Home of the statue of Lord Bahubali, an 17m high monolithic stone statue, considered the world largest. Every 12 years, thousands of devotees congregate here to perform the Mahamastakabhisheka -- a spectacular ceremony where the 1000 -year- old statue is anointed with milk, curds, ghee, saffron and gold coins. The next Mahamastakabhisheka will be held in 2005 A.D.
Shravanabelegola is 158 kms from Bangalore.