Jain Temple

The Jain Temple in Wayanad is one of the holiest places for Jain followers in the region and one of the most important medieval Jain settlements in Kerala. It's also one of the oldest Jain temples in the state.

This ancient temple once served multiple purposes apart from being a religious shrine — it also sheltered Tipu Sultan's army during the 18th century. Today, only the temple structure remains, standing tall with its historic beams and pillars.

The ruined structure is an educational and historical destination, popularly known as the Ancient Jain Temple. It stands as a testament to the diverse religious and cultural history that makes Wayanad such a fascinating place to explore.

Visit Jain Temple on a Wayanad sightseeing taxi tour, or book your Wayanad cab any time, 24/7.

Key facts about the Jain Temple

One of the oldest Jain temples in Kerala
Important medieval Jain settlement
Historical connection to Tipu Sultan's era
Beautiful ancient stone architecture with beams and pillars
Symbol of the rich cultural legacy of Kerala

Granite pillars of the open hall at the Jain temple in Sulthan Bathery, Wayanad — Photo: Vinayaraj, CC BY-SA 4.0Photo 02 / 05

Carved stone doorway and pillars leading to the inner shrine of the Jain temple, Sulthan Bathery, Wayanad — Photo: Vinayaraj, CC BY-SA 4.0Photo 03 / 05

Seated Jain figure carved in relief on a granite pillar at the Jain temple, Sulthan Bathery, Wayanad — Photo: Ingo Mehling, CC BY-SA 4.0Photo 04 / 05

Long granite walls and pillared side of the Jain temple in Sulthan Bathery, Wayanad — Photo: Vinayaraj, CC BY-SA 4.0Photo 05 / 05