India, the country with so many diversities, is known to be a hot spot around the world for tourism. Not only just general tourist interests, but the country is famous for its pilgrimage tourism opportunities in offering for the devotees of different religions. In ancient India, one of the oldest religions had taken birth, known today as Hinduism. Later, some more religious views evolved in this country and religious sects, like Jainism, Buddhism, Sikhism, etc. came forward. The concepts of Jainism were proposed by Mahabir Jain, who motto was to preach love, sanity and ahimsha (non-violence). The world is for everyone – nobody is nobody’s enemy – thus human beings should make love and verge hate to enjoy a peaceful living.
Mahabir Jain’s teachings became highly famous one upon a time in India and millions of followers of Hinduism turned into followers of Mahabir Jain or Jainism. Even today, there are more than 4.2 million Jain followers can be found in India and across the world the number is around 6 to 12 million. A large portion of Jain community lives in UK and for them professional travel companies of UK arrange Jain Pilgrimage Tours in India. It is indeed a great opportunity for the followers of Jain, living in UK, to visit the Jain temples of India to attain the divine blessings.
Famous Jain temples of India
Across India, plenty of famous Jain temples can be found. Though followers of Jainism are religious minorities in India, still the largest democracy of the world is protecting them with its immense virtues. Jain pilgrimage sites are well maintained and robust security has been installed there by the government so that pilgrims can visit the places with safety. Here are some important Jain pilgrimage sites of India:
Muktagiri Temple, Madhya Pradesh
Almost all the Jain Pilgrimage Tour Packages include this beautiful, ancient and holy temple. Situated in the state of Madhya Pradesh, Muktagiri Temple is a pinnacle of Jainism principles, exhibiting several aspects of Jainism through the arts on its walls. The place is also known Mendhagiri and the most astonishing fact on the place is that at Muktagiri, you will find plenty of Jain temples, 52 in numbers to be specific. All these 52 temples are located amidst tranquil natural surroundings, revealing spiritual or divine aura for the visitors or devotees.
Shri Mahavirji Temple, Rajasthan
Rajasthan is considered as the home of Jains. More than 50% followers of Jainism in India live in Rajasthan. Hence, it is obvious that the state of Rajasthan is a prominent pilgrimage haven for the followers of Jainism throughout the world. Nestled on the bank of river Ganga, in Karauli district Chandanpur village, Shri Mahavirji Temple is one3 of the famous as well as oldest temples of India. The temple actually hosts 4 small temples inside it. Idol of Prophet Mahavir Jain has been worshipped here by the devotees. The magnificent charm around the temple would surely mesmerize you. The serene and divine aura within the temple would bring in mental peace, spiritual thoughts and love for the humanity.
