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Kabbaligere Hill

Kabbaligere Hill is a scenic location near Kabbaligere Village. Many prefer going on long drives or for photography, nature walks or trekking on the hill. It a perfect tranquil escape for the locals.

Kappe Chennigaraya Temple is a majestic 12th century temple built by Queen Shantala Devi. It is a part of the Chanakeshava Temple complex and is located next to a pond. The stone architecture has splendid carvings and bas-relief work which adds to the aesthetic appeal of the temple complex.

Koravangala Temple, also called the Bucesvara Temple, is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was built by Buchiraja to celebrate the coronation of Veer Ballala II of the Hoysala Dynasty in the 12th century. This temple also was built according to the Hoysala architecture and adorns stunning carvings on the soapstone structure.

Lakshmi Devi Temple is an ancient 12th century temple dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi. It was built by the Hoysala Dynasty and has the traditional Hoysala architecture in soapstone. The grand temple adorns beautiful sculpture, inscriptions and bas-relief work but has a unique feature, the Chatuskuta, wherein one can find four shrines and a tower.

Lakshmi Narasimha Temple

Lakshmi Narasimha Temple is a stunning 13th-century shrine temple built by Bommanna Dandanayaka who served as a commander in the Hoysala Dynasty. The bas-relief and sculpture work on the temple increase its architectural beauty and are a treat to the tourists. The temple is a built with soapstone and is another good example of the rich culture of the dynasty.

Maharaja Park is a peaceful park in the town equipped with a children's play area, spacious walkways lined by tall trees and lush green lawns. It is a popular picnic spot in the town and is often visited by locals and tourists as well.

Parvathamma Betta is famous amidst trekker. The uneven and rough terrain of the attraction is deemed apt by many adventure seekers. The attraction also has an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and his consort, Goddess Parvati. The top of the attraction is frequently visited to get a fabulous view of the surroundings.

Ramanathpur Temple, a pilgrim spot is situated 50km from Hassan on the banks of the river Cauvery. There are many other temples in the vicinity within walking distance of each other. Owing to this, the place is called as Dakshina Kailasa meaning the 'Kashi of the South'.

Located at a distance of 22 km from Hassan in Karnataka in the small district of Shettihalli, Shettihalli Church is an ancient catholic church built in the 1860s by the French missionaries. Boasting of magnificent Gothic architecture, Shettihalli Church was abandoned in 1960 and is currently in ruins. The uniqueness about the church is that it gets submerged in water every monsoon and for the same reason, the ruined church has become a popular tourist attraction in the region. Standing tall in the middle of barren fields, the church doesn’t have a roof and echoes with the silence of the surroundings and the chirping of the birds. Also known as ‘The Floating Church’ and ‘The Submerged Church’, Shettihalli Church started getting submerged in water during the 1960s when the Gorur Reservoir was built to redirect the waters of the Hemavathi River. Along with the Shettihalli Church, a number of villages were also submerged and although the people were relocated, the church was abandoned. Lately, the place is turning out to be a popular picnic spot. As more and more people are getting to know about the beautiful architectural wonder, several tourists flock here to spend some quality time with family and friends. However, do not forget to carry your own food and beverages as there are no shops or eateries in the near vicinity, as far as the eye can see. Read More

Shri Ranganatha temple is built on the Mavinakerre hill along the way from Hassan. It consists of a Hanuman statue and as a contemporary architecture. The drive is pleasing surrounded by beautiful scenery.