And finally I made it to the historical places I wanted to visit for a long time now :) Last 3 months, I have been traveling a lot - fortunately to the places I would like to go again and again :) This trip was through KSTDC package tour. Starting from Bangalore (KSTDC office near Corporation circle) at 7:30 am we reached the first destination of Shravanabelagola at 10:30 am. Climbing up the 650 steps looks herculean effort for the IT spoiled healthy (!) body! Huffing and puffing we reached the top of the hill in about 35 minutes. SHRAVANABELAGOLA The steps are not that steep... Picturesque view from the hill... The Bahubali statue... standing tall, for centuries now! Another view of the town from the top... BELUR