The 48 Kalyanak Jain Yatra is a spiritually significant pilgrimage in Jainism, focusing on sacred sites in Uttar Pradesh, India, associated with the 48 Kalyanaks (auspicious events or “panch-kalyanak” milestones like conception/Chyavan, birth/Janma, initiation/Diksha, omniscience/Kevalgyan, and liberation/Moksha) of various Tirthankars. These events are primarily linked to the birthplaces and key life moments of several Tirthankars from the current era (Chovisi).
Uttar Pradesh is revered as the land of many Tirthankars—17 of the 24 Tirthankars were born here—and hosts numerous Jain tirths (pilgrimage sites). The “48 Kalyanak” specifically refers to a cluster of these auspicious events concentrated in key locations like Ayodhya, Kashi (Varanasi), Prayagraj (Allahabad), Kaushambi, Shravasti, and nearby areas. This yatra highlights the profound Jain heritage intertwined with these historic cities.
Key Significance and Breakdown of the 48 Kalyanaks
The 48 Kalyanaks are distributed across these main sites (based on traditional Jain accounts and pilgrimage records):
- Ayodhya — The most prominent, home to 19 Kalyanaks. It is the janmabhoomi (birthplace) of five Tirthankars:
- Adinath (Rishabhanath) — 3 Kalyanaks
- Ajitnath — 4 Kalyanaks
- Abhinandanath — 4 Kalyanaks
- Anantnath — 4 Kalyanaks
- Sumatinath — 4 Kalyanaks
Ayodhya features ancient Jain temples like the Jain Atishay Kshetra and sites marking these events, emphasizing non-violence, spirituality, and ascetic values. - Kashi (Varanasi) — Associated with 16 Kalyanaks (4 each for four Tirthankars):
- Parshvanath
- Suparshvanath
- Chandraprabhu
- Shreyansnath
Key spots include Bhelupur (Parshvanath), Bhadani (Suparshvanath), Chandrapuri (Chandraprabhu), and Sinhapuri (Shreyansnath). Varanasi blends Jain, Hindu, and Buddhist heritage, with Jain temples and sacred spots for darshan. - Kaushambi — Linked to 4 Kalyanaks of Padmaprabhu Swami.
- Other associated sites (contributing to the total):
- Purimtal — 1 Kalyanak of Adinath Bhagwan.
- Shravasti (linked to Sambhavanath and others in broader tours).
These sites collectively represent the 48 Jin Kalyanak Tirths, making the region a vital spiritual hub for Jains seeking to connect with the lives and teachings of Tirthankars.
Popular 48 Kalyanak Jain Yatra Itineraries
Vardhman Vacations offer dedicated packages, often 5–6 nights/6–7 days, starting from Varanasi (Kashi):
- Typical Route — Pickup from Varanasi → Prayagraj → Kaushambi → Shravasti → Ayodhya → back to Varanasi or Lucknow.
- Duration — Short focused tours (e.g., 05 Nights/06 Days) cover the core 48 Kalyanak sites; longer versions (10–17 days) include more Tirthankars and Kalyanaks across India.
- Highlights — Temple darshans, rituals, stays at Jain dharmshalas, guided explanations of Kalyanaks, and emphasis on ahimsa (non-violence) and spiritual reflection.
- Best Time — October to March for pleasant weather.
This yatra offers devotees a chance to experience the divine footprints of Tirthankars in one of Jainism’s most concentrated sacred regions. If you’re planning a visit or seeking a specific tour package, many Jain travel specialists provide comfortable, devotion-focused arrangements with vegetarian meals and dharamshala stays.
Jai Jinendra! May this yatra bring peace and enlightenment.
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