Hassan is located in the west of Bangalore, in the district of Karnataka. The place is famous for the temples made in Hoysala Architecture during the Hoysala period. The temples are having enchanting architecture and captivating sculptures, which attracts so many tourists. The best place where guests are treated so well.
Hasanamba Temple
Hasanamba is a Hindu temple located in Hassan, dedicated to goddess shakti. Tourists are only allowed to visit this temple once in a year during Deepavali in the month of October. The temple is believed to be constructed around the 12th century, and open for one week in a year. For the remaining days, the Goddess is left with a lit lamp, flowers, water and two bags of rice as offering until the next year.
Chennakeshava Temple, Belur
Chennakeshava temple is situated on the banks of Yagachi river. The architecture and sculptures in the Chennakeshava temple has a remarkable place in history. The artworks depict the life of that century including dancers and musicians, which are the main tourist attractions here.
Lakshmi Devi Temple, Doddagaddavalli
Located in the Hassan, Belur highway, Lakshmi Devi temple is another Hoysala style architecture miracle. The sculptures, inscriptions, shrines, decorative water spout, shikhara/tower, ceiling and elephant made of ornate are all a part of unique chatuskuta construction.