SIDDHAYATAN

Yamunotri is the source of the Yamuna River. The Yamunotri (Yamnotri) is appreciated for its glaciers and springs. It is recognized as a holy river, among Indians, as it was responsible for helping nurture and developing the Indian civilization.

The Yamunotri is located in Uttar Pradesh, India. The path to Yamunotri is spectacular, surrounded by a spectrum of peaks and forests.

Siddhayatan Tirth will construct a miniature version of the Yamunotri, making water from the glacier springs easily accessible, surrounded by its mountainous and forest features.

Kedarnath is the most remote of the Char Dham, Hindu’s prominent four pilgrimage sites, located in Radraprayag in the Himalayas. It is at the head of the Mandakini river, and honors Lord Shiva, power of protection and destruction.

Kedarnath is a beautiful sight, standing in the middle of a wide plateau surrounded by lofty snow covered peaks.

In honor and respect of the Hindu culture and its holy pilgrimages, Kedarnath will be available to all at Siddhayatan Tirth.

Badrinath is one of four holy Hindu pilgrimages of the Himalayas, known as the Char Dham. It is located in Gharwal, Uttarakhand.

Badrinath is the most popular and visited among the Char Dham sites, and it takes approximately two days of travel from Kedarnath. Badrinath honors Lord Vishnu, the sustaining and operative power.

Badrinath’s setting along the Alaknanda River and in the shadow of Nilikanth’s peak makes it a beautiful and sacred miniature pilgrimage at Siddhayatan’s Tirth.

Sammed Shikhar, also known as Parasnath, near Giridih, Jharjkahnd (200 miles from Kolkata) of India is a very special holy site for the Jains, as 20 of the 24 Tirthankars attained enlightenment at this site. The 4 Tirthankars who attained enlightenment elsewhere were Adinath (Kailash), Vasupujya, Naminath, and Mahavir.

Sammed Shikhar is on a 4,431 foot hill and includes many sacred meditation halls, amidst a natural and wildlife scenery.
Sammed Shikhar reminds all of those who take up this pilgrimage to engage their heart and soul and remember that meditation and spiritual efforts lead to enlightenment, and not the worldly life of materialism, ideology, and mind’s illusion.

Siddhayatan Tirth recognizes that the Tirthankars (special enlightened beings) attained moksha at this sacred site and thus will bring the spiritually transforming vibrations to Siddhayatan pilgrims.

Girnarji, also known as Girnar Hill, is located in Junagadh Gujurat. Popular among both Hindus and Jains, thousands take a journey on sturdy stone path. The pilgrimage takes 5-8 hours to climb the 3,660 foot mountain with 10,000 steps.

For the Hindus, Girnarji is sacred because of the Hindu pilgrimage site of Damodar Kund. For the Jains, Girnarji is sacred because of the Diksha, Gyan, and Moksha of 22nd Tirthankar, Neminath.

Siddhayatan Tirth makes available this sacred pilgrimage site of Gujurat to all.

The Gomteshwara Tirth, is a popular pilgrimage site for south Indians, Jains, and Hindus. Gomteshwara, also known as Bahubali, was the son of first Tirthankar, Lord Adinath (Risha bhdev).

Shree Gomteshwara Tirth is a 614 step journey on Sravanabelagola Hill located in the Indian state of Karnataka . The symbol of Lord Bahubali (Shree Gomteshwara) stands 57 feet and 8 inches high and represents his successful determination for enlightenment, after standing in one place for one year. It is the tallest monolithic sculpture in the world.

Shree Gomteshwar is widely known in Hindu culture and Jain heritage. He is the ideal symbol for humankind to conquer the evils of selfishness, jealousy, greed, and anger.

Siddhayatan Tirth will include a miniature version of this popular pilgrimage site, with a 101 step journey and a standing symbol of Lord Bahubali 10 feet tall to teach all visitors the determination needed for self-realization.

Palitana, in Gujurat, is considered one of the most sacred tirthas, pilgrimage sites, to the Jain community. It is said that every Jain should visit Palitana once in their lifetime.

Palitana is located in the Shatrunjaya Hills and it takes approximately one and half hours to climb the up-hill 3,950 steps to reach the top of the mountain. Palitana stretches across 600 meters.
The first renovation of Palitana was implemented by Chakravarti Bharat, first Tirthankar Adinath’s son.

Siddhayatan Tirth will include a miniature version of this “must see and must do” pilgrimage site on 4 acres of land, containing original soil from the Palitana Tirth.

“No other river is wound as closely with the warp and weft of Hinduism as the Ganga in India. Venerated since time immemorial as spiritual purifier, and the giver of health and prosperity, it is part of the country’s social and religious fabric. The irresistible attraction of these sacred waters, enhanced by the myths and legends woven around the river and its origins, has drawn ascetics and adventurers alike since mythical times. The pilgrimage to Gangotri, the temple dedicated to the Goddess Ganga near the source of the river, and one of the Char Dhams of Uttarakhand, is among the most sanctifying experiences of a Hindu’s life; and as uplifting and inspiring for the traveler. Millions of pilgrims and travelers have undertaken the yatra to Gangotri for centuries in search of salvation and the sacred river has provided them succour and hope.”  -  Govt. of Uttarakhand 2006.

HindustanTimes.com

Siddhayatan:  A Tirth, not Temple
By Sadhvi Siddhali Shree

Hundreds, possibly thousands, of Hindu and Jain temples have expanded across the United States; however, not one of these temples is considered a Tirtha (pilgrimage site). Siddhayatan is the first Hindu-Jain Tirtha outside of India, and it is located near Dallas, Texas. Siddhayatan is unique and special.