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Popular places in Karnataka

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Popular Places in Karnataka

Following are some of popular places in Karnataka with cultural& historical significance:

  1. Hampi - Capital of the Vijayanagara Empire with ancient temples and monuments.

  2. Mysore Palace - Iconic palace of the Wadiyar dynasty, known for its grandeur and architecture.

  3. Badami Caves - A complex of rock-cut temples built in the 6th century, with intricate carvings and architecture.

  4. Aihole - A historic site famous for its Chalukya architecture with over 120 ancient temples.

  5. Gol Gumbaz - A mausoleum with the second-largest dome in the world and unique architecture and acoustic properties.

  6. Srirangapatna - A historic town on the River Cauvery, known for its association with the Kingdom of Mysore and Tipu Sultan.

  7. Belur and Halebidu - Historic towns once the capital of the Hoysala Empire, known for magnificent temples.

  8. Pattadakal Temples - A UNESCO World Heritage site with ancient Hindu and Jain temples.

  9. Gommateshwara Statue - A 57-foot-tall statue of Bahubali, a Jain saint, carved out of a single block of granite.

  10. Chitradurga Fort - A massive hill fort built by the Nayakas in the 17th century.

  11. Somanathapura Temple - A beautiful 13th-century Hoysala temple known for its intricate carvings.

  12. Bijapur - A historic city with many architectural wonders, including the Gol Gumbaz and Ibrahim Rauza.

  13. Shravanabelagola - A sacred Jain pilgrimage site with the 58-foot-tall Gommateshwara statue and many other temples and monuments.

  14. Halebid Sculptures - The Halebidu temples known for the intricate and detailed carvings.

  15. Jog Falls - A scenic waterfall and a major tourist attraction in Karnataka.

  16. Hampi Bazaar - A vibrant market area in Hampi, known for its traditional handicrafts.

  17. Madikeri Fort - A 19th-century fort in the town of Madikeri, known for its historic significance.

  18. Kukke Subramanya Temple - A popular Hindu pilgrimage site in Karnataka.

  19. Sirsi Marikamba Temple - A temple dedicated to the goddess Marikamba, known for its unique architecture and cultural significance.

  20. Tungabhadra Dam - A major irrigation project on the River Tungabhadra, with historical and cultural importance.

  21. Anegundi - An ancient town located near Hampi, with many temples and other historic sites.

  22. Bidar Fort - A massive fort built by the Bahmani Sultanate in the 15th century, with many palaces and mosques.

  23. Talakadu - A town on the banks of the River Cauvery, known for its temples and cultural significance.

  24. Gokarna - A small coastal town with many ancient temples and a popular pilgrimage site.

  25. Udupi - A temple town known for the Udupi Sri Krishna Matha, one of the most famous Krishna temples in India.

  26. Gulbarga Fort - A historic fort built by the Bahmani Sultanate in the 14th century, with beautiful Islamic architecture and cultural significance.

  27. Nrupatunga Betta - A scenic hill near Hubli with many ancient temples and inscriptions of the Chalukya dynasty.

  28. Belgaum Fort - A historic fort built by the Chalukyas in the 12th century, with beautiful architecture and cultural significance.

  29. Dharwad Fort - A historic fort built by the rulers of the Vijayanagara Empire in the 15th century, with beautiful architecture and cultural significance.

  30. Karwar Beach - A scenic beach town with a rich history of maritime trade and cultural diversity.

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