What to expect
Highlights
- The Basaveshwara temple and its Nandi.
- The association with Basavanna and the Sharana movement.
- The Basava Jayanti celebrations.
Basaveshwara Temple, Basavana Bagewadi
Basavana Bagewadi, about 43 km south-east of Vijayapura, is revered as the birthplace of Basavanna — the 12th-century philosopher, statesman and founder of the Lingayat Sharana movement.
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Basaveshwara Temple, Basavana Bagewadi
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Plan Basaveshwara Temple, Basavana Bagewadi
Typetemple
Nearest baseBasavana Bagewadi
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed30 to 45 minutes at the temple
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseBasavana Bagewadi
DistrictVijayapura
Place typetemple
Time needed30 to 45 minutes at the temple.
Basavana Bagewadi, about 43 km south-east of Vijayapura, is revered as the birthplace of Basavanna — the 12th-century philosopher, statesman and founder of the Lingayat Sharana movement.
The Basaveshwara temple in the town, with its large Nandi, marks the site and draws pilgrims, especially around Basava Jayanti.
Visiting
Basaveshwara Temple, Basavana Bagewadi — at a glance
TimingsTemple hours (with a midday break)
Best timeOctober to February; Basava Jayanti (Apr–May)
Entry: Free
Getting there: ~43 km south-east of Vijayapura off the Sindagi road; bus or taxi
The birthplace of Basavanna — a living temple; dress modestly and remove footwear. A half-day there-and-back trip.
Getting there
How to visit
- About 43 km south-east of Vijayapura off the Sindagi road; reached by bus or taxi as a half-day trip.
- Dress modestly and remove footwear at the temple.
Distance by road
- Solapur100 km
- Kalaburagi145 km
- Hubballi200 km
- Belagavi205 km
- Bengaluru530 km
Road km to Vijayapura; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; Basava Jayanti (Apr–May) is the main festival.
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- A living temple and pilgrimage town — follow temple customs; it is a there-and-back trip from the city.
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When is the best time to visit Basaveshwara Temple, Basavana Bagewadi?
October to February; Basava Jayanti (Apr–May) is the main festival.
What are the entry fee and timings at Basaveshwara Temple, Basavana Bagewadi?
Entry: Free. Timings: Temple hours (with a midday break). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Basaveshwara Temple, Basavana Bagewadi?
About 43 km south-east of Vijayapura off the Sindagi road; reached by bus or taxi as a half-day trip. Dress modestly and remove footwear at the temple.
How much time do I need for Basaveshwara Temple, Basavana Bagewadi?
30 to 45 minutes at the temple.
What else is near Basaveshwara Temple, Basavana Bagewadi?
Nearby you can pair Almatti Dam (29.3 km), Jama Masjid (36.7 km), Gol Gumbaz (36.8 km), Archaeological Museum, Vijayapura (36.9 km).
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