{"id":799,"date":"2025-07-19T20:33:03","date_gmt":"2025-07-19T15:03:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bengalchronicle.co.in\/?p=799"},"modified":"2025-07-20T01:01:34","modified_gmt":"2025-07-19T19:31:34","slug":"parasnath-temple-jharkhand-a-sacred-jewel-of-jainism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bengalchronicle.co.in\/index.php\/2025\/07\/19\/parasnath-temple-jharkhand-a-sacred-jewel-of-jainism\/","title":{"rendered":"Parasnath Temple, Jharkhand \u2013 A Sacred Jewel of Jainism"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Parasnath Hill<\/strong>, also known as Marang Buru<\/strong>, is the highest peak in Jharkhand and a revered pilgrimage site in Jainism. It is idolized as the place where 20 out of the 24 Jain Tirthankaras<\/strong> attained salvation, making it a profound symbol of spiritual triumph.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The temple, also referred to as Shikharji<\/strong>, is located on Parasnath Hill in the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Time to Visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The ideal time to visit Parasnath is between October and March<\/strong>, when the weather is cool and dry. However, the monsoon season also adds a magical, sacred aura to the site \u2014 clouds embrace the hills, and faith seems to soar even higher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re planning a visit to Parasnath, here\u2019s a complete travel guide<\/strong> to ensure a smooth and enriching pilgrimage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Reach Parasnath Temple from Kolkata by Train<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1:<\/strong>
<\/strong> Check the train schedule and book your ticket online<\/a> (via IRCTC or other platforms) or through a railway reservation counter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2:<\/strong>
<\/strong> Depart from Kolkata. Most trains to Parasnath leave from Howrah<\/strong> or Sealdah<\/strong> stations. The journey typically takes around 4 to 5 hours<\/strong>, depending on the train, route, and weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3:<\/strong>
<\/strong> Upon arriving at Parasnath Railway Station<\/strong>, hire local transport (auto or taxi) to reach Isri Bazar<\/strong> or Madhuban<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4:<\/strong>
<\/strong> Begin your spiritual trek from the Madhuban Trekking Gate<\/strong>. The main temple is located approximately 9.65 km<\/strong> from this point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n