Temples in Badami

Religious sites and temples to visit in Badami

  • Badami Cave Temples

    Four rock cut cave temples carved into red sandstone cliffs, dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu and Jain Tirthankaras.

  • Banashankari Amma Temple

    A popular temple in Karnataka dedicated to Goddess Banashankari, worshipped by devotees seeking protection and prosperity.

  • Bhutanatha Temple Group

    Cluster of Shiva temples on the eastern bank of Agastya Lake, dating from the seventh and eleventh centuries.

  • Mahakuteshwara Temple Complex

    Sixth century cluster of Shiva temples near Badami, notable for historic Chalukya inscriptions on pillar and porch.

  • Malegitti Shivalaya

    Oldest surviving temple on Badami's northern hill, dedicated to Shiva as garland maker, built without mortar.

  • Upper and Lower Shivalaya Temples

    Twin seventh century rock cut Shiva shrines on Badami's northern hill, each offering panoramic valley views.

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