Thousand Pillar Basadi

The Thousand Pillar Basadi, also known as Saavira Kambada Basadi, is a 15th-century Jain temple located in Moodbidri, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka. Dedicated to Chandranatha, the 8th Jain Tirthankara, it is renowned for its 1000 intricately carved granite pillars, Vijayanagara-style architecture, and 8-metre monolithic manastambha. As the largest and most ornate of Moodbidri's 18 Jain basadis, it is a major Jain pilgrimage centre and architectural landmark.

Visitors can expect a large granite Jain temple complex with a pillared hall containing hundreds of intricately carved pillars, each with distinct designs, sloping tiled roofs, and carved wooden ceilings. The central shrine houses an 8-foot idol of Chandranatha. The complex includes a tall monolithic manastambha in front, open courtyards, and smaller shrines. The setting is quiet and reverential within Moodbidri town, with opportunities to observe detailed stone craftsmanship and Jain iconography.

Built in 1430 CE by local chieftain Devaraya Wodeyar and completed in phases, with additions in 1462 CE. Dedicated to Chandranatha, the 8th Jain Tirthankara. The temple is called Tribhuvana Tilaka Chudamani and exemplifies Vijayanagara architectural influence in coastal Karnataka. It is the largest of the 18 basadis that earned Moodbidri the title of Jain Kashi of the South.

A major pilgrimage centre for Jains and the most revered of Moodbidri's Jain temples. It reflects the historical patronage of Jainism in coastal Karnataka and serves as a centre for Jain religious practice, festivals and community gatherings. The temple showcases traditional Jain art, iconography and craftsmanship.