Hassan Tours

Hassan is located in the south Indian state of Karnataka around 187 km from Bangalore. The place is an ideal base to explore the historical sites of Belur, Halebid, and Shravanbelgola. Belur is situated around 38 km from Hassan. The Channekeshava Temple at Belur is the only one of the three major Hoysala sites still in use. The construction of this temple started in AD 1116 to commemorate the victory of the Hoysalas over the Cholas at Talakad. It took around hundred years to complete the work. It is said that every Hindu deity has been represented at this temple. Guides can be hired to explain the detailed sculptural work. Other Hoysala temples at Belur are the Chennigaraya and the Viranarayana.