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Hassan is the Headquarters of the Malanad District. The original town was
adjacent to the Village Channapatna. It was founded in the 11th century, by
Channa Krishnappa Naik, a Palegar. The place is called Hassan after the
Goddess "Hasanamba", the smiling Goddess, presiding deity of the town. The
temple of Hasanamba will be opened only once in a year about a week, during
the second Ashwayuja (October). A big Jatra(shandi or fair) will be held on
this occasion.
The picturesque town of Hassan is located in the heart of Malnad. Having a
very pleasant climate throughout the year, Hassan 194 kms from Bangalore is
the entry point for Belur, Halebid and Sravanabelagola.
Places of Interest
Sravanabelagola - It is a famous Jain pilgrimage with a 17 m high monolith of
lord Bahubali standing tall. Belur was once the capital of the Hoysala kings.
Belur - 34 kms from Hassan, 149 kms from Mysore and 222 kms from Bangalore is
Belur, which is famous for its exquisite temple. Belur is also known as 'Dakshina
Varanasi' or 'Southern Banaras'
Halebid - 17 kms from Belur. This place is known as 'Dwara Samudra', the
wealthy capital of Hoysalas.
The Chennakeshava temple - took 103 years to complete and is filled with
intricate carvings and sculptures. No space is left blank in this finest
example of Hoysala architecture.
Sravanbelagola - This legendary pilgrimage and shrine of the Jains since early
times is 52 kms from Hassan, 80 kms from Mysore and 150 kms from Bangalore.
Veeranarayana Temple - In Belur Veeranarayana temple is also worth visiting.
Halebid, like Belur is also a mute testimony to the rich cultural heritage of
Karnataka.
The 'Mahamastakabhisheka' - held once in 12 years, is one of the main
attractions of the place, which attracts a large number of devotees.
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