Shri Munigiri Tirth

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[ Mulnayak - Shri Kunthunath Bhagwan ]
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A grand artistic statue of Bhagwan Kunthunath is existing here. This place was the sacred grove of Jain Saints in the third century. A.D. Donations were given to this temple by so many Kings like Raj-rajchol, Rajendra Chol etc. The King of Vijaynagar Shri Krishnadev Rai and Randevrai had also donated land for this temple. The Pilgrimage was very opulant and grandeur till thirteen century. The idols of Tirthankar Parshvanath, Mahaveer and Adinath are available at this place. There is a big library "Dharam Sagar" of sacred books. Some books are on palm leaves. This place is called 'Munigiri' because of being sacred groove of many famous ascetics. It was the sacred place of famous Jainacharya Aklanka who got victory in discussions with Buddha alms. An Idol of Acharya is existing in the temple of Bhagwati Ambika Mata.

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Address Shri Munigiri Tirth
Village: Karande, P. 0. Vembakkam- 604 410. Dist : North Arcot, Tamilnadu State
How to reach The nearby railway station is Kanchipuram from where on Kalvai main road, this shrine is located at a distance of 20 Kms. On one side of the pond is Tiruppanamur and on the other side is this shrine. Buses and cars can go upto the temple. This shrine is around 96 Kms away from Chennai by road.
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City Arcot
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Nearest Railway Station Katpadi
Nearest Bus Stand Vembakkam
Nearest Airport Chennai
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