| The magnificent Hoysaleswara temple in Halebid is a superbly preserved jewel and is one of the finest examples of temple architecture you're likely to see anywhere in the world. |
| Built in the trademark star-pattern of the Hoysala builders, it is set amongst perfectly manicured lawns and is covered from top to bottom with fabulous carving work. |
| The Chennakeshava temple in Belur is just as beautiful, but has a more earthy feel to it because it is still a living temple "� daily worship continues here. The two towns are only 18 km apart and make for a great weekend drive from Bangalore. |
| Halebid and Belur are 225 and 240 km from Bangalore respectively, down the superbly surfaced NH48. It is best to make Hassan your base and visit the temples from there. Hotel Ashok (Ph: 08172-268731, Rs 700 onwards) and Southern Star (Ph: 08172-251816, Rs 990 onwards) are good options in Hassan. Don't know where to go? pablo@business-standard.com |
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