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How To Reach Karkala Bahubali Monolith

Dharmasthala, Karnataka, India
The Karkala Bahubali Monolith is a magnificent 42-foot tall statue of Lord Bahubali carved out of a single block of granite in 1432 AD. Commissioned by Veera Pandya Bhairarasa Wodeyar, this statue is the second tallest of its kind in Karnataka and stands atop a rocky hill called Gommata Betta. The statue depicts Bahubali (Gommateshwara) in a state of deep meditation, with his arms hanging straight down and creepers carved around his legs, symbolizing his long period of penance. This site is a major pilgrimage for the Jain community and is famous for the Mahamastakabhisheka ceremony held every 12 years. The monolith is surrounded by several other historical structures, including the Chaturmukha Basadi, a four-faced Jain temple built entirely of stone. The town of Karkala itself is an ancient center of Jain culture and was the capital of the Bhairarasa dynasty. The serene expression on the face of the statue and the panoramic views of the Western Ghats from the hilltop provide a deeply spiritual and aesthetic experience for every traveler.

How to Reach

By Air: Mangalore International Airport is about 50 KMS away, with taxis available for a direct journey to Karkala town.

By Train: The nearest station is Udupi Railway Station (35 KMS) or Mangalore Junction (60 KMS), both well-connected to major Indian cities.

By Road: Karkala is situated on the way from Mangalore to Udupi and is a 1. 5-hour drive from Dharmasthala via the state highway.

By Local Transport: Private buses and auto-rickshaws are the best way to get around Karkala town and to reach the base of the Gommata hill.

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