Badami: Is the centre of

Badami is the centre of ancient Chalukyan glory with its temples dating back to the 6th Century. Cave 3 in Badami is dedicated to Lord Vishnu which is the largest cave temple in India. The lake beneath the cave temples is named after the Bhutanath temples in Badami . All the structures here are made from sandstone that provide a lovely contrast to the blue skies and the beautiful Agastya Lake that is adjacent to the caves. In 2015, another cave was discovered half a kilometres from the cave ... History of Badami Pattadakal and Aihole The region of Badami Pattadakal and Aihole lies in the valley of Mahaprabha River, surrounded by sandstone hills from all sides. As a result, it provided for a perfect strategic location for the human civilisation to flourish. As a result, signs of flourishing human life have been found here since the iron age itself. And during the rule of the Chalukya Dynasty, the region really started to flourish. It is around this time that the Chalukya kings ... In Badami , you’ll find rugged sandstone hills, a lake right next to it, and a fort apart from a few temples. Meanwhile, Aihole is exclusively known for its Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain temples.