City: Karnataka
Top Things to do in Karnataka
Top Hotels in Karnataka
- 1. Grand Mercure Mysore
- 2. Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Mysore
- 3. The Chancery Pavilion
- 4. The Liverpool Hotels Outer Ring Road Marathahalli
- 5. ibis Bengaluru City Centre
- 6. Heritage Resort Coorg
- 7. Aishwarya Residency
- 8. Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru
- 9. Sterlings Mac Hotel & Suites
- 10. Palm Meadows Club
Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Karnataka, India
Karnataka is a state in the south western region of India. It was formed on 1 November 1956, with the passage of the States Reorganisation Act. Originally known as the State of Mysore, it was renamed Karnataka in 1973. The state corresponds to the Carnatic region. The capital and largest city is Bangalore (Bengaluru).
Restaurants in Karnataka
1. Chennakesava Temple
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 680 reviews
Reviewed By Prabhayamuna - Chennai (Madras), India
Sri Chenna Kesava Temple in Belur is an architectural masterpiece under control of Archeological Department . A must one to see in Belur. It is one of the Hoysala Temple in the Belur Region. The sculptures and carvings are mind blowing, Can you Imagine? We can see the modern fashion details like hairstyle, jewellery designs there in the temple Sculptures which was constructed in the 12th Century, Mind Blowing. We were visited Belur Temple during our Chickmagalur Family Trip, Hired a Guide, Enjoyed lot. To know the history and details of sculptures there, atleast one should spend half day there, Hiring a guide will be better to know the details of the structure and temple.
2. Vidhana Soudha and Attara Kacheri
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 772 reviews
The Neo-Dravidian-style Vidhana Soudha is the seat of the state legislature while the red Attara Kacheri houses the High Court. In 2005, an annex called the Vikas Soudha was inaugurated, designed as an exact replica of the Vidhana Soudha. Though these buildings cannot be visited, they can be viewed from the outside.
Reviewed By 331saibals - San Francisco, United States
The more imposing building - Vidhana Soudha, which houses the Legislative Assembly of the state of Karnataka was built post-independence and is a beautiful building on this broad boulevard. Across from it is the Attara Kacheri, the High Court of the state, which is a beautiful long red building and is a much older building. It was built in 1868.
3. Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 270 reviews
Reviewed By hybridindiatourpacka - Bengaluru, India
Blissed with the Darshan of Lord Sri Shiva, this is an ancient Cave temple, located on the banks of a lake called Kempambudi Kere.
4. Elephant Stables
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 629 reviews
Reviewed By hafi9876 - Bengaluru, India
The Elephant Stable in Hampi is an impressive structure that was used to provide shelter for the royal elephants of the Vijayanagara Empire. The elephant stable is located in the area that lies just outside the Zenana Enclosure..it is a historical place..The ancient stable is a major attraction among the tourists even today.
5. Lakshmi Narasimha Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By Jagadh_Yathrikan - Chennai (Madras), India
Temple was another architecture wonder at its own level. Ofcourse you can't compare it with Belur or halebeedu. The priest comes to the temple after seeing visitors for doing pooja as he stays in opposite house. Overall had very nice dharshan of the lord. Parking will be a problem on crowded days.
6. Marikamba Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By Departure710435 - Nashik District, India
If you visit Sirsi, you cannot afford to miss this old temple dating back to 1688. Durga in the form of Doddamma.She has 8 shoulders. They used to sacrifice a buffalo here till Mahatma Gandhi led a movement against it. The bi annual Jatra is attended by phenomenal crowds. The outside facade is new and reminds one of the Goan temples. But inside is still the old construction. You can tickets for the puja before you go inside. It is crowded inside. Outside there is a smaller temple where once you pray you are not supposed to look back.
7. Namdroling Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,362 reviews
Reviewed By astroaadil - Mumbai, India
This is a lovely Tibetan Monastery close to Mysuru or Coorg in Bylakuppe. There are monks praying in here so be prepared to observe in silence without disturbing them. There are lovely paintings on the walls and ceilings besides the huge statues of the Buddha and it's different avatars that are worth seeing here. The Tibetan refugees have been given this place to settle down by the Indian government ever since they fled their home country. It is a very peaceful atmosphere even with all the beating of drums and playing of traditional horns by the monks chanting their devotional hymns. A must visit place for sure if you are in the vicinity.
8. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 208 reviews
Reviewed By kumsonia - New Delhi, India
Ranganathaswamy temple which dominates the town, making Srirangapatna one of the most important Vaishnavite centers of pilgrimage in South India.The town is famous for a very ancient temple dedicated to Sri Ranganathaswamy, a form of Lord Vishnu.
9. Chandragiri Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By 425nimeshs - Tervuren, Belgium
Easy hike with multiple Jain temples. Lot of history. Last place of chandraguta maurya. Make sure to go to the cave besides the temple complex and meditate for 2-3 minutes. Feels good. You need to climb the hill without shoes - hence carry socks to save u from blisters!
10. Himavad Gopalaswamy Betta
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Bujami - Bengaluru, India
In dilemma if we should skip as we had to enter the Bandipur forest due to time restriction. But we would have missed it as the view from the temple is simply awesome. one can approach by own transport until the hill entry gate where parking facility is provided. Its a no-plastic zone strictly. From there tickets for the transport by state government bus up the hill to the temple should be purchased. Continuosly buses ply back and forth to this checkpoint (which has a time restriction too!) Had visited in the noon. Thought it might be very warm but to our surprise the temple and surrounding area is cool and very breezy. Thourougly enjoyed the landscapes. A must visit for nature lovers but plan your visit accordingly due to the time restrictions in the forest area
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