Pattadakal Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Mallikarjuna temple at Pattadakkal was commissioned to be built by King Vikramaditya's younger wife Trailokamahadevi. It's dedicated to Lord Shiva and has ornate carvings from Ramayana, Mahabharata and other texts on its walls.
The Mallikarjuna temple at Pattadakkal was commissioned to be built by King Vikramaditya's younger wife Trailokamahadevi. It's dedicated to Lord Shiva and has ornate carvings from Ramayana, Mahabharata and other texts on its walls.
Pattadakallu has a group of Hindu temples from 7-8th century. Well known for Chalukya architecture.
Temple run-3: Pattadakal also spelled Paṭṭadakallu is a World Heritage site, a village in the state of Karnataka. It was the capital of Chalukyas in 6-8th centuries. These set of temples were built between 7 & 8th century. #architecture #historical
Pattadkal temples, another closer view.

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Sterling Banashree Badami

Sterling Banashree Badami

3.5 out of 5
S B Yaragoppa Village, Ward no 6, Badami District Bagalkot State Karnataka
The price is NZ$62 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$62
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Badami. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Badami Cave Temples and Agastya Lake ...
8/10 Very Good! (16 reviews)
Value for money stay
Stayed here for 2 nights to see Badami. The hotel is located a little out of main town. The cottages were good. The food was ok. Front desk was helpful in arranging car guide etc. the wifi worked well. Good place to stay

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Sterling Banashree Badami
Mavi Retreat

Mavi Retreat

2.5 out of 5
Railway Station Rd Badami KA
The price is NZ$87 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
NZ$87
14 Mar - 15 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Badami. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Badami Museum and Agastya Lake are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
This is a gem of a place! Great food, wonderful staff, and a comfortable room.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Mavi Retreat
Clarks Inn Badami

Clarks Inn Badami

3 out of 5
#1755, Veerpulakeshi Circle, Badami Badami Karnataka
The price is NZ$132 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$132
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Badami. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Badami Cave Temples and Badami Museum are located ...
Reasonably good restaurant, very poor WiFi, rooms need maintenance.

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2019

Clarks Inn Badami
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Popular places to visit

Another of the UNESCO heritage sites, these rock cut cave temples in Badami are very well preserved. There are a total of 4 caves, first and second dedicated to Lord Shiva and Vishnu respectively.

Badami Cave Temples

You can find out about the history of Badami with a visit to Badami Cave Temples. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

Badami Cave Temples
The Agastya Lake is surrounded by hills and reddish sandstone temples, said to have been built in 5th century. The waters of this lake are said to possess healing powers too. The sandstone rocks around this lake have gaps in them that act as pathways to climb up the nearby hill. This view is from Badami caves.

Agastya Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Agastya Lake during your travels in Badami. Discover the area's sunsets and temples.

Agastya Lake

Banashankari Temple

Banashankari Temple is just one of the places to see in Badami, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its art scene.

Banashankari Temple

Group of Monuments in Pattadakal

Find out about the history of Pattadakal with a stop at Group of Monuments in Pattadakal. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its temples.

Group of Monuments in Pattadakal

Akka-Tangi Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Akka-Tangi Falls, a lovely green space in Badami. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

Akka-Tangi Falls

Badami Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Badami Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Badami. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

Badami Museum

Activities

Goa to Badami Extension Tour

Goa to Badami Extension Tour

NZ$879
per adult
Goa to Badami Extension Tour
Hire a Guide to visit Badami/Aihole/Pattadakal with own transport

Hire a Guide to visit Badami/Aihole/Pattadakal with own transport

NZ$124
per adult
Hire a Guide to visit Badami/Aihole/Pattadakal with own transport
Pattadakal

Full Day Private Tour of Badami, Aihole and Pattadakal from Hampi

NZ$375
per adult
Full Day Private Tour of Badami, Aihole and Pattadakal from Hampi
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