Vindhyagiri

The huge monolithic statue of Lord Gommateshwara stands on Vindhyagiri. The steps lead through two decorative stone-arches and past the first small shrine and the arch. As one ascends, you have a panoramic view of the village below with its fine temples, sacred lake and lush green scenery.

Temple Routine

Vindhyagiri Hills Timings:-
6.00AM-to-6.00PM

After Akhand Bagilu, by the flight of some steps one enters an open court. Here in the centre, there is a great door with an open portico. This is the door of the court in the centre of which stands a mighty Colossus of Lord Bahubali, 58.8 ft. height, hailed as one of the greatest wonders of the world which has made this tiny village of Shravanabelagola a place of pilgrimage not only for Indians but tourists world over.

The Jain Architecture of South India solely belongs to the Dravidian style of architecture. The Colossus represents Gommateshwara, younger brother of Bharata, who, according to Jain mythology was the first man to attain salvation in the current Avasarpini era even before his father Shri Vrishabhadeva. The huge image stands majestically in almost perfect state of preservation. Its height is 58.8 ft.

The Colossus, carved from a single granite block, depicts the Jain saint Gommateshwara (Bahubali in North India). Perched on Vindhyagiri Hill, its creation remains a mystery due to the steep ascent. The awe-inspiring monument, representing a tranquil Gommateshwara, evokes a sense of wonder and reverence, seemingly indifferent to the observer’s presence.