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Shravanabelagola
Shravanabelagola is a city located in the Hassan district, in the Indian state of Karnataka. It is one of the most important Jain pilgrim centers.
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.
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