Gomatgiri Temple: The Destination of Peace, Beauty, and the Divine.
India is legit one of those countries in the world that is still strongly rooted in its culture and history even while developing at a rapid pace every day. With a variety of cultures blooming in our country since the beginning, there are many places, monuments that show the residues of it. And, our city Indore is just one of those places that house the most historical things, monuments, and buildings. If you are an Indori, you might have heard of the Gomatgiri temple, right? Well, keep reading to know its history and cultural background with us.
The history of this temple dates back to 1986 when the sculptures of 24 Jain Tirthankaras and Lord Bahubali were established on the mountain of Gomatgiri. There are a total of 24 temples made of marble here, that is Sangmarmar and each temple is dedicated to the 24 Tirthankaras of Jainism. Many devotees come to this place to worship and pray. A major reason religious visitors come here is the footprints of all 24 Tirthankaras established at Gomatgiri. It is also believed that this place has a collection of religious books and it is called SaraswatiParisar. It is believed that many unfortunate books are kept here.
What Else?
This place also has a Dharmshala to offer you a religious retreat if you ever visit this temple. Many localities, specifically the ones following Jainism, organize their events as well as religious events in this Dharmshala. So, if you ever visit Indore and want to take a peaceful religious break to connect with the divine, then staying at Gomatgiri’sDharmshala won’t be a bad idea.
Moreover, the place is a famous picnic spot in the city. Be it family, friends, or your spouse, the place can be visited on weekends. Situated away from the hush bush, Gomatgiri offers a splendid view of the city, full of lush fresh greenery, and peace. So, if you are bored and want to explore something historic and religious, Gomatgiri can be the perfect destination for you to visit.
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Article By: KaveryParasher
