features cells that follows Māru-Gurjara architecture. Bhagwan Parshvanath Jinalaya Bhagavān Parshvanatha Jinalaya, also called ‘Kanch Ka Mandir’ due to its mirror and glasswork, is situated in front of Sanmati Dharmashala. This temple was constructed by Late Bramhacharini Kamla Bai. The main idol of this temple is black coloured idol Bhagavān Parshvanatha. Krishnabai Chaityalaya Krishnabai chaityalaya was built in the 19th century. The temple features a double arch entrance, the first arch is foliated with a bud pattern & second is a round arch. The temple is a superstructure supported by pillars and canopied chhatri. The temple enshrines an idol of Mahavira in lotus position. Bhavya Kamal Mandir The Bhavya Kamal Mandir temple was constructed in the 20th century and is located on the road connecting Shantinath Jinalya and Main Temple. The temple is dedicated to Chandraprabha. The temple features a arched gateway and canopied chhatris. Annual Fair An annual fair is organized in the temple premise around Mahavir Jayanti (April) which attracts Jains and people from many other communities including Meena and Gujjar and religions in a great number. The fair is for five days (starts 2 days prior to Mahavir Jayanti and ends two days post Mahavir Jayanti) and ends with a colourful Rath Yatra pulled by Bullock cart. Many Jain sadhus or monks deliver religious discourses during this fair. Photo gallery References Citations Sources Books Web Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts External links Devasthan Vibhag, Govt. of Rajasthan Jain temples in Rajasthan Tourist attractions in Karauli district Tourist attractions in Hindaun Cities and towns in Karauli district Hindaun Block 17th-century Jain temples Colossal Jain statues in India