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Jalmandir of Pawapuri, Pilgrimage Destination of Jainism
Located in the state of Bihar, Pawapuri has existed as a place of spirituality for many centuries, and remains one of the most sacred sites of Jainism. Pawapuri’s claim to fame lies in being the place where the twenty fourth Tirthankar and founder of Jainism, Mahavir, breathed his last at the age of seventy two.
According to a legend, the present tank in Pawapuri came into being as a result of removal of the soil following the great demand for Lord Mahavir’s ashes after his cremation by his devotees. Today Jalmandir, a beautiful temple of white marble in the centre of the tank, is a magnet for devotees and tourists.
The focal point of any visit to Pawapuri is the Jalmandir. Located in the middle of the pool, Jalmandir is one of the holiest shrines in Jainism. It is the place where Mahavir was cremated. It is no wonder that the temple is a major pilgrimage destination for Jains from all over the world, as well as an increasingly popular tourist attraction. Pilgrims reach Jalmandir by a 600 feet long stone bridge that juts out from the shore of the pool.
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