Location : 194 kms from Bangalore,
Karnataka
Main Attraction : Sravanbelagola
Important Feature : Considered as
the entry point to Belur, Halebid
and Sravanbelagola
Also Important as : An
Archaeological Site |
Tourism in
Hassan
Hassan is located in the South Indian state
of Karnataka at around 194 km from the state
capital Bangalore, Hassan extends from
13°01/’ North to 76°10/’ East. Having a very
pleasant climate throughout the year. Being
the nearest railhead to Belur, Halebid, and
Shravanbelagola, Hassan is an ideal base to
explore these historical sites. The region
of Hassan had been under the control the
Hoys alas from 11th to 13th century AD. It
was during this period that the great
temples of Belur and Halebid were
constructed. Hassan was also greatly
influenced by Jainism. It became a
well-known centre of Jain literature. Hassan
also hosts the Master Control Facility of
India's space programme.
The picturesque town of Hassan is located in
the heart of Malnad.
Having a very pleasant climate throughout
the year, Hassan 194 kms from Bangalore is
the entry point for Belur, Halebid and
Sravanabelagola.
Sravanabelagola is a famous Jain pilgrimage
with a 17 m high monolith of lord Bahubali
standing tall. Belur was once the capital of
the Hoysala kings.
The Chennakeshava temple took 103 years to
complete and is filled with intricate
carvings and sculptures. No space is left
blank in this finest example of Hoysala
architecture.
In Belur Veeranarayana temple is also worth
visiting. Halebid, like Belur is also a mute
testimony to the rich cultural heritage of
Karnataka.
EXCURSIONS
Belur:
34 kms from Hassan, 149 kms from Mysore and
222 kms from Bangalore is Belur, which is
famous for its exquisite temple. Belur is
also known as 'Dakshina Varanasi' or
'Southern Banaras'.
Halebid:
17 kms from Belur. This place is known as 'Dwara
Samudra', the wealthy capital of Hoysalas.
Sravanbelagola:
This legendary pilgrimage and shrine of the
Jains since early times is 52 kms from
Hassan, 80 kms from Mysore and 150 kms from
Bangalore.
The 'Mahamastakabhisheka', held once in 12
years, is one of the main attractions of the
place, which attracts a large number of
devotees.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
HOW TO GET THERE
Air: Bangalore is the nearest airport.
Rail: The nearest rail junction is at Hassan.
Road: Mysore is 115kms and Bangalore is 185
kms from Hassan by road.
WHERE TO STAY
Hassan Ashok, ITDC B.M. Road, Hassan.
Hotel Apoorva, Park Road, Hassan.
Hotel Amblee Palika, Race Course Road,
Hassan.
Hotel Sanman, Municipal Office Road, Hassan.
Vaisanavi Lodge, Church Road, Hassan.
Hotel Harsha Mahal, Church Road, Hassan.
Hotel Mahaveer, B.M Road, Hassan.
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