Shri Chandrapuri Tirth
Mulnayak
45 cm. high, white - colored idol of Bhagawan Chandraprabhu in the Padmasana Posture. (The idols of Bhagawan in the Svetambar and Digambar temples are quite similar).
Tirth
It is on the bank of the Ganga river near the Chandravati village.
Historicity
The history of this tirth begins from the times of Bhagawan Chandraprabh, the eighth Tirthankara. This Holy Land is the place of the four Kalyanakas - chyavan, birth, diksa and attainment of omniscience - of Bhagawan Chandraprabh. This tirth is mentioned in ‘ Vividh Tirth Kalpa’ written by Acharya Jinaprabhasurishvarji, in Jain, scriptures and in many tirthamaleas. In this tirth there are many ancient hills if the archaeological department undertakes research work, many remains and other material can be found. The most valuable days in Bhagwan’s Life passed here. This place, therefore, has a great significance. Every particle here deserves adoration. Even today, under influence of the pure particles, pilgrims get engrossed in prayer to Bhagawan, experience spiritual peace and make their life successful.
Other Temples
At present, there are no other temples.
Works of art and Sculpture
The holy tirth on the bank of the Ganga river is full of natural beauty, pure particles, delight and wonders and it is fit for sadhana since this is an ancient tirth, many remains can be found.
Guidelines
The nearest railway Kadipur is at a distance of 5 kilometers and Benaras is at a distance of 23 kilometers Bus service and private vehicles are available. For Svetambar and Digambars, there is a provision for board and lodging.
Trust
Shri Jain Svetambar Tirth Pedhi, Chandrapuri Tirth, Gam: Chandravati, Dist. :Uttar Pradesh, India. Phone: 0542-615316