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Allalanatha Temple

Allalanatha Temple is a dedicated to Lord Channajesava. The temple has an 18 foot tall idol of the presiding deity made of black stone. Several religious poojas and Abhishekas are also performed at the temple.

Bhoga Narsimha Temple is a simple yet impressive temple located on the foothills of Devarayanadurga which is a famous trekking destination in the town. The temple is dedicated to Lord Narasimha. Devotees offer food items to the deity and donate food to other devotees.

Bisle Ghat or Bisle Forest Reserve is a famous sanctuary in the Western Ghats housing a wide variety of flora and fauna. Bisle Betta is a viewpoint to get a panoramic view of the surrounding mountain ranges. Bisle Ghat at the other end forest reserve acts as a natural corridor that links the Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary.

The Gorur Dam, which is also known as the Hemavathi Dam, is a beautiful and striking picnic spot that attracts tourists from all across the country. The dam is built across the river Hemavathi, which is a tributary of the river Kaveri and is surrounded by lush greenery on its side, which adds to the beauty of the dam and further appeals to its visitors. Not only is this dam well known for its scenic beauty, but it also attracts bird watchers as it has a wide range of birds that it is home to. Built in the year 1979, the dam is located near the city of Hassan in the state of Karnataka, and serves other multiple purposes as well, such as providing water for irrigation, drinking and other household purposes. The Gorur Dam covers a total catchment area of 2,810 square kilometres. With a length of 4,692 meters and a height of 58.5 meters, the reservoir has six large radial spillway gates in all.The Gorur Dam is a complete package that one can visit on the weekend, or on a short vacation. The views that the place offers are breathtaking, the surroundings are spotless and well maintained, and the lush green park serves as the perfect resting spot for visitors. Furthermore, if one is lucky enough, he can also get a chance to sight various birds that visit the reservoir regularly. The temples of Paravasudeva and Yoganarasimha are also located near the dam and are famous tourist attractions in the area, that can be visited in combination with the dam. Read More

Hasanamba Temple is dedicated to Goddess Shakti whose idol is actually an anthill. The temple opens for devotees only for two weeks during Diwali. The devotees often offer raw rice and light a lamp when the temple is closed. Many have claimed that the rice never gets rotten and the lamp always burns until it is opened in the succeeding year.

Hemvathy Reservoir is the formed by Hemvathy Dam constructed on River Hemvathy. With a catchment area of 2,800 square kilometres, the reservoir is an important source of drinking water and water for irrigation purposes for the region. The beautiful surroundings also make the location a preferred picnic spot.

The Nageshvara-Chennakeshava temple complex, the twin temples built at the edge of the Mosale village depicts the Hoysala style of architecture. It is located 10 km from Hassan and is famous for it's intricately designed architecture and scriptures. The small historical town of Mosale is primarily known for its agricultural work, but the temple complex has made it a popular attraction for the people of Hassan and surrounding areas.

Hulikere Pond is a stunning work of architecture built by the Hoysala Kings. The pond is surrounded by lush greenery and has descending steps made of the stone to reach the water. The beautiful structure is lined by several shrines which are believed to represent the constellations.

Ishvara Temple, Arasikere

Ishvara Temple, Arasikere is an 11th century Lord Shiva Temple built by the Hoysala Kings. It is famous for its rich cultural heritage and stunning architecture. The single shrine temple, its complex craftsmanship and the intricacies of the carvings are not found in other Hoysala structures, thus making it a famous attraction in the region.

Jain Matt is an important Jain pilgrimage located on a hill and needs climbing about 700 steps. The monastery has 19th century stone and metal idols. The Monastery head, Charukeerti Bhattarakha Swamy meets devotees almost every day. Followers throng in large numbers to seek blessings from the monastery head every day.