An old city that is immersed in the echoes of a bygone period may be found tucked away in the centre of Karnataka, India. This city is a treasure mine of cultural and historical splendour. Not only is Hampi a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but it is also an enchanted retreat for people who are …
Coorg, which is located in the Western Ghats and is surrounded by mist-covered hills, is a magnificent destination that is ideal for newlyweds who are looking for a retreat that is both spectacular and romantic. This exquisite resort, which is formally known as Kodagu, is renowned as the “Scotland of India,” and it invites couples …
The Kedareshwara Temple is a Hoysala construction in Halebidu, Karnataka. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is decorated with sculptured friezes depicting the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and other Hindu tales. According to Adam Hardy, the temple was built in 1219 A.D., but it is not entirely clear when it was built. The temple was …
The grandeur of Karnataka can be witnessed in its full glory during the Mysore Dasara festivities. This 10-day festival is celebrated with great pomp and show, attracting tourists from far and wide. With magnificent processions, cultural events, fairs, and exhibitions, Mysuru Dasara is India’s most extraordinary Dussehra celebration. The festival is celebrated during Navratri and …
In the quaint hill station of Old Mahabaleshwar on the slopes of the Western Ghats is a shrine dedicated to Shiva. The Adi Mahadeva Temple appears unassuming from the outside; however, as soon as you enter it, a profoundly interesting sight greets you. The Krishna river that rises in these hills flows through subterranean passages …
This ancient capital of Hoysala was founded in the early 11th century and huge named Dwarasamudra, after a huge artificial lake dating back to the 9th century. The flourishing capital city had a small fortress with a magnificent palace. It was fortified with a wall of enormous boulders and a moat that was connected with …
Charismatic Karnataka, the land of royal grandeur and oriental glory, is studded with architectural marvels, ancient sculptures, endless beaches, looming hill stations, pristine forests, and excellent game reserves. Kaveri, Tungabhadra, and Krishna, the three great rivers of the South, originate from the verdant ghats. A changing pageant of cultures, customs, lifestyles, and religions has left …
Bijapur, the ‘city of domes and minarets’ was the capital of AdilShahi’s and is known as a treasure house of Islamic architecture’. The Chalukyan rulers of Kalyana originally founded Vijayapura or the ‘city of victory’, which came under the reigns of Bahmani rulers of Bidar in 1347. Yusuf Adil Shah, the Governor of Bijapur declared …
Serene Sravanabelagola, literally meaning the ‘Monk of the White Pond’ is one of the oldest and most important Jain pilgrim centers in the country. Its antiquity dates back to 297 B.C., when Chandragupta Maurya, the founder of the Mauryan empire renounced his kingdom and came here along with his guru, Bhagwan Bhadrabahu Swami, to become …
Majestic Mysore, the city of palaces and parks is the ‘cultural capital’ of Karnataka. The historical town has legendary origins and its name is said to be derived from the word Mahishasurana Ooru”, which means the town of Mahishasura. According to a mythological legend, Mahishasura, the demon king, once lived here and was killed by …