An offbeat day tour that takes you trekking up the Jain sacred hills - Chandragiri & Vindhyagiri - in Sravanabelagola, home to the colossal stone statue of Gommateshwara/Bahubali.
Jainism, one of India’s three ancient religions alongside Buddhism and Hinduism, is a discipline focused on compassion and austerity. On the way to the renowned temples of Belur and Halebid lies the quaint town of Shravanabelagola with an ancient Jain history. Nestled between two granite hills—Vindhyagiri and Chandragiri — this town is a sacred place for Jains.
Dominating the landscape of the town is a 47-foot tall statue of Gomateshwara also known as Bahubali, a revered Jain saint, carved from a single block of granite a thousand years ago, on Vindhyagiri hill. Reflect on the life of this Jain king, who renounced his kingdom, worldly pleasures, and even his clothes to attain Nirvana.
Our tour delves into the history and philosophy of Jainism, exploring both hills (with a trek up to the top), the charm of this serene town, and the vibrant local culture and cuisine. Along the way, enjoy the picturesque views of typical South Indian rural countryside.
What is included in the tour
- Guided Tour
- Breakfast
What is NOT included in the tour
- Entry fees for monuments
- lunch
- Transport, driver fees and toll
- Sravanabelagola town
- Vindhyagiri & Chandragiri hills
- Rural countryside
