Jain Center Los Angeles CA 2008 09 Pratishta Souvenior

Author(s): Jain Center So CA Los Angeles
Publisher: USA Jain Center Southern California

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The Main Entrance
Jain Center Architecture Shirish R. Desai
INTRODUCTION
Jain temples in India have a rich history of ornate and beautiful architecture. The intricacy, richness and attention to details are truly outstanding. Our temple designs were inspired by Temples in Shri Delwada Tirth, Mount Abu, State of Rajasthan; Shri Ranakpur Tirth in State of Rajasthan; and Palitana Shretunjaya Tirth in State of Gujarat.
MAIN ENTRANCE
The main entrance to Jain Center Deraser is made out of carved marble in contrast to Phase I Cultural Complex, which is all Jaisalmer yellow limestone. The white marble entrance provides a distinctive entry signifying the Deraser. It has a very ornate zarukha with peacocks and flowers at the center flanked by ornamental columns. In front of the columns two elephants with Dwarpals welcome all Shravakas and Shravikas.
EXTERIOR OF BUILDING
The exterior of the building has various architectural elements such as zarukhas, arched columns, and parapet elements. The Asthamangal Jain symbols are carved in the columns. The stone is Jaisalmer yellow limestone from India.
ENTRANCE FOYER
As you enter the Deraser the foyer has the carved marble depiction of Shankheshwar Tirth. The gift shop is on the right and on the left is the entrance to Aradhana Hall. The changing rooms and restrooms are in the rear. The floor is of ruby red granite with white galaxy marble tiles and a beautiful center medallion which signifies a rangoli.