As per the Legend, Parasurama an incarnation of Lord Vishnu washed his weapon in the river here after the war against Kshatriyas. The river water turned Red with the blood stains.

These group of temples were built on the bank of River Malaprabha during 5th and 8th Centuries. Eastern Chalukyas made Aihole as their capital during the 6th century. These temples received huge contributions from Pulakasin I during 535 -566 AD and Pulakasin II during 610 – 642 AD. These temples were later renovated during the reign of Vikramaditya I  (655 – 681 AD).

Famous Aihole Temple List

Durga Temple

Dedicated to Goddess Durga was built during the reign of Chalukyas in 7th and 8th Century AD. Thes temple architecture reflects Dravidian construction style.

Ladh Khan Temple

This temple was built during the reign of Chalukyas which later conquered by the Muslim ruler who made this as his residence.

Meguti Temple

This temple was built by Ravikeerti a chieftain in Pulakesin II court. This Jain temple was built in 634 AD in Dravidian construction style.

Ravanphadi Cave

From the inscriptions, it is known that this temple was built in 6th century during the reign of Eastern Chalukyas.

Hucchimalli Temple

This temple was built in 7th Century AD. There are shrines for Lord Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva.

Gowda Temple

This temple is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathi and was built in the 12th century.

Suryanarayana Temple and Konti group of temples

These temples were built in the 7th century.

How to reach Aihole Temple?

By Air

The nearest domestic airport is Belgaum which is 189 km away.

By Rail

The nearest railway station is Bagalkot which is 34 km away.

By Road

Aihole is 14 km from Badami. The direct bus available from Badami to Aihole.

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There are four Caves which dates back to Eastern Chalukyas.

Cave 1, dedicated to Lord Siva and is of medium size, Circa 550 AD. One can find the carvings of Mahisasura Mardhini, Karthikeya and Ganesh. This cave is of L-shape

Cave 2, dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is smallest of all.

Cave 3, dedicated to Lord Siva and is the biggest among all. From the inscriptions, it is known that the Carvings refers to 578 AD  during the reign of King Mangalesa.

Cave 4, Dedicated to Jains. Carvings for Mahaveer

Badami Caves Entry fees

How to reach Badami Caves?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Hubali which is 108 km away. Belgaum is 141 km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Badami (BDM) and Hubali (UBL)

By Road

1. The direct bus is available from Major cities of Karnataka, Maharastra, Goa and Andhra Pradesh.

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Pattadakal temple History

This temple is located on the banks of the River Mala Prabha which flows on the Eastern side. Temple is 24 km from Badami and can be reached from Badami by Road.

Pattadakal Temple List

Virupaksha Temple

From the inscriptions, it is known that this temple was built during the 7th and 8th Century AD. This temple was built by the Queen Lokamahadevi to commemorate the success of her husband, Vikramaditya II over the Kanchi rulers, Pallavas.

Mallikarjuna Temple

This temple was built by the Queen Trilokya Mahadevi, Second wife of  Vikramaditya II during 7th and 8th Century AD. This temple was built to mark Chalukyas victory over Pallavas.

Papanatha Temple

This temple was built during the 7th and 8th  century AD. Temple was built in Nagara style which later modified to Dravidian style. Scenes from Ramayana and Mahabharata were carved on the walls of the temple.

Jambulinga Temple

This temple was built in Nagara style. Temple design reflects Hucchimalli Guddi Temple at Aihole

Kashi Visweshwara Temple

Galaganath Temple

From the inscription, it is known that this temple was built at the beginning of 8th Century AD. This temple was built in the lines of Viswa Brahma Temple at Alampur. Temple architecture reflects Nagara Style.

Sangamesawara Temple

From the inscriptions, It is known that this temple was built during 696 – 733 AD by the Chalukya King Vijayaditya. Temple architecture reflects the Dravidian construction style.

Kada Siddheswara Temple

Temple Timings: Sunrise to Sunset

Pattadakal temple Entry fees

How to reach Pattadakal temple?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Goa which is 295 km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Badami which is 24 km away

By Road

1. The direct bus is available from Badami to Pattadakal.

Pattadakal temple Images

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As per the Legend, Goddess Banashankari killed the demon Durgamasura at this place. The deity is also called as Vana Shankari or Shakambari or Banadevi. Ban or Van means Forest, Shankari means Lord Siva’s Consort. Banashankari is the incarnation of Goddess Parvathi. Banadastami will be celebrated on a grand which falls on the 8th day after New moon in Pushya Masam.

This temple was built in 630 AD by the Jagadekamalla I, Kalyani Chalukya Kings. Chalukya kings worshipped the goddess as their Kula Daivam. Later this temple was renovated by Vijayanagara kings. The present form the temple was built in 1750, by Parusharam Agale, a Maratha chieftain.

Banashankari Jatre will be celebrated in the months of January or February. During this Annual festival, Rath Yatra and boat festival will be celebrated in a grand. The processional deity will be taken out as a procession around the city.

How to reach Badami Banashankari Temple?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Hubli which is 108 km away. Belgaum is 141 km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Badami (BDM) and Hubli (UBL)

By Road

1. The direct bus is available from major cities of Karnataka, Maharastra, Goa and Andhra Pradesh.

Badami Banashankari Temple

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