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Sonagiri
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For other uses, see Sonagiri (disambiguation).
Sonagiri (Hindi: सोनागिरी) or Swarnagiri about 60 km from Gwalior, has scores of Jain temples dating from the 9th century onwards. It is located in the Datia district of Madhya Pradesh, India. This location is popular among devotees and ascetic saints to practice self-discipline, and austerity and to attain Moksha (salvation or liberation). This place also has a Jain museum.[1]
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Sonagiri Jain Tirth | |
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![]() Sonagiri Jain Tirth | |
Religion | |
Affiliation | Jainism |
Sect | Digambara |
Deity | Chandraprabhu |
Festivals | Mahavir Jayanti |
Governing body | Shri Dig. Jain Siddha Shetra Sonagiri Samrakshini Committee |
Location | |
Location | Datia, Madhya Pradesh |
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Date established | 9th century |
Temple(s) | 103 |
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