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Badami Cave Temple

The Badami Cave Temples, situated in Badami (formerly “Vatapi”) of Bagalkot district, Karnataka, are a remarkable ensemble of 6th–8th century rock-cut shrines carved into sandstone cliff-faces.

“बादामी की गुफाओं में न केवल मूर्तियाँ तराशी गई हैं, बल्कि वहाँ भक्ति भी शिला में समाई हुई है।”

― Badami Cave Temple

Renowned for Early Chalukya architecture, these caves are among the earliest and most influential Hindu and Jain temples in the Deccan region.

Mythological Significance & History

The complex was developed under the Early Western Chalukyas, with contributions from Pulakeshin I, Kirtivarman I, Mangalesha, and Pulakeshin II. Notably, Cave III bears an inscription from 578 CE by King Mangalesha, making it the oldest precisely dated Hindu cave temple in India.
The site served as the Chalukya capital and played a pivotal role in evolving temple architecture across southern India

Significance of the Temple

These caves represent a rich confluence of Hindu (Shaiva and Vaishnava) and Jain traditions—reflecting religious pluralism under the Chalukyas.
The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site candidate, along with Aihole and Pattadakal, as key transition points in the evolution of Deccan temple architecture

Architecture of the Temple

The carvings blend Dravidian, Nagara, and Vesara styles—especially evident in Cave III.

Delicate stone brackets, ornate panels, mythological reliefs, and balanced spatial design showcase exceptional Chalukyan craftsmanship.

The natural setting—overlooking Agastya Lake and framed by rugged hills—enhances the spiritual ambiance.

How to Reach to Temple

By Air: Closest airports are Hubli (~106 km) and Belgaum (~150 km); both connect to major cities.

By Rail: Badami Railway Station (5 km from caves) connects to Bengaluru, Hubli, and beyond.

By Road: Well-connected via roads from Pattadakal (22 km), Aihole (44 km), Hubli, Belgaum, and Bangalore; state buses and taxis are available.

Temple Timings

Morning Temple Opening & Closing Timing
9:00 AM–5:30 PM

Evening Temple Opening & Closing Timing
Entry Fee: ~₹25 for Indian adults; ₹500–600 for foreign nationals; children under 15 often free.

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Badami Cave Temple

“बादामी की गुफाओं में न केवल मूर्तियाँ तराशी गई हैं, बल्कि वहाँ भक्ति भी शिला में समाई हुई है।”

Mythological Significance & History

Significance of the Temple

Architecture of the Temple

How to Reach to Temple

Temple Timings

Morning Temple Opening & Closing Timing

Evening Temple Opening & Closing Timing

Temple Location

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