Yanaimalai, located in Madurai District, Tamil Nadu, India, derives its name from the Tamil words “yaanai” (meaning “elephant”) and “malai” (meaning “hill”) due to its resemblance to an elephant in a sitting position. This name has endured for over 2000 years. The hill, stretching over 3 kilometers and reaching a height of 90 meters, is considered sacred by the Tamil Jain community. Jain monks resided here during the Pandyan Dynasty, leaving behind caves with Jain bas relief sculptures of Mahavira, Gomateshwara, and other tirthankaras. Stone beds used by the monks can also be found. Additionally, Tamil-Brahmi and Vattelettu inscriptions adorn the hill. In the foothills, two ancient Hindu temples, Ladan cave temple and Yoga Narasimha temple, both constructed by the Pandyas in the 8th  century, pay homage to Shaivism and Vaishnavism respectively. The Jain temple atop the hill is a protected monument declared by the Archaeological Survey of India, showcasing the rich historical tapestry of Yanaimalai