What to expect
Highlights
- The stepped tank and central pavilion.
- The 16th-century Nayaka stonework.
- The adjacent Musafirkhana mosque.
Santhebennur Pushkarini
An ornate 16th-century stepped temple tank at Santhebennur, built by the Kenga Hanumantappa Nayaka chieftains, with a pillared pavilion rising from the water and a granite Musafirkhana mosque alongside. This heritage guide is organized from Channagiri in Davanagere district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which heritage stays, local guides, restaurants, shops, wellness options, transport and visitor services should be verified around Santhebennur Pushkarini.
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Santhebennur Pushkarini
Place
Practical guide
Plan Santhebennur Pushkarini
Typeheritage
Nearest baseChannagiri
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed45 minutes to an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseChannagiri
DistrictDavanagere
Place typeheritage
Time needed45 minutes to an hour.
An ornate 16th-century stepped temple tank at Santhebennur, built by the Kenga Hanumantappa Nayaka chieftains, with a pillared pavilion rising from the water and a granite Musafirkhana mosque alongside. This heritage guide is organized from Channagiri in Davanagere district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which heritage stays, local guides, restaurants, shops, wellness options, transport and visitor services should be verified around Santhebennur Pushkarini.
The Santhebennur Pushkarini is an ornate 16th-century stepped temple tank at Santhebennur, built by the Kenga Hanumantappa Nayaka chieftains.
It has a pillared pavilion rising from the water and a granite Musafirkhana mosque alongside.
Visiting
Santhebennur Pushkarini — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours
Best timeOctober to February; mornings
Entry: Free
Getting there: At Santhebennur near Channagiri, ~30 km from Davanagere; by road
A protected heritage tank — do not climb on the fragile steps or pavilion and do not litter.
Getting there
How to visit
- At Santhebennur near Channagiri, about 30 km from Davanagere; by road.
- A protected heritage tank — do not climb on the fragile steps or pavilion and do not litter.
Distance by road
- Chitradurga65 km
- Shivamogga75 km
- Hubballi140 km
- Harihar14 km
- Bengaluru265 km
Road km to Davanagere; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; mornings.
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Visitor notes
- A fragile heritage monument — take care on the old steps and mind children near the water.
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Where Santhebennur Pushkarini is
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Santhebennur Pushkarini — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Santhebennur Pushkarini?
October to February; mornings.
What are the entry fee and timings at Santhebennur Pushkarini?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Santhebennur Pushkarini?
At Santhebennur near Channagiri, about 30 km from Davanagere; by road. A protected heritage tank — do not climb on the fragile steps or pavilion and do not litter.
How much time do I need for Santhebennur Pushkarini?
45 minutes to an hour.
What else is near Santhebennur Pushkarini?
Nearby you can pair Shanti Sagara (11.1 km), Shahaji Bhonsale Tomb, Hodigere (13.1 km), Channagiri Fort (17.8 km), Hadadi Lake (25.2 km).
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