Karnataka
Bagalkot district
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Sights
Where to go
Sights to see
Aihole
“Historic site in Karnataka, India”
Aihole (ಐಹೊಳೆ), also referred to as Aivalli, Ahivolal or Aryapura, is a historic site of ancient and medieval-era Buddhist, Hindu and Jain monuments in Karnataka, India that dates from the sixth century through the twelfth century CE. Most of the surviving monuments at the site date from the 7th to 10th centuries. Located around an eponymous small village surrounded by farmlands and sandstone hills, Aihole is a major archaeological site, featuring over 120 stone and cave temples spread along the Malaprabha river valley, in Bagalakote district.
Pattadakal Group of Monuments
“World Heritage site with 7th- and 8th-century temples in India”
Pattadakal (Pattadakallu), also called Raktapura, is a complex of 7th and 8th century CE Hindu and Jain temples in northern Karnataka, India. Located on the west bank of the Malaprabha River in Bagalkot district, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is 23 kilometres (14 mi) from Badami and about 9.7 kilometres (6 mi) from Aihole, both of which are historically significant centres of Chalukya monuments. The monument is a protected site under Indian law. It is managed by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
Agastya lake
“Sacred lake in Badami, India”
Agastya lake, also sometimes written as Agasthya lake or referred to as Vatapi lake, is an artificial lake built c. 5th-7th century in Badami, Karnataka, South India. It is a popular tourist spot, as it is overlooked by the Badami cave temples.
Almatti Dam
“Dam in North Karnataka, India”
The Lal Bahadur Shastri Dam is also known as Almatti Dam is a hydroelectric project on the Krishna River in North Karnataka, India which was completed in July 2005. The target annual electric output of the dam is 560 MU.
Badami Rock-Cut Cave Temples (6th Century)
“Four magnificent rock-cut cave shrines carved into sheer red sandstone cliffs overlooking Agastya Lake”
Badami Rock-Cut Cave Temples (6th Century) is a celebrated landmark of Badami, Aihole & Pattadakal.
Pattadakal Temple Complex (UNESCO)
“7th and 8th-century coronation sanctuary of the Chalukya kings showcasing harmonious blend of North and South Indian temple designs”
Pattadakal Temple Complex (UNESCO) is a celebrated landmark of Badami, Aihole & Pattadakal.