Shravanabelagola
Shravanabelagola is a Jain pilgrimage site located in the Hassan district of Karnataka, India. The name translates to "White Pond of the Monk" in Kannada, referring to the beautiful pond in the town and the monastic tradition associated with it. The site is renowned for its colossal statue of the Jain Tirthankara Bahubali, also known as Gomateshwara. This monolithic statue, carved from a single granite rock, stands at 57 feet tall and is a significant pilgrimage destination for Jains worldwide.
The history of Shravanabelagola dates back over 2,500 years, with its origins closely linked to the spread
The site is divided into two main hills: Vindyagiri and Chandragiri. Vindyagiri is home to the Gomateshwara