Jainism in Belgium

[5] They have built building a major temple in Wilrijk (near Antwerp), with a cultural centre, which was consecrated in 2010.

[8] They initially traded low quality rough diamonds, with very small margins of profit, while the local Jewish merchants dealt in larger stones.

In 2008, on 25 August the idols were brought to Antwerp by air, this was followed by a huge procession.

The temple and meditation hall are widely used throughout the year, with all important dates celebrated.

In a show of unity, the Derāvāsī and Sthānakavāsī sects follow the paryushana at the same time.

In most centers the rocking of the dreams during Mahavir Janma Kalyanak are auctioned to the highest bidder.