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
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
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
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
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...]