Belur City Travel Guide

General Information Of Belur

• Area 2.85 sq kms
• Population 20,225
• Altitude 975 meters above sea level

• Language Kannad
• Best Time to visit : Winters (October to April)
• Std Code 08177

Introduction to city Belur - In Karnataka

A panchayat town located in Hassan district in the state of Karnataka, Belur was the early capital of the Hoysala Empire. Famous for its exquisite temples, the serenity of Belur is attributed to the celebrated temple of Channakeshava, which was built to commemorate the conversion of the Hoysala King Vishnuvardhana from Jainism to Vaishnavism in 117 A. D.

Sightseeing : Places to visit in destination - Belur

The Chennakesava temple complex, which contains the Chennakesava Temple is the main attraction in Belur.

Excursions : Places nearby city - Belur

Just 16 km away is Halebidu- one of the major tourist destinations in Karnataka.

The 12th century capital of the Hoysalas, Halebidu is a very famous tourist spot. The Hoysaleswara temple, which was built during this time by Ketamala and attributed to Vishnuvardhana, the Hoysala ruler enshrines Hoysaleswara and Shantaleswara. The temple complex comprises two Jain basadi and two Hindu temples- the Hoysaleshawara and Kedareshwara temples.