Pisanhari ki Madiya

About the shrine

Pisanhari ki Madiya is a Jain pilgrimage centre set among greenery in the hilly area near Netaji Subhash Chandra Medical College in Jabalpur. It is revered by the Digambara sect of Jainism and is considered to be at least five hundred years old. The shrine is reached by climbing a flight of a hundred and fifty steps, and it has accommodation facilities for pilgrims.

At the shrine

The climb

A flight of a hundred and fifty steps leads up to the shrine through the hilly, wooded surroundings. The climb is part of the visit rather than an obstacle to it.

The pilgrim facilities

The site has accommodation for pilgrims, which marks it as a working pilgrimage centre and not only a viewing stop.

Planning your visit

This is an active Jain pilgrimage site in the city, so plan around the climb and around temple custom.

• Allow time for the hundred and fifty steps, and take them slowly in warm weather.
• Dress modestly and follow the footwear rule at the entrance.
• If you need to stay, ask about the pilgrim accommodation in advance.

Best time to visit

Cooler hours make the stair climb easier, and the greenery around the hill is at its best after the rains. Check locally if you are planning around a Jain festival date, when the site will be far busier.