Badami Weekend Trip | Short Tour To Badami

OVERVIEW- Once the royal capital of Chalukyas, today, Badami is a quaint town nestled in the Bagalkot district of Karnataka. The town is full of cave temples, fortresses, carvings and entrances. It is the site of the 6th and 7thcentury Brahmanical and Jain Cave Temples and thats why it is often referred to as the Cradle of South Indian Architecture. These temples are carved out of solid rock and speak volumes about the art and architecture of that period. These 4 cave temples are linked to each other via stairs.

HYDERABAD- The city of smiles, of lights, of a thousand faces, endearingly called the Pearl City, Hyderabad is located on the southern banks of the river Musi. The city is well known for its rich heritage and culture. The city is not only known for its lip smacking Biryanis but also for its pearls and gemstones which are famous all around the world. Also, the city is home to a number of IT firms and pharmaceutical companies which makes it a hub for commercial business processes.

BADAMI - Badami is a beautiful town in Karnataka and is considered to be one of the oldest towns in which has a rich culture. Badami encapsulates immense natural beauty as it lies between sandstone cliffs and the picturesque Agasthyathirtha Lake. Badami had been the ancient capital of the western Chalukyas.

Tour Destination: Hyderabad - Badami - Hyderabad

Travel Duration: 02 Nights/03 Days

DAY 1: HYDERABAD - BADAMI

Today drive to Badami. Transfer to hotel. Evening free for leisure.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 2: BADAMI

After breakfast, go for visit in Hampi.

CAVE TEMPLES- The Cave Temples of Badami consist of four separate temples, each holding intricate carvings and depictions. These carvings depict Shiva and Vishnu in various avatars in the first 3 temples, representing the Brahmanical style. The fourth temple is dedicated to Jain Tirthankaras.

AGASTYATIRTHA TANK- Situated near the rock-cut cave temples, one gets a glimpse of Agastyatirtha tank from the cliffs near the caves. It is a holy tank and which according to the local beliefs has heeling powers.

BHOOTNATH TEMPLE - Bhootnath, a distinct form of Lord Shiva, is the God of souls, ghosts, and spirits. In dark sanctuary of the temple, an image of Shiva in an irate mood is situated. The temple is near the Agastyatirtha Tank.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM - The museum's showcases a rare model of the natural bridge of Sidilinapadi, located some 5 km from Badami. Another fascinating exhibit is the images of Lajja-Gauria fertility sect that was widely popular in this region during Chalukyan times. The museum is also near the Agastyatirtha Tank.

JAMBULINGA TEMPLE - Amidst the tall buildings in the heart of Badami, the Jambulinga Temple as per the inscription here was constructed in AD 699. The three chapels of the temple are devoted to Lord Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh.

BADAMI FORT- Once the pride of the Chalukyan Empire,The fort offers a bird-eye view of Badami. One can see the ruins of a watchtower, a, treasury and large granaries. The fort also houses the ruins of Shivalaya (the temple of Shiva). The temple depicts the legends of Krishna in its numerous friezes and sculptures.

Overnight at the Hotel.

DAY 3: BADAMI - HYDERABAD

After breakfast, drive back to Hyderabad to catch your flights/train towards onward destination.

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