The Anubhava Mantapa in Basavakalyan, Bidar, is the historic “first spiritual parliament of India,” established by Basavanna in the 12th century, serving as a center for Vachana poets, saints, and social reformers to discuss philosophy, equality, and divinity, and generating Vachana literare.

• Historical Significance: A 12th-century academy for Lingayat mystics, saints, and philosophers, fostering social reform and gender equality through discussions.
• Content/Discussions: Focused on religion, morality, equality, the divine, and spiritual experiences, documented in Vachana literature.
• Key Figures: Presided over by Allama Prabhu, with participants like Basavanna, Akka Mahadevi, and Channabasavanna.
• Modern Project: A new, grand structure is under construction at the historic site in Basavakalyan, continuing the legacy of social justice and spiritual exploration.
• Purpose Today: A place for pilgrimage, meditation, and learning about the Vachana tradition and its emphasis on a secular, egalitarian society.