Jun 25, 2011

Hathee Singh Jain Temple - Ahmedabad c1868

Hathee Singh temple is a famous Jain temple. It was constructed in 1850. The temple was named after its founder Seth Hathee Singh. He was a wealthy Jain merchant. This temple was built in the dedication of the 15th Jain Trithanakara Dharmnath. The temple is famous for its architectural styling and designing that consists of intricate carvings.


Source: 19cphoto.com
Contributor: Anthony Davis (antiqphoto@earthlink.net)