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Katraj Jain Temple



Katraj Jain Temple is situated at Katraj in Pune District of Maharashtra. It lies on the Pune-Satara Highway and is set on a hillock overseeing the city of Pune.

The temple contains a golden shaded idol of Lord Mahavir made of panch-dhatu. It is 12 ft tall and weighs about 5000 kg. The deity is seen in sitting position (Padmasan posture). A shrine dedicated to Parshwanath Bhagwan lies behind the main temple. Also made out of panch-dhatu, this idol is 8 ft tall and weighs 3000 kg.



Updated on 28th April, 2015
District: Pune

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