One of the holiest Jain pilgrimages, Shravanabelagola is synonymous with the colossal monolithic statue of Jain saint Lord Gomateshwara.
Belonging to the Jain era the natural stone formations coupled with greenery makes this place unique tourist's delight. The temple to Gomateswara is built on top of a hill, in between two hills - at a height of 3000 feet above sea level. A flight of 500 steps provides access to this temple. Views of the neighborhood from the top of the hill are spectacular.The image of Gomateswara is an awe inspiring one. Carved out of a single block of granite, this 50 feet high statue, stands majestically on top of the hill. This image was created during the period of Chamundaraya, a minister of the Ganga King Rajamalla. The neighboring area abounds in Jaina bastis and several images of the Jaina Theerthankaras.
Best Time To Visit
The best time to visit is between the months of October and March.
Getting here
Shravanabelagola is well connected by road and rail to Bangalore, Mysore and Hassan. Regular buses ply from Hassan. Shravanabelagola is 146 kms west of Bangalore and 11kms away from Channarayapatna, a taluk head quarter on Bangalore - Mangalore National Highway at Hassan District.
Shravanabelagola is connected by rail to Bangalore, Mysore and Hassan.
The nearest airport is at Bangalore.