Som Tirtha
Som Tirtha is located within the famous Pandu Pindara complex and is a highly revered site in Hindu mythology. It is famously associated with the Moon God, Soma, who is said to have performed penance here to rid himself of a curse. Legend states that the Moon God took a holy dip in this tank to reg ain his lost luster. Additionally, the Pandavas spent twelve years waiting for Somavati Amavasya here to offer pind-daan to their ancestors. Today, it is a massive reservoir surrounded by ghats and temples. People believe that a bath here, especially on specific lunar days, cures skin ailments and brings mental peace. The site is a blend of natural beauty and deep-rooted faith, serving as one of the most important pilgrimage spots in the Jind district.
General information
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Ideal Duration:
Duration: 1 to 2 Hours.Place Type:
Religious.Entry Fees:
Entry Fees:
Free Entry: There is no charge to enter the site.
Pooja Charges: Priests may charge a fee for conducting specific pind-daan rituals.
Parking: A small fee of 10 t...Entry Fees:
Free Entry: There is no charge to enter the site.
Pooja Charges: Priests may charge a fee for conducting specific pind-daan rituals.
Parking: A small fee of 10 to 20 Rupees is charged for vehicles.Timing:
Timings:
Regular
Timings: Open from 4:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
Ideal Visit Time: Visit during the month of Kartik or on any Amavasya for the full cultural experience. ...Timings:
Regular
Timings: Open from 4:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
Ideal Visit Time: Visit during the month of Kartik or on any Amavasya for the full cultural experience.Special Events:
Special Event:
Somavati Amavasya: This is the signature event of the site, where lakhs of people gather for a holy dip.
Lunar Eclipse: Special prayers are held during and after a lunar eclipse due to the sit...Special Event:
Somavati Amavasya: This is the signature event of the site, where lakhs of people gather for a holy dip.
Lunar Eclipse: Special prayers are held during and after a lunar eclipse due to the site's connection with the Moon.Best Photo Spots:
Best Photo Spots:
The Main Ghats: The wide steps leading into the water offer a grand perspective of the site.
Ritual Candid Shots: Capture the emotion of devotees performing prayers (with permission).
<...Best Photo Spots:
The Main Ghats: The wide steps leading into the water offer a grand perspective of the site.
Ritual Candid Shots: Capture the emotion of devotees performing prayers (with permission).
Temple Spires: The reflection of the multiple small temples in the morning light is a photographer's delight.Photo Gallery
Things To Do
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Things to Do:
Ancestral Rituals: Perform Pind-Daan for family members as per Vedic traditions.
Holy Bath: Take a dip in the Som Tirtha tank for spiritual merit.
Morning Aarti: Participate in the congregational prayers held at dawn.
Feeding Fish: It is a common practice to feed flour balls to the fish in the tank.
Explore Pandu Pindara: Walk around the entire complex to see other smaller tirthas.
Photography: Capture the vibrant colors of the pilgrims and the traditional ghats.
Picnicking: Enjoy a quiet lunch in the open spaces around the temple complex.
Bird Watching: Migratory birds are often sp...
Information
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Why Famous:
Why Famous:
Pandava Connection: The site is legendary for being the place where the Pandavas offered pinds to their fallen kin.
Lunar Mythology: It is the primary site for worshipping the Moon God to seek re...Why Famous:
Pandava Connection: The site is legendary for being the place where the Pandavas offered pinds to their fallen kin.
Lunar Mythology: It is the primary site for worshipping the Moon God to seek relief from curses and diseases.
Massive Gatherings: It hosts one of the largest religious congregations in Haryana during Somavati Amavasya. -
Architecture:
Traditional Ghats: The tank is surrounded by wide stone steps or ghats for easy access to the water.
Temple Clusters: Various small shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu dot the perimeter.
Pind-Daan P...Traditional Ghats: The tank is surrounded by wide stone steps or ghats for easy access to the water.
Temple Clusters: Various small shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu dot the perimeter.
Pind-Daan Platform: A designated area with a simple pavilion is used for ancestral rituals.
Symmetry: The tank is roughly square, measuring approximately 100 by 100 meters with a depth of 10 to 15 feet. -
How To Reach:
How to Reach:
By Air: Use the New Delhi Airport, then take a taxi or bus.
By Train: Jind Junction is the closest major railhead, just 7 KMS away.
By Road: Located on the Jin... -
Near Tourist Places:
1. Bhuteshwar Temple (8 KM), 2. Rani Talab (7 KM), 3. Ramrai (15 KM), 4. Safidon (28 KM), 5. Dhamtan Sahib (62 KM), 6. Hansdehar (52 KM), 7. Ekhans Tirtha (10 KM), 8. Assan Tirtha (20 KM), 9. Narwana (55 KM), 10. Rohtak (70 KM).
Tourism Tips
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Tourism Tips:
Health & Safety: Be careful on the wet steps of the ghats as they can be slippery.
Packing: Carry a fresh set of clothes if you plan to take a holy dip.
Accommodat...
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