tirthayatra
Tirthayatra is a form of pilgrimage found in Indian religious traditions, especially Hinduism and Jainism, undertaken to visit tirthas—sacred places believed to be portals between the earthly and the divine. The word combines Sanskrit tirtha, meaning a ford, crossing, or sacred water-place, with yatra, meaning a journey or pilgrimage.
Pilgrims travel to rivers, lakes, temples, or other sites associated with auspicious events or deities. The
In Hinduism, tirthayatra is linked to river tirthas such as the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati, as well
Today, tirthayatra remains a common religious practice, organized by temples, monasteries, and community groups, and pursued