Shri
Jiyagani Tirth

Mulnayak: Nearly 38 cms.
high, white - colored idol of Bhagawan Sambhavanath in the Padmasana Posture.
How To Reach: It is on the
main road of the Jiyaganj Village in Oswal Patti. The nearest railway station of Jiyaganj
is at a distance of two kilometers, Murshidabad is at a distance of nearly 4 kilometers
and Barhampur is at distance of nearly 20 Kilometers. Bus services and private vehicles
are available. In the compound of the temple of Vasupujaya Swami, there are boading and
lodging. The way to mahimapur and kathgola Tirth is via Jiaganj.
Historicity: OF the group
of the five tirths of West bangal, this is a chief tirth. It is believed that the temple
was built nearly 150 years ago. The idol is very ancient. Many rich Jain merchants came to
settle here. This city, therefore, became rich and prospersons. In this tirth, many rich
Jain merchants participated in religious activities and activities of human welfare. This
is a noteworthy fact.The building style of the chief temple of Bhagawan Sambhavanath is
extraordinary and distinct. The steps are wide and the gate is large and artistic. The
outside scene of the temple looks like that of a place or a museum. The art of the idol is
spectacular. In the temple of Vasupujaya Bhagawan nearly the hand - painted ancient
paintings are very beautiful and splendid.
Trust: Shri Sambhavanath Bhagawan, Jain Mandir, Oswal Patti, Jiyaganj,
Dist : Mushirabad, State : West Bengal, India.