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Also popular by the name of Motu Derasar, the Pallaviya Parshwanath
Temple is one of the important religious places located in Palanpur
constructed by King Prahladan.
This temple dedicated to Lord Parshwanath, is the only place in the
region where idol of King Prahladan is instilled. The temple was
renovated and rebuilt several times due to the numerous attacks that
occurred here, evident from the history.
As per the ancient legend and the stories the natives believe is,
this temples was built by King Prahlada as a remedy for his evil
deeds and to cure himself from acute illness he was suffering. After
the temple was completed, the king used the holy water and was cured
instantly. |