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Explanatory Notes On The Plates
Plate No. 70: This is the entrance gate of Hemabhai's Tuk. This was constructed by Hemabhai Sheth of Ahmedabad in V.S. 1886.
Plate No. 71 : This is a beautiful side view of the temples in Sakara Vasahi Tuk, built by Sheth Sankalchand Premchand of Ahmedabad during V.S. 1893. The Sikhara of the main temple with the spires of the other temples are seen in the picture. Decorative sculptures carved on the Mandovara add beauty to the temple.
Plate No. 72 : This is a picture of a small shrine of Shri Ajit Shantinath. Mythical accounts are given about the combination of the two temples of Shri Ajitnath and Shri Santinath. Originally these temples were constructed opposite to each other and therefore one God had to face the back of the devotee offering prayers to the other God. It is believed that to avoid this ugly situation Muni Nandisena composed "Ajit-Shanti Stavana" and thereafter they were in one line.
Plate No. 73 : This is an entrance of Chhipa Vasahi's Tuk. The temples on this tuk were constructed by the Bhavsar community of Gujarat who were engaged in cloth printing business. It was constructed during V.S. 1791. Though the temple is small but is attractive. Decorative sculptures carved on the outer wall of the temple are seen in this picture. The central sikhar and other spires glorify the temple.
Plate No. 74 : This is the entrance view of the temple of Ujambai. It is also known as Nandisvara temple. The temple is enclosed by beautiful Jalis. The pillars are decorated with beautiful sculptures. This temple was constructed by Ujambai who was related as paternal aunt to Shri Premabhai, Nagar Sheth of Ahmedabad. From her name the temple is known as "Ujambai's temple". Though it is small but is highly decorated and beautiful.
Plate No. 75 : This is a general view of Dada's Tuk seen from Nava Tuk. Some portion of Vimal Vasahi and Balabhai's Tuks is also seen in the picture.
Plate No. 76 : This is again a general view of Dada's Tuk seen from Nava Tuk. Moti Shah Tuk shadows in this picture.
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