Sammed

Sammed, also known as Sammed Shikharji, is a Jain pilgrimage site located on Parasnath Hill in the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India. The hill is among the highest in the region, with Parasnath Hill rising about 1,365 meters (4,480 feet) above sea level. The site sits within a landscape of forested slopes and offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Religious significance is the defining feature of Sammed Shikharji. In Jain tradition, it is believed to be the place where many Tirthankaras attained moksha, with twenty-four Tirthankaras commonly cited as having achieved salvation on or around the hill. The site hosts a network of temples and shrines dedicated to various Tirthankaras and other revered figures, making it the holiest pilgrimage destination for many Jains after their own local temples.

Access and pilgrimage arrangements are organized around a series of routes that ascend the hill, where pilgrims visit multiple shrines along the way. The ascent and the accompanying rituals reflect the Jain emphasis on penance, asceticism, and reverence for spiritual milestones. The site is managed by Jain institutions in coordination with local authorities, and it remains a focal point for annual festivals and religious observances.

See also:

- Parasnath

- Giridih district

- Jainism

Notes and references are typically drawn from Jain community sources, regional guides, and government listings related to pilgrimage sites in Jharkhand.