Kambadahalli is a small village that is a Jain Heritage center. It is located just 18 Kms from Shravanabelagola another historic Jain center. The place has the name Kambadahalli due to the presence of Brahma Yaksha Pillar here.
As per the inscriptions the history of the place is more than 1500 years old. This place came into prominence as a Jain Center during the period of Gangas and Hoysalas dynasties. Here there are two Jain temples of historic importance. They are:
Though it is one of the oldest Jainism site sadly it is not part of tourist circuit. We visited this place late in the evening on our way back to Bangalore from Udupi. The place near by of interest is Shravanabelagola.
- Panchakuta Basadi
- Shantinatha Basadi
Though it is one of the oldest Jainism site sadly it is not part of tourist circuit. We visited this place late in the evening on our way back to Bangalore from Udupi. The place near by of interest is Shravanabelagola.
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I like the combination of landscape and ancient buildings. Thank you for your informative post.
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Oh the history these monuments have for us. Thanks for sharing another very interesting place with us all - I learn so much from your blog!
ReplyDeleteInteresting information about a virtually unknown but significant historical monument !
ReplyDeleteBeautiful sights. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLovely place to visit and fantastic shots !!
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Great shots and so much history in your post ~
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artmusedog and carol
Quite an old historic spot.
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What a lovely place. At least you got to visit it without too many tourists.
ReplyDeleteLovely post Rajesh and have a great day!
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After 1500 years it is still in remarkable condition.
ReplyDeleteThe monuments are preserved well. Is it the weather?
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If those walls could speak! Lovely images.
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Beautiful capture on the structure and sculptures!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful place and terrific captures as always, Rajesh!! And, yes, it would be wonderful if those walls could speak!! Thank you, as always, for sharing!! Have a great weekend!!
ReplyDeleteAnother beautiful reminder of past glory days.
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That building in the middle of your mosaic is very impressive. I too would like to hear what the walls would say after 1500+ years. Have a great weekend, Rajesh.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely spot!
ReplyDeleteWould love to explore this place.Thanks for sharing.
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Sriram & Krithiga
While visiting famous places we tend to miss these kinds of places. Next time I visit Shravanabelagola, definitely visit this place too. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteOld monument captured nicely
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