JAIN TEMPLES
Osiyan

The image of Mahavira is located in a dimly lit inner sanctum at the back of Mahavira temple. According to legend it is over 2000 years old and made of sand and milk coated with gold. The image has prominent eyes which seem to glow and may be studded with precious gems.

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