Shri Digamber Jain Siddhakshetra, Bavangaja(Chulgiri)

This is a Siddhakshetra. From here only indrajit n Kumbhakaran along with five n half other muni goes to salvation. Here in mountain there is world famous statue of Bhagwan Aadinath about 84 feet long. Because of 52 hands long statue this is known as Bavangaja Kshetra. this statue is of 13th century. After every 12 years Mahamastak n fair is organized. Behind the temple there is a statue of Aacharya Kundkund. This idol was installed and made nearly 3000 years ago. This tirth is very ancient. The stone inscriptions and the artistic images on the hill show the antiquity of this place. This world famous idol is made from a single stone. Not only in India but also in the world, it is difficult to find such a splendid, attractive and beautiful idol. On the face of the idol of Bhagawan Adinath in the Kayotsarga posture, there are expressions of detachment and peace. It arouses deep devotion in the heart of the pilgrim. The sculpture of this idol is extraordinary with every organ and sub-organ of the body carved in shape. The face of idol expresses aversion to worldly pleasure, compassion with smile. The 84 feet high idol is indicative to the 84 lakhas of yonis. The idol was also known as Bavangajai as the height in old measurement units was nearly 52 hands (52 = Bavan and Gaj = nearly length of a hand). The king of Lanka, Ravana’s son Indrajit and brother Kumbhakarna with many sadhus attained the final liberation here. Festival of Mahamastk abhishek is celebrated here every twelve years; and devotees from across the India attends this holy occasion and worship the Gods.