UNESCO World Heritage Sites, India

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Pattadakal Group Of Monuments


Pattadakal, in Karnataka, illustrates the Chalukyan art which, in the 7th and 8th centuries A.D, under the Chalukya dynasty achieved a harmonious blend of architectural forms from north and south of India. There is an impressive series of nine Hindu temples, as well as a Jain sanctuary.


Pattadakal Temple

The oldest temple at Pattacakal is the Sangamesvara temple built by Vijayaditya Satyasraya (A.D 697-733). It is a simple but a massive structure. The temple of Virupaksha, built around 740 A.D by queen Lokamahadevi to commemorate her husband’s victory over the kings from the south is a masterpiece in itself.

Travel information

Timings : Open on all weekdays from sunrise to sunset. Entry fee for those above 12 years: Rs 5, free entry on Fridays.

Best time to visit : October to February.

Access : The nearest railway station is Badmi, 29 km away. Pattadakal is connected by road to Badami and Aihole (17 km).

Where to stay : One can stay at Badami (29 km) or Bijapur (17 km).