History – Mandya is called as the sugar city of Karnataka. It has very good transport facilities connecting the various parts of the state. The Jain temple here consists of the idol of Bhagwan Ananthanatha Swamy in the Kayotsarga posture. Along with the idol of Bhagwan Ananthanatha we can also find the idol of Godess Padmavathi Devi. The Moolanakshatra Pooja is being performed to Godess Padmavathi in the month of March in this temple from the year 2001 to celebrate the birth of Godess Padmavathi.
How to Reach – Mandya is situated at a distance of 42 kilometers from Mysore and 100 kilometers to the south west of Bangalore. Boarding and lodging facilities are available at this place.
Main Deity – Idol of Bhagawan Ananthanatha Swamy in the Kayotsarga posture.