Agastya Lake
A historic lake framed by sandstone cliffs, temples and the Badami cave complex.
About Agastya Lake
Agastya Lake forms the visual centre of Badami and brings together the town's cliffs, cave temples and Bhutanatha temples. The shoreline is especially attractive in the softer morning and evening light, when the sandstone changes colour.
Best time to visit
October - April
Entry fee
Free
Things to do
- Lake views
- Photography
- Heritage walk
- Sunset views
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Other spots worth pairing with your trip.
Temple
📍 By Agastya Lake
Bhutanatha Temples
A beautiful group of sandstone temples beside the lake at the foot of Badami's cliffs.
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Fort
📍 Above Badami caves
Badami Fort
Hilltop fortifications overlooking the town, lake and sandstone cliffs.
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Temple
📍 5 km from Badami
Banashankari Temple
A historic temple near Badami dedicated to Banashankari, set in a traditional pilgrimage landscape.
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Temple
📍 22 km from Badami
Pattadakal
A UNESCO-listed temple complex showcasing the mature Chalukyan architectural tradition.
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Temple
📍 35 km from Badami
Aihole
An extraordinary archaeological landscape of early Chalukyan temples and experimental architecture.
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Temple
📍 35 km from Badami
Lad Khan Temple
One of Aihole's earliest-looking temple forms, with a distinctive stone pavilion layout.
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