Badami,Karnataka,India

Badami  is a city in Bagalkot district of Karnataka State. Badami is located in the northern part of karnataka.

Badami is famous for its four caves which are carved out of red sandstone on the side of the hill. The Badami Cave Temples are composed of four caves, all carved out of the sandstone on a hill face in the late 6th century.

The four caves are simple in style. The entrance is a verandah with stone columns and brackets, a unique feature of these caves, leading to a columned mantapa and then to the small square temple cut deep into the cave.

The temple caves are dedicated to Lord Vishnu, one to Lord Shiva and the fourth is a Jain temple. The first three are devoted to the Vedic assurance and the fourth cave is the only Jain temple .What makes these cave temples extraordinary, are the large number of fine carvings and sculptures. One of the many masterpieces to be found in these caves is the, 18-armed Natyaraja (Shiva) who if observed closely, strikes 81 poses.

How to Reach

By Air

The nearest airport is the Hubli airport. It is located at a distance of about 105kms away from Badami. Hubli airport is connected to regular flights with Mumbai and Bangalore. One can opt for a taxi or bus to reach Badami.

By Train

The nearest major railhead is at Badami. Hubli junction is the nearest railway junction to Badami connected with every domestic railhead. One can hire a taxi or public transport to reach Badami.

By Road

The well constructed roads connect Badami to the neighbouring cities and many other cities. The state and private buses ply a decent service to the visitors.

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