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Sravanabelagola a renowned Jain pilgrimage center, is revered as a holy place. It is located in the Hassan District of Karnataka state. There is a beautiful in the heart of the town. The name Sravanabelagola is derived from this. In Kannada, belagola means white pond. There are two picturesque hills in this town, namely Chandragiri (Chikkabetta) and Vindyagiri.  Thousands of devotees from all over the world and from all religious faith witness the celebrations. This festival has been celebrated since 981. The saints use 1008 consecrated pots of water together with plenty of quantities of milk, milk products, sandal and saffron pastes, honey and ghee for bathing the Bahubali statue. There are many tourist attractions in and around Sravanabelagola. Bhandari Basti, Chandragupta Basti and Chandragiri Hills are few of the attractions. The 57 feet wonder, the monolithic statue of the Gomateshwara, is situated at the scenic land on the Vindyagiri. The base of the statue has many inscriptions praising the Ganga king and his general Chamundaraya. Chandragupta Basadi, a Jain temple dedicated to Emperor Chandragupta Maurya, was believed to be built by Emperor Ashoka during 3rd century BC. Chandragiri hills houses monuments to numerous monks and shravakas. Legends tell that these monks meditated at this hill.

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Category : Pilgrim, Temples

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 573135

STD Code: 8176

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Best Time to Visit:  Oct – Mar

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Shravanabelagola is a city located in the Hassan district in the Indian state of Karnataka and is 158 km from Bangalore. The statue of Gommateshvara Bahubali at Śravaṇa Beḷgoḷa is one of the most important pilgrimage destinations in Jainism, one that reached a peak in architectural and sculptural activity under the patronage of Western Ganga Dynasty of Talakad. Shravanabelagola/Sravanabelagola is one of the most important Jain tirth (a sacred place) of the Jains in South India. It is a place of great importance from the point of pilgrimage and also archeological and religious heritage. The place derives its name from the point that Shravana or Shramana means a Jain ascetic and Belagola or Biliya Kola means white pond.Shravanabelagola is well-known for its senic beauty as well as for its religious sanctity. The two hills, the tank between, and the entire surroundings of Shravanabelagola are so enchanting and pleasing that they invariably attract the attention of all kinds of persons. The place is also important from the view of the regions history. Shravanabelagola flourished and cherished in the background of royal patronage and enjoyed the supremacy of religious fervour.

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By Air : The nearest airport to Sravanabelagola is Bangalore International airport. It is at a distance of about 140 km away. Taxi services are available from Bangalore airport to Sravanabelagola. Taxi fare is about Rs 2,000. Bangalore is well air connected to all major airports in India and many airports in abroad.

By Train : Nearest railhead is at Hassan and is located about 49 km from the heart of Sravanabelagola. Hassan is a major railhead and is well connected to other cities in the South India. Taxi services are available from Hassn to Sravanabelagola for a charge of about Rs. 800.

By BUS : KSRTC (Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation) buses operate between Shravanabelagola and other major cities in the state. Private luxury buses are available from Bangalore to Sravanabelagola (140 km).

By Taxi : Hiring a cab from Mysore or Bangalore is the best option as there are many sites in the city of Sravanabelagola that a traveler can visit. Cabs are the easiest way to travel around the city and the traveler can opt for this. Cab operators in Mysore charge per km or per day depending the operators and vehicles. They charge around INR 1500 per day for A/C cabs from Mysore and INR 2500 from Bangalore. Some of the cab operators are,

By Other : There may be local autos which are an easy way to get around. It is advisable to have a cab at the traveler’s disposal as local travel options may not be advisable. There are no separate night fares for auto rickshaws.

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• Raghu Hotel ; Shravanabelagula ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Ragh Boarding and Lodging ; Shravanabelagula ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service

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Mahamasthakabhisheka ; Venue:  Shravanabelagola ; Period :  February ; Details:  The Mahamasthakabhisheka is an important Jain festival held once every twelve years in the town of Shravanabelagola in Karnataka, India. The festival is held in veneration of an immense 18 meter high statue of the siddha Bahubali.

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