Temples in Taranga

Taranga is a Jain pilgrimage center near Kheralu in Mehsana district, Gujarat, India, with two compounds of Jain temples that are important examples of the Māru-Gurjara style of architecture. The Ajitnatha temple, was constructed in 1161 by the Solanki king Kumarapala, under the advice of his teacher, Acharya Hemachandra. Both the main sects of Jainism are represented, with adjoining walled compounds: the Śvetāmbara compound consists of fourteen temples in all, and there are also five Digambara-affiliated temples at Taranga hill.

The large 12th-century Jain temple built by Chaulukya ruler Kumarapala in late Maru-Gurjara architecture style.

The shrines of Taran Mata and Dharan Mata is situated near a natural stream. The idol of Taran Mata is dated to 8th-9th century based on its style.

The oldest temple in foothill compound dedicated to Sambhavanatha was built in Maru-Gurjara architecture in 11th century.

Brick structures and other archaeological remains were found near the seasonal stream.