The sixth largest state in India and famous places have a unique experiences in Karnataka Tourism. You experience Karnataka Festivals, Tranquilityfor its wildlife, heritage, temples, monuments, beaches, adventure, food and much more. Every movement in this state gives you a greate experience.





Spirituality

There are many spiritual areas to visit in Karnataka state.


Hindu temples

Some famous Hindu temples are located in Pattadakal. Below are few spiritual places.

  • Virupaksha Temple
  • Mallikarjuna Temple
  • Sangameswara Temple
  • Galaganatha Temple
  • Kadasiddeshwara Temple etc.,


 Jain Temples

  • Gomatagiri
  • Kundadri Jain Temple
  • Navagraha Jain Temple
  • Shravanabelagola etc.,


Mosques

  • Jama Masjid, Gulbarga
  • Masjid Zeenath Baksh
  • Mohamud Gawan Madrasa etc.,


Cuisines


Be it Dharwad Peda of North Karnataka or Bamboo Shoot Curry of South Karnataka to Mangalore’s famous Neer Dose, the state has a multitude of relishing cuisine options to take your taste buds through a tour of scrumptious, mouth-watering and finger licking dishes. Treat your tongue with sweet and spicy flavors of Karnataka.

While coming to breakfast , Dosa is a popular breakfast dish in South India made from fermented rice+urad dal (black gram) batter baked thin on a hot pan. In Karnataka Neer Dosa is famous cuisine.


About Neer Dose


Dosa is served in several varieties- Masala Dosa (Dosa served with Potato mash), Set Dosa (a set of two or three thicker dosas served with vegetable curry), Plain Dosa (Dosa without any add-ons) are some of the most popular varieties of Dosa that can be had in Karnataka. 

Neer Dose is a coastal Karnataka delicacy. Neer Dose literally translates to ‘Water Dosa’. Neer Dose is a dosa variant made out of batter made from soaked rice (no fermentation unlike regular Dosa or Idli). After a few hours of soaking, rice is grounded to make Neer Dose batter. A bit of salt is added for taste. 

Neer dose is often served with Kai-hoovu (Jaggery + Coconut Gratings) or vegetable curries and chutney. Non-vegetarian dishes such as Kozhi Saaru(Chicken Gravy) can be opted as a great accompaniment with Neer dose. It is also accompanied with a non-vegetarian Kodava cuisine as well.


Heritage


  • Beluru  : Chennakeshava Temple
  • Basavakalyan : Basavakalyana Fort, Basavakalyana Temple,Tripurantaka Lake etc.,
  • Durga Temple Aihole : Durga Temple is the primary attraction in Aihole and most                                                                spectacular representations of Aihole Temple. Durga Temple complex                                              houses an archaeological museum and art gallery.

  • Stone Chariot, Hampi : Stone Chariot is an iconic monument located in front of Vijaya Vittala Temple in Hampi, central Karnataka. Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 
  • Hampi etc.,


Places to stay 


  •  Three and four star hotels are available in Bagalakote and Badami towns (both 30-35 kms from Aihole).
  •  Basavakalyana has few budget hotels. More stay options are available in Humnabad.
  •  KSTDC runs the hotel Mayura Velapuri, 500 meters from Beluru Chennakeshava Temple complex. Hasana city, 40 kms from Beluru has more stay options. 
  •  Hampi and nearby Hosapete town have accommodation options suiting all budgets. KSTDC runs hotel premium hotel Mayura Bhuvaneshwari in Hampi and budget hotel Mayura Vijayanagara near TB dam, Hosapete. Evolve Back Hampi and Hyatt Place are the most luxurious stays available at Hampi  and many more.