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Tan art
and archEcture
Jain art and architecture exemplifies Unity in Diversity.
Diversity arises from different periods of history, different traditions, different geographic locations, as well as differences in cultural and artistic styles. Yet, all of them in unison depict beauty, serenity and the truth in its quest for universal well being.
Jain art and architecture belonging to different periods of history is found in almost all parts of India and testifies to the widespread prevalence
of Jain tradition throughout India.
Modem and medieval Jains have been the most prolific temple builders. The famous Jain temples atop Mt. Abu (Rajasthan, India) are triumphs of architecture. The intricacy and richness of their
carvings are truly unsurpassed in the world. In southem India, there exist several Jain columns
as well as many enormous statues. The tallest one, a 57 feet high statue of Lord Bahubali at
Shravanbelgola (state of Kamataka).
