Maps of India
City Map of Hassan - Karnataka
The unique district of Hassan was underneath the great sovereignty of Mouryas of North in the 3rd B.C. and later kingdoms of Kadambas to the Vijayanagar empire. The area is so-called Hassan after the adored Goddess "Hasanamba", the smiling Goddess, and presiding divinity of the town.
Sited around the Southern Indian state of Karnataka at around 187 km from the renowned state capital of Bangalore, Hassan rolls from 13°01/’ North to 76°10/’ East. Becoming closest railhead to Halebid, Belur, and Shravanbelagola, Hassan is an idyllic pedestal to explore these marvelously buit historical sites. |
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| The county of Hassan had been under the mighty control the Hoysalas clan from 11th to 13th century AD.
It was during these creative and inspirational times that the great temples of Belur and Halebid were constructed. Hassan was also greatly influenced and captivated by Jainism. Presently, it has become well-known centre and heart of Jain literature. |