Situated around 33 km from Hassan, is Halebid, famous as a spiritual tourist attraction in Karnataka. Halebid is famous for the remnants of the exalted Hoyasala period in Indian History.

The prime tourist attraction in Halebid is the Hoyasaleswara temple. Although incomplete in its construction, this temple is the most outstanding example of Hoysala art and architecture. Excursions from Halebid can be made to Shravanbelgola, located around 48 km off Hassan and is famous for the statue of Lord Bahubali (Gomateshwar). The Mahamastakabhisheka of the statue of Bahubali in Shravanbelgola after every 12 years is a memorable event.


Shopping in Halebid can be fascinating for tourists looking for stone idols, sculptures and terracotta items. Hassan enroute to Belur is also a good place for shopping for curios, which are typical of the state of Karnataka.

The hotels in Halebid and Hassan cater to all categories of tourists, those belonging to the star category as well as the budget hotels.

Being a spiritual place of prominence, it is easy to reach Halebid by air, rail and road. Hassan, about 32 kms away is the nearest railway station and Bangalore, 226 kms away is the nearest airport.



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