Khandargiri is at a distance of one km from historic city Chanderi of Dist. Guna situated in hilly area. Here are six caves in hills with so many idols of Teerthankars, so beautiful, a unique example of sculpture art. In Cave No. 2 a high standing colossus of Lord Adinath is very attractive and miraculous. These idols are carved by cutting rocks of hills, completed during 13th to 16th century. These hills are a part of the Vindhyachal Mountain range.
Main Temple & Idol :
In the Cave No. 2, a 38 feet high colossus in standing posture is very attractive & pleasing to eyes,full of art.
Temple Kind of:
Digamber
Other Temple :
Four temples are here in valley. In ancient times this place was the centre of Jain art, culture & philosophy. Bhattarakas lived here and their graves still exist.
Natural Scenerio :
This place is one km away from the historic city Chanderi full of natural hills, greenery, surrounded with the forests, a very attractive charming place, place of attraction for tourists.
Facilities :
Two little Dharmshalas are here. One Dharmshala with modern facilities is available at Choubeesee Bara Mandir Chanderi.
Means of approach :
Busses are available from Guna & Lalitpur from 6 AM to 10 PM for Khandargiri.
Train – Guna Railway Station 160 km & Lalitpur Railway Station 40 km from Khandargiri
Nearby Places :
Thuvonji 22 km
Saironji 27 km
Golakota Pachrai 50 km
Devgarh 64 km
