Jain Temple, Puliyarmala

The Jain Temple in Wayanad is one of the holiest sites for Jain followers in the region. It’s one of the most important medieval Jain settlements in Wayanad and around. This temple is also one of the oldest Jain temples in Kerala.

It once served an array of purposes apart from being a religious shrine. It was also sheltering Tipu Sultan’s army in the 18th century. Today, only the temple structure remains. And it stands tall with its beams and pillars.

This ruined Jain Temple in Wayanad is an educational and historical destination. It’s known as the Ancient Jain Temple. And it’s a symbol of the rich cultural legacy of Kerala.

Where is the Jain Temple in Wayanad?
The Ancient Jain Temple Wayanad lies in the green hills of Sultan Bathery. And even if it’s in ruins, you shouldn’t miss visiting it. The temple is on the Bangalore-Calicut Highway, about 25 km from Wayanad.

History of Wayanad Jain Temple
Bathery Jain Temple Wayanad was constructed in the 13th century CE during the rule of the Vijayanagara Empire. It served as an important Jain center and a shrine during the peak of Jainism in Wayanad. Then, when Shaivism and Vaishnavism of the Hindu religion flourished, it became an important center for their activities.

In the 18th century, when Tipu Sultan ruled the Kingdom of Mysore, he used this Jain Temple in Wayanad as the battery (ammunition store). The temple also housed some of his armies.