Hassan Showcasing the Hoysala Legacy

One of the oldest districts in Karnataka, Hassan echoes the glory & grandeur of the Hoysala Empire. A beautiful blend of lush rolling hills and verdant sprawling plains, Hassan’s natural beauty rivals its Jain temples and architectural wonders at nearby Belur and Halebid. This medieval city, named after the local deity Hasanamba, flourished during 11th and 13th century AD and is home to remarkable well preserved relics of the era.

Major Attractions of Hassan

Hasanamba Temple

Dedicated to the presiding deity of Hassan, Goddess Hasanamba, a manifestation of goddess Shakti, this 12th century temple is open to the devotes only for a week in the month of October, during Diwali festival.

Chennakeshava Temple

Located in Belur, around 39kms from Hassan, this temple is dedicated to Chennakeshava, a form of Lord Vishnu. The temple artwork depicts scenes of life in the 12th century, figurines of dancers and musicians, and pictorial narration of Hindu religious texts, such as the Ramayana, the Mahabharata and the Puranas.

Hoysaleswara Temple

This 12th century Shiva Temple, built on the banks of a large manmade lake, is distinguished for its sculptures, exquisite reliefs, detailed friezes and intricate columns. Located in Halebid, around 32kms from Hassan, the illustrations & carvings of this temple offer a wide window into the life and culture of that era.

Gommateswara Statue

This 17m high monolith of the Jain figure, Bahubali, in Shravanbelagola, is one of the famous Jain pilgrimages in the area. Located around 50kms from Hassan, this 983 AD statue is one of the world’s largest free standing statues.  

Other Attractions of Hassan

  • Chennigaraya Temple
  • Viranarayana Temple
  • Kedareswara Temple
  • Rosary Church
  • Sri Yogi Narsimha Temple

Fairs and Festivals of Hassan

  • Bahubali Mahamastakabhisheka- Anointment of the Gommeteswara statue, once in every 12 years
  • Shiv Ratri- Lord Shiva’s marriage procession celebrated in Hoysaleswara Temple
  • Diwali Festival at Hasanamba Temple

Shopping in Hassan

Hassan is known for stone artifacts, silk sarees, and sandalwood & ivory products.

Best Time to Visit

Hassan has an ambient climate throughout the year but winter season from October to March, when there is a slight nip in the air, is considered best for sightseeing in Hassan.

How to Reach Hassan

By Air- Mysore Airport, around 140kms from Hassan, is the closest airport connecting Hassan with the major Indian cities
By Rail- Hassan Junction is a major railhead connecting Hassan with the other cities in the country.
By Road- Hassan is linked with major cities in the region by a network of roads and highways.

A blend of culture and heritage, Hassan Tour reflects the legacy of the Hoysala rulers of the south. Join our Karnataka Tours for a short sojourn in this land of gorgeous temple architecture.

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