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Shri Bahubali Tirth

Mulnayak | Tirth | Historicity | Other Temples | Works of art and Sculpture | Guidelines | Trust | Photo Gallery

Mulnayak: Nearly 850 cms high, white-colored idol of Bhagawan Bahubali in the Khadgasana posture.

Tirth: It is in the shadow of the Nana hill.

Historicity: The tirth is the land of penance of many ascetics. According to Digambars, this kshetra is regarded as an Atishay Kshetra. Nearly three hundred and fifty years ago, great and learned Digambar Acharya Samantabhadraji Maharaj Saheb practiced here severe penance. On this hill, there are ancient temples but the new idol was recently installed here under the auspices of His Holiness.

Other Temples: In the compound of this temple, there are beautifully and artistically made splendid and fascinating replicas of the Siddhakshetras and samovasaran. A svetambar temple and a Digambar temple are there on this hill.

Works of art and Sculpture: Among the hills in the forest, this temple looks very beautiful and delightful. The idol of Bahubali is splendid and wonderful. The construction of the Samovasaran displays artistic skill. In this temple, the hearts of devotees are filled with joy of devotion.

Guidelines: The nearest railway station of Hathaklangade on the Kolhapur. Miraj road, is at a distance of 8 kilometers. Bus service and private vehicles are available. Boarding and lodging provisions are there near the temple.

Trust: Shri Bahubali Vidyapith Atishay Kshetra, Shri Bahubali - 416118. Dist - Kolhapur, State - Maharashtra, India.


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