SLC29-W3 | Urban Discovery Journey : Religious Cultural Activities

Dear Steemians,

I visited a religious place this morning for SLC29-W3 | Urban Discovery Journey : Religious Cultural Activities in Modipuram. It's a place of worship for people following Jain religion but everyone is welcome.

Now I jump on to the questions and answer them as required

What kind of religious cultural place have you visited? Introduce briefly

Today, I visited Shri Digambar Jain Temple in Pallavpuram Phase One, Modipuram, which is a revered Digambar Jain shrine located in the community area, serving as a peaceful spiritual hub for Jain devotees in the region. It is going on for last couple of days and is one of the most revered Jain principles of non-violence and devotion, drawing locals and visitors for its serene ambiance and architectural features but all are welcome.

I took my opportunity specially for this post even though I am not a spiritual person, but I go to all religious places, including churches, mosques, temples, and gurudwaras, so I see this temple enriches spirituality, blending history and art. I had never been there before, but to cover your contest, I visited it and saw a great function celebrating its 25th anniversary was going on therefore, I collected its details, like history and architectural values, etc.

Key highlights include a 6-foot Padmasana idol of Bhagwan Mahavira on the main altar, exuding calm; a striking 5-7 foot Parshvanath with 11 serpent hoods; and a Samavsharan Mandir replicating divine assemblies. Inside, 720 idols represent 24 Tirthankaras across five Bharat and Airavat kshetras, including a towering 13.5-foot Parshvanath crafted in white stone for majesty.

Mahavira's 6-foot seated form anchors the sanctum, alongside Suparshvanath and others; the complex holds relics linking to Rishabhdev, Meerut's historic Jain ties. Daily aartis, chants, and jiav daya (life mercy) practices occur, with donations supporting upkeep resonating with community involvement.

A green emerald Parshvanath image graces the first altar, symbolizing prosperity; three light-brown stone-slab idols add to the artistic depth.

What kind of religious activities are seen here? (With pictures + videos)

Shri Digambar Jain Temple features a distinctive courtyard with seven altars they call them tikals, each crowned by elegant shikharas (spires), as a key element of its Digambar Jain architecture. These spires rise gracefully above the complex, blending simplicity with intricate detailing typical of regional Jain temple design.

The seven spires top individual altars in the open courtyard, creating a rhythmic skyline that emphasizes verticality and symmetry. Constructed from local stone, they taper upward with curved profiles, often adorned with subtle carvings of lotus motifs, serpentine patterns, and geometric friezes which is simply the hallmarks of North Indian Jain aesthetics.