Savandurga
| Savandurga | |
|---|---|
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,226 metres (4,022 ft) |
| Coordinates | 12°55′10″N 77°17′32″E / 12.9195°N 77.2921°E |
| Naming | |
| Etymology |
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| Defining authority | Government of Karnataka |
| Geography | |
| Country | India |
| State | Karnataka |
| Region | South Karnataka |
| District | Ramanagara |
| Geology | |
| Formed by | Two hills named black hill (Karigudda) and white hill (Biligudda) |
| Rock age | 2-3 billion years |
| Mountain type | Monolith Hill |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | South-Side route |
Savandurga is a hill 60 km west of Bengaluru, Karnataka, off the Magadi road in India. It is the largest monolith hills in Asia. The hill rises to 1226 m above mean sea level and forms a part of the Deccan plateau. It consists of peninsular gneiss, granites, basic dykes, and laterites. The Arkavathi river passes nearby through the Thippagondanahalli reservoir and towards Manchanabele dam.
The Savandurga hills are frequented by pilgrims who come to visit the Savandi Veerabhadreshwara Swamy and Narasimha Swamy temple situated at the foothills. Rock climbers, cave explorers, and adventurers are among others who frequent the locale. Nearby Manchanabele Dam is often visited by water-sports enthusiasts.