Badami is well known for its rich history and ancient architecture. It was the capital of early Chalukya kingdom. A number of richly carved monuments and caves belonging to Chalukyas, dating back to the 6th and 7th centuries can be found here. The capital of the Early Chalukyas, Badami is picturesquely situated at the mouth of a ravine between two rocky hills. Badami is famous for its four cave temples - all out of sand stone on the precipice of a hill. Enter the first cave temple - past Shiva's doorkeepers - and what do you see? The eighteen-armed Nataraja striking 81 dance poses!
How to reach
By Air: The nearest airport is at Belgaum.
By Rail: The nearest railhead is at Badami.
By Road: Badami has a good network of roads.
By Rail: The nearest railhead is at Badami.
By Road: Badami has a good network of roads.
Weather
Badami has a pleasant climate during winters and spring.
Summers (March to June) are scorching with the mercury level shoots more than 45°C. Tourists avoid the hot summer days in April and May.
Monsoons (July to September) offer good rainfall bringing cheers of relief to the scorching summer days.
Winters (November to January) have a modest cool with the temperature ranging between 15°C to 29°C. Spring is beautiful, pleasant and comes in January and March.
Summers (March to June) are scorching with the mercury level shoots more than 45°C. Tourists avoid the hot summer days in April and May.
Monsoons (July to September) offer good rainfall bringing cheers of relief to the scorching summer days.
Winters (November to January) have a modest cool with the temperature ranging between 15°C to 29°C. Spring is beautiful, pleasant and comes in January and March.
Best Seasons
The best season to visit Badami would be between October - February
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