The Bahubali (Gommateshwara) statue at Shravanabelagola in Hassan district, Karnataka is one of the most awe-inspiring monuments in the world — a monolithic granite statue of Lord Bahubali standing 17.4 metres (57 feet) tall on the summit of Vindhyagiri Hill. Carved in 981 CE from a single granite rock by the Ganga dynasty minister Chavundaraya, it is believed to be the world's largest free-standing stone statue and the most visited tourist destination in Karnataka. Lord Bahubali — revered in Jainism as the first human to attain liberation — is depicted in the Kayotsarga (standing meditation) posture, with vines growing up his legs symbolising his years of deep meditation. Every 12 years the extraordinary Mahamastakabhisheka festival sees the statue anointed with milk, saffron, gold and flowers by thousands of pilgrims. This immersive 360° virtual tour lets you explore the statue and hilltop from your browser, completely free.