The
Halebid excursions tour will take you to the pilgrimages of Belur and
Shravanabelagola. Belur
The Hoysala kings moved their capital from Halebid to Belur in the face of attacks by invaders. Subsequently Belur witnesses a spawning of Hoysala temples prominent among which is the Chennakeshava temple.
Shravanabelagola
A sacred Jain pilgrimage, Shravanabelagola is known for the giant monolithic statue of Lord Gomateshwara. During the festival of Mahamastakabhisheka, thousands of devotees throng this holy shrine.
Chennakeshava Temple
A supreme example of Hoyasala temple architecture, the Chennakeshava temple in Belur, Karnataka leaves one spellbound with its exquisite structure. The temple was constructed in 1117 AD by Hoysala king Vishnuvardhan to celebrate his victory over the Cholas at the battle of Talikad.
