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No. 6001 · India · South Asia

Aihole

16.02°N 75.88°E

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Overview

Aihole was the first capital of the Chalukya Kings and housed a school of temple architecture, with hundreds of temples in the village and nearby fields. The architecture ranges from simple to complex, carved from yellow sandstone.

Architecture · Budget Travel · Day Trips · History

Before you go

Accommodation

No accommodation in Aihole; stay in Badami or Bagalkote.

Connectivity

BSNL provides mobile coverage.

Food

No restaurants; pack food or rely on roadside shacks for tea and snacks.

Transport

Village is walkable; autorickshaws available for longer distances.

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