Basaveshwara Circle
Tribute to a Social Reformer: The circle is named after Basaveshwara (Basavanna), the 12th-century philosopher, statesman, and social reformer who founded the Lingayat movement, a significant religious and social force in Karnataka and the Deccan region: It features a prominent statue of the reforme r: Modern City Landmark: Located in the bustling Naubad area, the circle is a major intersection and a contemporary landmark of Bidar city, marking the confluence of important highways and roads: It acts as a gateway and a key point of reference for all local transport and navigation: Symbol of Local Pride: The statue and the circle symbolize the local respect and reverence for Basaveshwara and the Veerashaiva/Lingayat traditions, which are deeply woven into the fabric of Karnataka's cultural and political identity: It is a center for civic activity: A Traffic and Commercial Hub: Unlike the ancient monuments, this location represents the modern, commercial, and administrative pulse of Bidar, surrounded by educational institutions, banks, and major businesses, including those in the Naubad Industrial Area:
General information
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Ideal Duration:
30 Minutes (For viewing/photography)Place Type:
Modern Landmark/Civic Point:Entry Fees:
Access and Viewing: The circle is a public intersection, so there are no entry fees to view the statue or the circle:
Photography: Photography and videography are free but be mindful of the heavy traffic:
Parking:...Access and Viewing: The circle is a public intersection, so there are no entry fees to view the statue or the circle:
Photography: Photography and videography are free but be mindful of the heavy traffic:
Parking: Parking can be challenging due to the heavy traffic: You may need to park in a side street or a nearby commercial parking lot for a nominal fee:
Local Events: During major festivals like Basava Jayanti, the area is pedestrianized, and a small donation might be collected by local organizers for the event's upkeep, but this is voluntary:Timing:
Regular Timings: Accessible 24 Hours a day, as it is a public road intersection:
Ideal Visit Time: For viewing and photography, the best time is after sunset (6:30 PM onwards) when the statue is illuminated, or very early morning (6:00 AM to ...Regular Timings: Accessible 24 Hours a day, as it is a public road intersection:
Ideal Visit Time: For viewing and photography, the best time is after sunset (6:30 PM onwards) when the statue is illuminated, or very early morning (6:00 AM to 7:
00 AM) when traffic is minimal:
Peak Activity: The circle is busiest during morning and evening rush hours (approx. 8:00 AM-10:00 AM and 5:00 PM-7:
00 PM) Seasonal Note: Visit during Basava Jayanti for the most culturally rich experience, despite the crowds:Special Events:
Basava Jayanti: The most significant special event is the annual celebration of Basava Jayanti (Basaveshwara's birthday, typically in April or May) The circle becomes a focal point for processions, cultural programs, and religious gatherings, with the statue being garlanded:...Basava Jayanti: The most significant special event is the annual celebration of Basava Jayanti (Basaveshwara's birthday, typically in April or May) The circle becomes a focal point for processions, cultural programs, and religious gatherings, with the statue being garlanded:
Local Political Rallies: Due to its strategic location at a major junction, the circle is frequently used as a gathering point for local political and civic demonstrations or awareness rallies:
New Year/Festive Decorations: Like most civic circles, it is brightly decorated with lights and banners during major festivals like Deepavali (Diwali), Ganesh Chaturthi, and New Year's Eve, drawing local crowds:Best Photo Spots:
The Statue's Close-up: Capture a close-up, heroic shot of the statue, focusing on the details of the face and the hand gesture, with a shallow depth of field to blur the busy background:
Night-Time Glow: The best photo spot is at night, captu...The Statue's Close-up: Capture a close-up, heroic shot of the statue, focusing on the details of the face and the hand gesture, with a shallow depth of field to blur the busy background:
Night-Time Glow: The best photo spot is at night, capturing the beautifully lit statue against the dark sky, using a tripod for a long-exposure shot to capture the streaking car lights around the circle:
The Grand Scale: A wide shot from a safe distance, capturing the statue and the converging roads, symbolizing the hub of the city:
Framing with Institutional Buildings: Use the surrounding institutional or commercial buildings to frame the statue, showing its location within modern Bidar's commercial heart:Photo Gallery
Things To Do
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Statue Viewing and Photo: Stop briefly to view and take photographs of the impressive Basaveshwara statue, focusing on its craftsmanship and symbolic significance: Use a wide-angle lens to capture the entire statue and the circle:
Observing Local Life: Spend time at a nearby tea stall or café to observe the rhythm of modern Bidar life, especially the movement of local traffic, students from the many nearby colleges, and commercial activity:
Night Drive: Take a drive or auto-rickshaw ride past the circle after sunset to appreciate the vibrant lighting and the statue's illuminated grandeur:
Navigating the Area: Use the circle as a starting or ending point for visits to the other monuments in the southern part of Bidar, such as the Bidar Fort and the Barid Shahi Tombs...
Information
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Why Famous:
Tribute to the Vishwaguru: It is famous for hosting a striking statue of Basaveshwara, making it a key site of homage for the millions of Lingayat followers and a symbol of Karnataka's cultural identity:
The statue's prominence makes it famous:Tribute to the Vishwaguru: It is famous for hosting a striking statue of Basaveshwara, making it a key site of homage for the millions of Lingayat followers and a symbol of Karnataka's cultural identity:
The statue's prominence makes it famous:
A Navigational Beacon: The circle's fame also stems from its functional importance as the main junction in the Naubad locality, serving as a critical navigational and transport nexus for all traffic entering or exiting Bidar via the National Highway:
Modern Bidar's Face: It represents the developing, modern face of Bidar, standing as a physical symbol of the transition from a historic fortress city to a modern, growing district headquarters: -
Architecture:
Structure of the Circle: The circle itself is a large, modern roundabout designed to manage high volumes of traffic, with multiple roads converging: The base of the statue is a well-designed pedestal, often surrounded by small, landscaped garden beds and decorative lighting:...Structure of the Circle: The circle itself is a large, modern roundabout designed to manage high volumes of traffic, with multiple roads converging: The base of the statue is a well-designed pedestal, often surrounded by small, landscaped garden beds and decorative lighting:
The Statue's Pose: The bronze or stone statue of Basaveshwara typically depicts him in a serene, thoughtful, yet powerful stance, often with one hand raised in a gesture of blessing or teaching, embodying his role as a Vishwaguru (Universal Teacher) Materials and Illumination: The entire structure is built using modern construction materials like concrete, granite cladding, and steel reinforcement, usually well-illuminated at night by high-intensity floodlights, contrasting sharply with the ancient laterite monuments of the city:
Civic Dimensions: The circle is engineered to large dimensions to accommodate the heavy highway traffic flow, serving a functional, civic purpose more than a purely aesthetic one, though the statue is artistically significant: -
How To Reach:
By Air: Fly to Hyderabad (HYD) (140 KMS) and then take an inter-city bus or taxi to Bidar: The circle is on the main entry highway, NH 50:
By Train:
Bidar Railway Station (BIDR) is about 4 KMS away: Easily tak... -
Near Tourist Places:
Barid Shahi Tombs (3 KMS), Bidar Fort (4 KMS), Bidar Bus Stand (3 KMS), Bidar Railway Station (4 KMS), Mahmud Gawan Madrasa (4. 5 KMS), Chaubara Tower (4 KMS), Guru Nanak Jhira Sahib (6 KMS), Papnash Shiva Temple (10 KMS), Ashtoor Bahmani Tombs (8 KMS), Valkoti Bhavani Temple (5 KMS, near Fort)
Tourism Tips
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Health & Safety: Be extremely cautious of the heavy and fast-moving traffic, especially when taking photos: Do not stand in the middle of the road or the circle:
Use pedestrian crossings safely:
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