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Bangalore to Shravanabelagola on bike: Chapter 3: Chandragiri: Part 10: Parshwanatha Basadi

December 14, 2009 by admin Leave a Comment

Antaral Parshwanatha basadi: This temple called as Kamata Parshwanatha Basadi in records was probably erected in the late 11th century. An inscription found in the vestibule seems to associate Dhanakirthideva, disciple of Damanandi Traividyadeva with this Basadi. The image of Parshwanatha about 14 feet 6 inches high stands on a lotus pedestal. The reliefs at the base are not … [Read more...]

Bangalore to Shravanabelagola on bike: Chapter 3: Chandragiri: Part 9: Chandragupta Basti

December 11, 2009 by admin Leave a Comment

Sculpture: Chandragupta Basti: According to local legend this Basti is associated with Chandragupta Maurya who lived on his hill with Bhadrabahu. This structure was erected in the 9th century and named after Chandragupta. Interesting aspect of this three celled structure are 1) its fine towers, 2) a unique image of standing Sarvahna Yaksha in the vestibule and 3) two … [Read more...]

Bangalore to Shravanabelagola on bike: Chapter 3: Chandragiri: Part 8: Sasana Basti

December 10, 2009 by admin Leave a Comment

Inscriptions of Shanthaladevi (1123 AD): Sculpture: Inscription in the 7th century characters, is an epitaph in memory of a person belonging to the Pertvana family. As the letters are defaced in many places, the details cannot be made. Sasana Basti: This structure is so called because of the Sasana (inscription) located at its entrance. The image of Adinatha seated … [Read more...]

Bangalore to Shravanabelagola on bike: Chapter 3: Chandragiri: Part 7: Shantinatha Basadi, Terina Basti and Kade Shantishwara Basadi

December 9, 2009 by admin Leave a Comment

Shantinatha Basadi: Left: Gomeda Yaksha, Center (locked): Shantinatha Tirthankara, Right: Yakshi Kushmandini Devi Pillars: Terina Basti: This basti named after the chariot stone structure facing it, was built by Macikabbe and Shantikabbe, mothers of two royal merchants, Poysala Setti, and Nemi Setti respectively. It was consecrated in 1117 AD. The Bahubali image in … [Read more...]

Bangalore to Shravanabelagola on bike: Chapter 3: Chandragiri: Part 6: Megala Basadi, Yaradukatte Basadi and Savatigandhavarana Basti

December 8, 2009 by admin Leave a Comment

Megala Basadi: Yaradukatte Basadi: Inside Yaradukatte Basadi: Left: Gomeda Yaksha, Middle (locked): Adinatha Tirthankara, Right: Yakshi Kushmandini Devi Pillars: Savatigandhavarana Basti: This structure derives its name from one of the epithets of Shantala, queen of Vishnuvardhana Hoysala. Obviously the most charming and versatile of his queens and a rutting … [Read more...]

Bangalore to Shravanabelagola on bike: Chapter 3: Chandragiri: Part 5: Chavundaraya Basti

December 7, 2009 by admin Leave a Comment

Chavundaraya Basti (rear view): Architechturally very interesting and historically immensely important, the Chavundaraya basti was either built by Chavundaraya or named after him. The granite structure is a perfect specimen of Ganga workmanship (10th century) and of Dravidian architectural features. Though, the outer walls are plain, the parapet and the tower are ornate. A row … [Read more...]

Bangalore to Shravanabelagola on bike: Chapter 3: Chandragiri: Part 4: Bharata

December 4, 2009 by admin Leave a Comment

Bharata: The image to the north of Shantinatha Basti, which is standing within an iron railing, is that of Bharata, brother of Bahubali. The Digambara traditions in this place accepted and popularised Bharata image from the 10th century. Another image of Bharata is found at the Akhanda Bagilu on the large hill. From an inscription nearby the Bharata image on the small hill, it … [Read more...]

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