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In the heart of Udaipur city, a pristine sanctuary cradles an 87 cm high, white-colored idol of Bhagwan Chanda Parshwanath, seated in the Padmasana posture, its majestic presence gracing the palace road.
Sacred Site: Udaipur, a city steeped in the heroic tales of Rana Pratap, was established by Rana Udaysingh and stands surrounded by natural fortresses of hills. With a population exceeding three lakhs, over 50 thousand are followers of Jainism, making it a significant Jain tirth. The pinnacled temple of Bhagwan Chanda Parshwanath bears an inscription dating back to the year 1325 of the Vikram era. Renovated in 1982 by Shri Raghunathsinghji Khabia, the temple boasts glazed tiles on its walls and captivating paintings adorning the ceiling. The idol, affectionately known as Udaipur Parshwanath, radiates spiritual vibes.
Other Temples: Udaipur hosts a congregation of 40 temples, including the singular temple of Shri Padmanabh Swami, the future first Thirthankara of the coming Chouvisi.
Artistic Marvels and Sculpture: Amidst the historic events of Udaipur, the city stands as a testament to glorious tales. The idol, lacking a hood, emanates a spectrum of colors, evoking profound spiritual sentiments in the hearts of devoted worshippers.
Guidelines for Pilgrims: As a chief city in Rajasthan, Udaipur offers bus services and private vehicles for pilgrimage. With a rich historical tapestry, Udaipur beckons tourists and pilgrims alike, providing facilities like Dharamshala and Bhojanshala. Additionally, there are Ayambilshala and Upashraya, and other pilgrim centers like Chittodh, Dungarpur, Samina Parshwanath, Kesariyaji, and Kareda Parshwanath are easily accessible.
Scripture and Legacy: Mentions of Chanda Parshwanath resonate in sacred texts like "135 Naam Garbhit Shri Parshvanath Stavan," "Shri Parshvanath Naammala," "Tirthmala," and "Shri Parshvanath Chaitya Paripati." Notably, Shri Chintamani Parshwanath in the temple of Rapar in Kutch (Gadwali), Gujarat, is also revered as Chanda Parshwanath.
Trust and Contact: Under the auspices of Shri Chanda Parshwanath Jain Derasar, Thate Ragli no Bahar, Palace Road, near Ghanta ghar, Udaipur: 313001, State: Rajasthan, India. Phone: 098282-53678, the trust extends a warm welcome to seekers of divine solace.
