Pattadakal,Karnataka,India

Pattadakal, situated on the banks of the Malaprabha river in the Bagalkot district of Karnataka, represents the high point of temple architecture under the Chalukya dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries. 

The Temples of Pattadakal, exhibhit the zenith of 'Vesara' style of Hindu temple architecture. Owing to its incredible temples, Pattadakal was titled a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987.

The sculptural art of these temples is marked by classiness of the Chalukya dynasty. Pattadakal emerges as a heavenly site with its superb architectural marvels in a picture-perfect lane. The distinct styles and patterns of various temples reveal the designers' intelligence at a stretch. The temples of Pattadakal receive myriad number of tourists, who come from the distant lands, round the year.

The climate of Pattadakal, like other places in North Karnataka, is pleasant. The place is accessible throughout the year. Monsoon starts from mid-April and continues to mid-September. The best season to visit this place is during winter, that is, from October to March.

How to Reach

By Air

The nearest airport is at Belgaum, located about 180 km from Pattadakal. Flights from Indian cities like Mumbai and Chennai operate to Belgaum. The nearest international airport is at Bengaluru.

By Train

Badami is the nearest rail head, located about 22 km from Pattadakal. Trains from places like Solapur and Ahmedabad halt at the station. From the station you can hire a taxi or can board a bus to reach Pattadakal.

By Road

Pattadakal is well connected by road. State-run buses ply regularly from Bengaluru, Bijapur, Hubli and Belgaum.

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