Badami Caves Karnataka : Temple, Things to See, Food, Shopping

Things to See in Badami:

The caves are the most magnificent sights of Badami. The shrines here are cut into the rock itself. The 1st Cave dates back to the sixth century and is for Shiva. Inside you can see Nataraja sculpted to perfection.

1. The Caves

There is an ornamental torana that houses the most beautifully and rare panels of the Life of Krishna and Tripurantaka Shiva. The panels are also sculpted with various roles from the Bhagvad Gita, Ramayana and Mahabharata.

2. The Archaeological Museum

3. Bhuthanatha Temples

The Bhuthanatha Temples lines the Agastyatirtha which reflects sunrays and giving out a golden glow as you can listen to the sound of the birds singing.

Jambulinga temple that dates back to the seventh century is one among the first three celled sanctums or Trikutachala Garbhagriha temples in the state of Karnataka.

This cave dates back to prehistoric times but is carefully recreated with images like the Lajja Gauri symbol.

Badami’s Pulikeshi Restaurant: Open 24 Hours

Mookambika’s Vatapi: Indian, Continental and Chinese Cuisine.

Mookambika’s Kanchana Garden: Fried Avalakki consisting of uniquely prepared rice with fried groundnuts.

Cuisine of Badami:

Shopping in Badami:

There are few but select items to shop for in Badami. There is a variety of dry fruits, fruits and sprouts to shop here. There are vibrant double weaved thick saris locally called Ilkalsari popularly known as Nawari saris in Ilkal which is close by.