Hassan was named after the Goddess Hassanamba, the most worshiped goddess of that time. Hoysala Empire dominated over Hassan for a quite long period of time. One can easily witness this fact just by visiting this place as the city is covered with different monuments and temples which are dated back during the Hoysala Empire. […]
Places near by Hassan
Belur This quaint hamlet – 38 kms from Hassan – is located on the banks of the river Yagachi. It was once capital of the Hoysala empire, today made unforgettable for its exquisite temples. The Shennakeshava temple is one of the finest examples of Hoysala architecture. It took 103 years to complete this architectural marvel. […]
Halebidu
Halebiduis located in Hassan district in Karnataka. Ketumalla, the chief of staff of Hoysala Kingdom, built this temple during 1121 A.D and attributed to his king, Vishnuvardhana and queen, Shantala Devi. Even then it is learnt that it took 105 years to complete. If one stands on the platform of the temple and sees around […]
