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Vimala Vasahi

temple, Abu, India
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Vimala Vasahi Temple Ceiling
Vimala Vasahi Temple Ceiling Carved ceiling of the assembly hall in the Vimala Vasahi temple at Dilwara, near Mount Abu, Rajasthan, India.

The Vimala Vasahi temple, located at Mount Abu, is a significant Jain temple built around 1031 CE. It is renowned for its intricate marble carvings, particularly on the ceilings of its assembly hall, which was added in the mid-12th century. The temple's exterior is relatively plain, but its interior is richly adorned with detailed sculptures and decorative elements. The Vimala Vasahi temple is part of a complex of Jain temples near Dilwara, with the Tejpal temple, built around 1200 CE, also being famous for its delicate carvings. These temples are considered exceptional examples of medieval Jain architecture in Rajasthan.12

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