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Who built the Jain temples of Mount Abu and when
Quick Answer
The Jain temples of Mount Abu were built chiefly by Vimal Shah, a Solanki dynasty minister, in 1031 CE, and later by the brothers Vastupala and Tejpal, Vaghela dynasty ministers, around 1230-1231 CE. Several other patrons contributed to the temple complex over the centuries.
Detailed Answer
The most prominent Jain temples at Mount Abu, known collectively as the Dilwara temples, were constructed over several centuries by multiple patrons. The earliest and most famous temple, Vimal Vasahi, was built in 1031 CE by Vimal Shah, who served as a minister under the Solanki (Chaulukya) dynasty. This temple is dedicated to Rishabhanatha (Adinatha), the first Tirthankara.
About two centuries later, the brothers Vastupala and Tejpal, who were ministers in the Vaghela dynasty, constructed the Luna Vasahi temple around 1230-1231 CE. This temple is dedicated to Neminatha, the 22nd Tirthankara. Besides these two major temples, other temples in the complex include the Pittalhar temple built by Bhima Shah, the Parshvanatha temple (Khartar Vasahi) constructed around 1458-59 CE, and the Mahavira Swami temple completed in 1582 CE.
Together, these temples represent a significant Jain architectural and spiritual heritage, reflecting the patronage of influential Jain ministers and communities across different dynasties and centuries at Mount Abu.
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