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Patancheru Jain Mandapam (Old Temple)
Also known as: Qureshi Mohalla Mandapam, Pottalakere Jain Temple
An 800–1200 year old Rashtrakuta / Western Chalukyan carved Jain pillared mandapam surviving in the heart of old Patancheru.
History & Story
In medieval history, Patancheru was known as 'Pottalakere', a prominent political and religious capital under the Western Chalukyas and Rashtrakutas. It was a thriving center of Jainism with royal patronage. This surviving open mandapa in Qureshi Mohalla features finely chiselled stone pillars with lotus medallions and Tirthankara relief icons.
Location & Getting There
Area / Locality: Patancheru
Coordinates: 17.53492° N, 78.26400° E
Access: open
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