Aihole Travel
Famous as the "Cradle of Indian architecture", Aihole has over a hundred temples scattered around the village. karnataka india, karnataka city guide, karnataka india cities, karnataka in south india, karnataka tour, karnataka in india, karnataka state guide Wherever one looks, it's temples theat meet the eyes. Intricately carved, rich in detail, quiet and peaceful.Mute witnesses of a bygone era.
Badami Travel
The capital of the Early Chalukyas, Badami (also known as Vatapi), is picturesquely situated at the mouth of a Ravine between two rocky hills. karnataka india, karnataka city guide, karnataka india cities, karnataka in south india, karnataka tour, karnataka in india, karnataka state guide Rock-cut cave temples, gateways, forts, inscriptions, sculptures that seem to come alive under your eyes… Badami has to be seen to be believed.
Bagalkot Travel
Bagalkot, earlier, a part of Bijapur district, was craved out as a
separate district in 1997. This area is home to some of the finest examples of temple architecture in the world.
Bangalore Travel
An air-conditioned city, a garden city, the Silicon Valley of India, the fastest developing city in the world, these are some of the attributes used to describe this beautiful city which has a lot to offer you.
Belgaum Travel
The District Headquarters, Belgaum is a picture of contrasts. karnataka india, karnataka city guide, karnataka india cities, karnataka in south india, karnataka tour, karnataka in india, karnataka state guide On one side is the old town area where the cotton and silk weavers still create magic with their fingers. And on the other the modern, bustling, tree lined Cantonment built by the British.
Bellary Travel
District head quarters and industrial town. Known for black stone Chalukyan temple dedicated to Kalleswari. It is 10 Kms, North West of Kottur.
Belur Travel
Belur is known as the Dakshina Varanasi or Southern Banaras. The serenity of Belur is attributed to the celebrated temple of Channakeshava, built by the Hoysala Kind Vishnuvardhana in 1117 A.D. to commemorate his conversion from Jainism to Vaishnavism.
Bidar Travel
In the northern-most part of Karnataka lies Bidar - a tiny district steeped in history. The fort, the cannons, palaces in ruins, the magnificent tombs and the massive monuments, all combine to make a visit to the one-time capital of the Bahamani and Barid Shahi dynasties, truly memorable.
Bijapur Travel
Think of Bijapur and the first thing that comes to mind is the Gol Gumbaz - the tomb of Mohammed Adil Shah.
Chikamangalur Travel
Its exquisite step into the rich earth and let the grass your feet, dew drops wash your toes,and your heart goes, Ah! you are in heavenly Chikmagalur.
Chitradurga Travel
District head quarters. Famous for its historic fort. It is place where the heroine Obawa fought against Hyder Ali. It was ruled by a local cheiftian Madhakari Nayaka.
Coorg Travel
Not really too far from the bustle of metropolitan cities, Kodagu or Coorg as it is better known, has maintained its serene picturesque beauty over the centuries. Homesick always, the British called this land Scotland of India.
Gulbarga Travel
A Hindu city before the Muhammadan conquest, Gulbarga is unique synthesis of two cultures. When Bhaman Shah ascended the throne of Daulatabad, it was this City that he chose as his capital.
Hampi Travel
"Vijayanagara" is such that the pupil of they eye has never seen a place like it.." so eulogized Abdul Razaq, a Muslim envoy who visited Hampi, the erstwhile capital of the Vijayanagara kingdom, in 1443.
Hassan Travel
District head quarters. Set amidst picturesque surroundings. Hassan is called "Poor Man's Ooty". Ooty is a popular Holiday hill station in India. It hosts the Master Control Facility of India's space programme.
Helebid Travel
Halebid is 15 km from Belur. This place was known as Dwara Samudra, the wealthy capital of Hoysalas. Halebid has several strikingly beautiful Hoysala temples and Jain shrines.
Kolar Travel
Once the capital of Ganga Kings. It has two ancient temples - Kolaramma and Someshwara. Kolar is the haunt of rock climbers.
Mandya Travel
Capital of Tippu Sultan, it is situated on an Island of River Cauvery. It houses Tipu's Tomb, Summer Palaces and the Ranganatha Swamy Temple.
Mysore Travel
Mysore is more than palaces, parks and temples … the exotic fragrance of Mysore Jasmine… the melodious strains of the Veena… the rich aroma of filter coffee… traditional carvings on fragrant sandalwood, rosewood and ivory … the rustle of rich silks.
Pattadakal Travel
Situated on the left bank of the Malaprabha river, Pattadakal a World Heritage Centre has 10 major temples representing early Chalukyan architecture.
Shimoga Travel
It is about 16 kms to the North-West of Thirthahally Town. The river Sharavathi takes its birth here and it is considered holy. A Shivalinga is installed at the spot.
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