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A Jain tirth of the Cambay region — Stambhan Parshwanath, an historic pilgrimage temple dedicated to Parshwanath, the 23rd Tirthankar, its marble shikhara a landmark of Jain devotion in the Charotar.
A Jain tirth of the Charotar
Stambhan Parshwanath is a historic Jain pilgrimage temple in the Cambay region of Anand district, dedicated to Parshwanath — the 23rd Tirthankar of the Jain tradition. In Jain cosmology, Parshwanath is the penultimate Tirthankar, deeply venerated.
The temple stands in the Gujarat Jain tradition of marble shikhara architecture — its building and decoration sustained by the Jain communities of the Cambay coast, among the great medieval merchant patrons of Gujarat.
Stambhan Parshwanath is a quiet tirth, away from the main tourist circuit, rewarding for those seeking a contemplative Jain experience in central Gujarat. (A free Jain tirth; modest dress required; photography rules apply.)
Illustration — Stambhan Parshwanath Temple.
From a riverside experiment to the road to freedom
Illustration — Stambhan Parshwanath.
A Jain tirth founded in the Cambay region of central Gujarat.
Sustained by the Cambay Jain merchant community, great medieval patrons of Gujarat.
Dedicated to Parshwanath, the penultimate and deeply venerated Tirthankar.
An active tirth, still visited by pilgrims today.
Reasons to make the time
Jain pilgrimage
An active tirth.
Gujarat Jain
Marble shikhara.
Quiet
Contemplative.
History
Cambay's Jain past.
Marble
Craftsmanship.
Devotion
A living community.
What to look for inside
Stambhan Parshwanath
A Jain tirth.
Marble tower
Classic Gujarat style.
How to spend an hour or two
Pay respects
A Jain tirth dedicated to Parshwanath, the 23rd Tirthankar.
See the marble
Take in the Gujarat Jain marble carving and the shikhara tower.
Learn the traditions
Understand the place of Parshwanath, the 23rd Tirthankar, in Jain devotion.
Sense the history
Trace Cambay's Jain merchant past through this quiet tirth.
Walk the compound
A quiet, contemplative space away from the tourist circuit.
Observe the ritual
Witness the devotion of a living Jain community.
Illustration — Stambhan Parshwanath.
A Gujarat Jain marble temple
Stambhan Parshwanath is dedicated to Parshwanath, the 23rd Tirthankar, and follows the classic Gujarat Jain marble shikhara tradition. It stands in the Cambay region of Anand, one of the historic Jain merchant communities of the Indian Ocean trade world. (Illustrated emblem shown.)
Dedicated to Parshwanath (23rd Tirthankar)
Gujarat Jain marble shikhara tradition
Cambay Jain merchant heritage
A quiet active tirth in the Charotar
When to go
The ideal season for temple visits.
Lush and green, some festivals.
Hot; early morning visits best.
⏰ October to March is the best season for temple visits in Anand; major festivals bring additional life and colour.
Timings & entry
- Open in daytime hours
- Cool season preferred
- Morning visit best
- Festival season crowded
- Dress modestly
- Remove footwear inside
- Follow temple customs
- Photography rules vary
Getting there
By Air
Ahmedabad airport (~70 km).
By Rail
Anand Junction.
By Road
NH-48 / Anand.
Capturing the temple
SACRED SPACES
Stambhan Parshwanath Temple
What to shoot
The marble shikhara.
Detail
Carved stone.
Setting
The compound.
Best light
Morning.
Know before you go
More to see close by
Khambhat Flamingo Flats
Vast tidal mudflats alive with birds
Khambhat (Cambay)
An ancient trading port on the gulf
Khambhat Gulf
Vast tidal flats alive with flamingos & waders
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Where to eat around the ashram
Gujarati Thali
Hearty Charotar meals.
Khaman & farsan
Steamed snacks.
Anand street
Street food in the city.
Milk sweets
Fresh shrikhand, basundi, doodh pak.
Stambhan Parshwanath Temple FAQ
What is Stambhan Parshwanath?
A historic Jain pilgrimage temple.
Where is it?
Stambhan, Cambay area, Anand.
Is there an entry fee?
Free.
When to visit?
October to March.
What to wear?
Modest dress; remove footwear.
How long?
30 minutes.
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