Shravanabelgola Jain Temple
Shravanabelgola Jain Temple
Shravanabelgola Jain Temple
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Phodophile
Bangalore District, India358 contributions
Apr 2022 • Business
The place is very well maintained and has shops and shop vendors who sell socks a the base of the hill. There are many other stalls also serving basic amenities. The hill is very well carved into steps and is done properly. Overall its a good place to visit especially for jains
Written April 30, 2022
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Swami
15 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
The temple is on top of a Stone Mountain. The best part is that the entire way has nicely cut steps and railings. What is needed to climb the 600+ steps is determination, patience and a little effort. We saw some octogenarians climbing along with us. Beautiful location and well kept township surrounding the temple.
Written January 8, 2020
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Mahak_Travelling
Bangalore District, India366 contributions
Dec 2020 • Friends
This place has a good view from the top. Also there are good many steep stairs so please beware of your physical fitness before climbing. It's a peaceful temple and can spend good time with frns or family. They have ample parking on normal weekends. Better to reduce the luggage at the cloak rooms or in your car before climbing.
Written August 21, 2021
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nolegirl893
Naples, FL94 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
I trained for several months in order to be able to walk up to the temple. Was worth it. View is great and people we met on the way up and down so friendly. We love India. This is our third trip back. So much to see in this beautiful country.
Written March 16, 2020
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jnrobin
Indore, India506 contributions
Oct 2014 • Family
So far, I have been to this place around 25 times. I feel blessed every time I go there.
Distance (from Bangalore) -
It is about 145 Kms from Majestic and the distance may vary depending on the place you start from Bangalore.
How to reach (from Bangalore) -
Unfortunately, there is no train service on this route. But, the road is good. If you are planing to go by bus, there are 2-3 buses which directly go the Shravanbelagola (from Majestic KSRTC bus stand) around 6-7 AM. Otherwise, you may take a bus till Channarayapatna (CR Patna), every 20 minutes, there is a bus which passes though CR Patna. It takes about 3-4 hours to reach CR Patna, and from there Shravanbelagola is just 12 Kms. You can take a local bus which is available every 30 minutes, and it takes about 20 minutes to reach. While returning, there is a direct bus for Bangalore at 3:15 PM.
My suggestion, if you are 3 people or more, better to opt for a Cab as it saves a lot of time. It just takes about 2.5 to 3 hours from your house. Buses skips all flyovers, and stops at many place for passengers, hence takes double time than the cab.
What to visit-
There are two hills - Chandragiri and Vindhyagiri. The 1000 years old statue, which is also World's largest monolith is on the Chandragiri hill. There are some 600 steps to climb up. "Doli" service is also available for the needy. Footwear are not allowed while climbing, you may wear shocks, if required. The stairs were cut from the rocks itself and they have become uneven due to rains and other natural phenomenon. It takes about 15-20 minutes for a healthy person to reach on top. My advise, not to sit anywhere, you should relax by standing in between for sometime, if needed. The 57 feet idol looks pretty attractive and every time I visit, a big smile appears on my face after having the darshan. And I wonder it's been more than 1000 years, isn't it a Wonder of the World. The body of Lord Bahubali were covered by the branches of the trees when he was preaching Meditation, attaining Knowledge (Keval Gyan) in the Jungle. This statue is also carved in the same manner. There are several small idols of other Jain Tirthankars in the surrounding area behind the statue. The process of 'abhishek' can be done by the followers after getting cleaned and wearing dhoti. They allow abhishek only of the foot of the statue. Every 12 years 'abhishek' is done, which is known as Maha Mastabhishek. Last time it was in 2006, this time it will be in 2018. Devotees from all across the country come during that time. Overall it can take 2-3 hours depending on the time you spend on the hillock.
The other hill, Chandragiri has 14 temples. There are some 350 steps on reach on top. The statue of Bahubali can also be seen from the top of Chandragiri. In between there is pond.
Other then the two hills, there are 7-8 Jain temples in town. Most of the are opened only during the morning hours.
Where to eat-
There is "free food" facility available from the committee. Jain food (without root vegetables - like Potato, Onion, Garlic, etc) is provided there. Lunch is available from 12 to 2:30 PM and dinner is available from 4:30 to 6 PM. Other than this there are a few Marwadi bhojnalaya, but not all are authentic Marwadi. Some of them are big cheaters, I don't want to name any. Try at your own risk. There is one small restaurant near the Vindhyagiri entrance, which is really good, not many options are available, but basic all items are available here.
Where to stay-
Basic accommodation is easily available here. There is a dharamshala office near the bus stand. Different types of rooms and cottages are available at minimal rates. It is advised to look at the rooms first before confirming the booking.
What else nearby-
Kambadhalli
Halebid
Belur
Contact me for any more information, you need about this place.
Distance (from Bangalore) -
It is about 145 Kms from Majestic and the distance may vary depending on the place you start from Bangalore.
How to reach (from Bangalore) -
Unfortunately, there is no train service on this route. But, the road is good. If you are planing to go by bus, there are 2-3 buses which directly go the Shravanbelagola (from Majestic KSRTC bus stand) around 6-7 AM. Otherwise, you may take a bus till Channarayapatna (CR Patna), every 20 minutes, there is a bus which passes though CR Patna. It takes about 3-4 hours to reach CR Patna, and from there Shravanbelagola is just 12 Kms. You can take a local bus which is available every 30 minutes, and it takes about 20 minutes to reach. While returning, there is a direct bus for Bangalore at 3:15 PM.
My suggestion, if you are 3 people or more, better to opt for a Cab as it saves a lot of time. It just takes about 2.5 to 3 hours from your house. Buses skips all flyovers, and stops at many place for passengers, hence takes double time than the cab.
What to visit-
There are two hills - Chandragiri and Vindhyagiri. The 1000 years old statue, which is also World's largest monolith is on the Chandragiri hill. There are some 600 steps to climb up. "Doli" service is also available for the needy. Footwear are not allowed while climbing, you may wear shocks, if required. The stairs were cut from the rocks itself and they have become uneven due to rains and other natural phenomenon. It takes about 15-20 minutes for a healthy person to reach on top. My advise, not to sit anywhere, you should relax by standing in between for sometime, if needed. The 57 feet idol looks pretty attractive and every time I visit, a big smile appears on my face after having the darshan. And I wonder it's been more than 1000 years, isn't it a Wonder of the World. The body of Lord Bahubali were covered by the branches of the trees when he was preaching Meditation, attaining Knowledge (Keval Gyan) in the Jungle. This statue is also carved in the same manner. There are several small idols of other Jain Tirthankars in the surrounding area behind the statue. The process of 'abhishek' can be done by the followers after getting cleaned and wearing dhoti. They allow abhishek only of the foot of the statue. Every 12 years 'abhishek' is done, which is known as Maha Mastabhishek. Last time it was in 2006, this time it will be in 2018. Devotees from all across the country come during that time. Overall it can take 2-3 hours depending on the time you spend on the hillock.
The other hill, Chandragiri has 14 temples. There are some 350 steps on reach on top. The statue of Bahubali can also be seen from the top of Chandragiri. In between there is pond.
Other then the two hills, there are 7-8 Jain temples in town. Most of the are opened only during the morning hours.
Where to eat-
There is "free food" facility available from the committee. Jain food (without root vegetables - like Potato, Onion, Garlic, etc) is provided there. Lunch is available from 12 to 2:30 PM and dinner is available from 4:30 to 6 PM. Other than this there are a few Marwadi bhojnalaya, but not all are authentic Marwadi. Some of them are big cheaters, I don't want to name any. Try at your own risk. There is one small restaurant near the Vindhyagiri entrance, which is really good, not many options are available, but basic all items are available here.
Where to stay-
Basic accommodation is easily available here. There is a dharamshala office near the bus stand. Different types of rooms and cottages are available at minimal rates. It is advised to look at the rooms first before confirming the booking.
What else nearby-
Kambadhalli
Halebid
Belur
Contact me for any more information, you need about this place.
Written October 14, 2014
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Harshit M
London, UK23 contributions
Jan 2015 • Friends
First of all, you should know that there are more than 350 steps to climb and No, you can't take your car on the top.
It is an old jain temple which is not maintained well. It has an excellent view of surrounding places from the top.
Avoid during Summer and make sure you take plenty of water with you.
It is an old jain temple which is not maintained well. It has an excellent view of surrounding places from the top.
Avoid during Summer and make sure you take plenty of water with you.
Written February 10, 2015
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sorabh
New Delhi, India963 contributions
May 2014 • Friends
It has 57 Feet Gommateshwara Bahubali monolithic statue Northwest of Bangalore, about three hours’ drive or about two hours’ drive from Mysore. Route has swaying coconut trees but Road is not very good after getting on the State Highway. 625 Steep Steps to climb to reach the top. Pond and another temple around. Arrangement to stay for Night in Jain community halls/Dharamshala. We, however, did not stay for the night.
Written May 23, 2014
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mayur s
Mumbai, India171 contributions
Mar 2015 • Family
u have to climb 650 to 700 steps to reach there....but the place is awasome....great and big bahubali a god of jain statue is there....excelent place...u feel great to darshan.....very nice place.....recomanded go early in morning ...afternoon steps are hot difficult to climb because u have to go bare fooot wear a socks
Written April 19, 2015
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ShamsSeattle
Bengaluru, India68 contributions
Dec 2014 • Family
A steep climb on the steps on the rock face takes you to the Jain temple on top. From there, it is such a fabulous scene all around. It is very peaceful, visually appealing and a must-do if you are in the area.
Written April 15, 2015
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Miket B
Mumbai, India19 contributions
Mar 2015 • Couples
One of the places protected under National Monuments Act, it is a beautiful place. Located at around 156 KM from Bangalore, it can be visited by Road from Bangalore to Channarayapattana and from there to Shravana Belgoda. KSRTC buses including Airawat buses go till Channarayapatna and from there, you can take a local bus (Very good frequency) to Shravana Belgoda (11 KM from Channarayapatana). There are two Mountains to climb for darshan. Do not miss any one of them as both of them contain memories of the time millioan year back.
Written March 27, 2015
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Gopalakrishnan M
Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), India
how to reach there from trivandrum
Written December 1, 2018
mysore- chamrajnagar-palakkada-trissure-cohin-trivendram, aprox 675 kms
Written December 2, 2018
I am not sure about exact time, but It should be open anytime around 7:00am and close after 6:30 pm, thank you
Written April 8, 2018
I must know allow visitors permit to enter sravanabalagula on 11-02 -2018
Written February 7, 2018
Visitors permit not required for sravanabelagola . Entry is free but due to Maha mastakaabhishek expect huge crowd and may be long wait times.
Written February 9, 2018
Hi All,
Can someone provide reasonable tours/travels car rental contacts in Mysore for taking a cab round-trip from Mysore-Shravana Belgola.
Thanks
-Arun
Written March 22, 2017
Hi Arun,
You can use services from "Devi Travels" (Mr.Pradeep). They charged me Rs.3500 for the trip. Reliable and reputed travel agency.
Contact Numbers - 94806 42564 / 99809 09990
Thanks
Written March 22, 2017
Closes by 6 P.M. Temple opens at Morning Seven A.M. Its advised to go there by 8 A.M., so that you can come down by 12 noon.
Written March 23, 2017
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