Belur and Halebidu Tour: Explore the Pinnacle of Hoysala Art and Architecture
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Belur
Embark on a captivating tour of Belur and Halebidu, the epitome of Hoysala art and architecture. Marvel at the intricate carvings and splendid temples that showcase the glory of Hindu temple art in the 16th century.
Duration:
14 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Chennakesava Temple - Early morning pick up from your hotel in Bangalore and get driven to Belur. The Chennakeshava Temple in Belur was constructed on the orders of “Vishnuvadhana” the Hoysala king himself to celebrate an important military victory in 1117 AD against the Cholas in battle of Talakad. the king wanted an extraordinary temple, and has been built in an architectural style (Hoysala Style) which was new to the region. The monument is exceptionally large and its decoration is very lavish. The decorations for this temple still continued after the king by his various successors over a time period of nearly 103 years.
- Hoysaleswara Temple - Halebidu city was then known as Dwarasamudra (gateway to the seas). The height of Hoysalan art and architecture is inherited in the temple of Hoysaleshvara at Halebidu. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Also opposite to the temple is a big statue of Nandi. It took more than eighty years to construct partially and was left uncompleted. The temple is richly ornamented with most intricately carvings. The wall inscriptions include endless display of gods, human, animals and images of war, hunting, music, and dance. Finally we drive back to Bangalore to end this day long tour
What's Included
- Private transportation included
What's Not Included
- Entry fees, local guide, meals
Additional Information
The exquisite temples of Belur and Halebidu stand at the apex of the distinctive ‘Hoysala’ style in art and architecture. These temples from Belur and Halebid offer a peek into the zenith of Hindu temple artistry during the 16th century. Known for their intricate carvings and impressive architecture, the temples are a testament to their fame. The Hoysalas, building upon the legacy of the grand Calukya empire, which is celebrated for constructing highly decorative temples across Karnataka distinguished by their elaborate wall sculptures, ceilings, ornately curved pillars, and more, adopted the Dravidian and vesara architectural styles while infusing them with their own innovative architectural signature.
Location
Chennakesava Temple
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Kuldip1
Apr 14, 2024
Great Indian temples - Great experience.the temple is very nice.what an amazing sculpture in the temple.i am very happy to see the monuments.
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Sherync76
Apr 21, 2023
Fascinating Heritage which can be explored in a day from Bangalore - Fascinating Heritage which can be explored in a day from Bangalore!. Comfortable pickup on time and then you are taken to the breathtaking temples of "Hoysala" era. The finely crafted temple pillars make you certainly wonder whether the temples are machine lathe cut!
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Tadrag
Mar 12, 2023
Memorable trip thanks to Mr. Jai Singh - My wife and I had an excellent experience working with Mr. Jai Singh. We were staying at a hotel not mentioned in his list of pick up sites, but Mr. Singh promptly responded to our request and had his driver pick us up at our hotel for a nominal charge. The vehicle was comfortable and the driver excellent. He knew the locations well. Overall, we had a memorable experience.
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Pradipranjan
Dec 6, 2021
Top class art and sculpture work. One of the best of the world with marvel of engineering. Worth visiting here for a full day to - It's a pure historical place and paradise for art and sculpture loving people.
Its the temple made by Hoyasala dinesty way back of more than one thousand years!
Once Belur was their capital also.
It is 20 km from Hassan city and 175 km from Bangalore.
KSRTC bus services to cover all these places(including Sravanbelagola as Jain temple) are there in a day trip.
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