Bangalore to Hassan

The little town of Hassan is located at a distance of 180 kilometers from Bangalore. Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka is the IT hub of India and one of the fastest growing city in the world. The city is also known as the Garden City and was once a place for relaxing, now it has become the home of every possible IT firm you can think of. The city of Hassan is also called ‘A poor man’s Ooty’.

The city gets its name from the Hindu goddess Hassanamba. Centuries-old monuments and temples cover the place, which attracts tourists and visitors from all over the world. Take a moment to immerse yourself in the Jain temples, stunned by exquisite carvings on the walls and pillars, while the Lakshmidevi temple of the Hoysala Empire is one of the most visited places by tourists. The 11th-century Bucheshwara temple and the Sadashiva temple, both showcasing Nagara-style architecture, are major attractions to visitors. Make time to explore the Shettihalli Church, known as the floating church of India. The place is famous for swapping outlooks in the summer and monsoon. Another marvel of the district headquarters is the Hassanamba temple, which follows a unique practice where the shrine unfurls once a year during Diwali. It is a 12th-century temple dedicated to Goddess Shakthi’' where the idol of Ravana, from the epic Hindu literary Ramayana, is displayed as playing Veena with nine heads instead of ten, but the reason is still unknown.

Visit the ancient temples at Halebid and Belur near Hassan, which can be reached in less than four hours from Bangalore. The architecturally brilliant temples stand as a testimony to the engineering skills of ancient artisans. Visit the prominent temples and the locations nearby. Later on, drive back to Bangalore.