Badami cave temples, Cave temples complex in Karnataka, India
Four caves carved into red sandstone cliffs contain stone sculptures depicting Hindu and Jain religious figures along the Agastya Lake banks.
The Chalukya dynasty established these temples during their reign from the 6th to 8th centuries, making Badami their capital under the name Vatapi.
Three caves feature Hindu deities including Shiva and Vishnu, while the fourth cave represents Jain traditions with Mahavira carvings and teachings.
The caves remain accessible through stone steps leading up the cliff face, with recommended visiting hours between 6 AM and 6 PM daily.
A fifth cave discovered in 2015 contains 27 Hindu carvings and lies 500 meters away from the main temple complex.
Location: Badami
Architectural style: Badami Chalukya architecture, rock-cut architecture in India
GPS coordinates: 15.91833,75.68500
Latest update: May 30, 2025 03:32
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