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Belur & Halebidu

Hoysala Sculptural Masterpieces

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2 daysIdeal stay₹700From / night₹30EntryOctober – MarchBest windowHassanNearest rail · 35 km

Twin temple towns showcasing the apex of Hoysala architecture (12th c.) — Chennakeshava Temple at Belur and Hoysaleswara Temple at Halebidu — inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage in 2023.

Pairs well with

Chikmagalur· 1h awaySringeri· 3h awayCoorg (Kodagu)· 3h awayMysuru· 3h awayUdupi· 4h awayKabini· 4h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 93
Honest take for Jul: Monsoon — cooler temperatures, fewer crowds. Carry rain gear; some outdoor sites may be slippery. (peak crowds.)

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On the map

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Hassan 35km · Mangalore (IXE) 175km

Nearest transport

Hassan35 km
Mangalore (IXE)175 km

Stay options

budget₹700/night
mid₹1,800/night
luxury₹4,000/night

Best time to visit

October – March

How to get here

Bangalore → Belur

cab · 4.5h

₹5,000

approx.

Bangalore → Hassan

bus · 4h

₹400

approx.

Nearby attractions

Chennakeshava TempleHoysaleswara TempleShravanabelagolaChikmagalur

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