🕒6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
🎟️INR 40 for Indian citizens; INR 600 for foreign nationals (subject to ASI revision)
⛅October to March (Early morning or late afternoon for pleasant weather)
Pattadakal, located in Karnataka (PIN 587201), is a UNESCO World Heritage Centre situated 120 km away. Once the secondary capital of the Chalukyan kings of Badami, it features ten major temples representing a harmonious blend of Dravidian (Southern) and Nagari (Northern) architectural styles side by side. The site reached its highest glory during the reigns of Mangalesha and Immadi Pulikeshi. The greatest and most beautiful of the temples is the Virupaksha Temple, which features a massive gateway and a majestic Nandi statue that stands 3 meters in height. Other notable structures include the Mallikarjuna and Papanatha temples, which are delicately sculptured and rich in detail. The Government of Karnataka annually arranges a dance festival here. Tourists typically keep Badami as their base for lodging, and visitors often explore nearby historical hubs like Aihole, Banashankari, and Mahakuta by hiring a taxi from Bijapur or Badami.

UNESCO World Heritage site with 7th and 8th-century Chalukyan Hindu and Jain temples displaying Dravidian and Nagari architecture.

👕 Dress Code & Rules

Modest attire recommended as these are historic religious monuments

Entry Fees:
INR 40 for Indian citizens; INR 600 for foreign nationals (subject to ASI revision)
Parking:
Available near the main entrance
Nearby Food:
Small local eateries and tea stalls available near the complex; major restaurants are in Badami
Open Hours:
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM