Beautiful ancient monuments. Well protected. Visitors must watch for monkeys as they tend to snatch anything you carry including mobile phone.

The caves are marvelous. Taking the fact that they are from 5th century, it is amazing how they were even carved. Just to touch the carvings gives goosebumps how minutely were the artists that time did the job. 2 and 3 cave stinks a lot, so much so that you might just puke. So try to take face mask so you can enjoy it a bit better. Beware of monkeys, they tend to take water bottles and food items from hand. They pull. Mobiles and wallets, they are not interested.

Absolutely stunning piece of architecture and a testimony to the sheer talent and wisdom of the Chalukyan architects and sculptors. The walls depict a story from a mythology or a scene from a daily life in 8th century. An absolutely must see. There are a lot of monkeys in the vicinity, do not carry food items with you. We went there on a weekday in the midst of a heatwave, so there was almost no queue for tickets.

The place is beautiful with all the caves around. It's nice to see the view from the top cave. Suggest you to go early as it's takes time to see all the caves and also the temple is near which needs another way to go there. So best to plan well before you visit.

One of the greatest historical creativity i have visited. Much much recommended Tickets are required for visitors ie. 25 each for adults Camera's are aloud but has to take separate camera ticket for that Best season to visit - winter Best time to visit morning Open close 9AM- 6PM Brings needful things along with you like- -Water bottle, Caps, sunglasses, etc. There are number of monkeys 🙉 so be careful from them as they are master in stealing food bags, wrappers,etc. -

The old charm of this heritage site seems to have faded as people really don't care much about the architectural marvel that the place oozes. Anyways beware of monkeys here who tend to take away anything that's palatable to them. Views of the agastya lake from the caves are marvellous. Caves themselves are damp and much of the artefacts found are preserved and showcased at the museum which is about a kilometre walk from the entrance. The lake is being wantonly polluted and nothing much is changing despite various conservation efforts to involve locals in this process. A fort atop the hill outcrop which is located opposite to the cave complex on the way from the museum gives a mesmerizing feeling. The exquisite sandstone chasm en route to the short Trek offers a marvellous natural wonder to be appreciated. There are also numerous temples located near the fort which give a vantage view from the top of the town and caves around. Relish the experience and then do your photography. Anyways no photography is allowed inside the museum. Parking space is congested to say the least with monkeys sure to make your vehicle a good platform to be perched upon. Caves numbering from 1-4 are the focal attractions with descriptions of them available at the entrance. Ticket prices are ₹25 for Indian citizens and parking is free. Please don't pollute the place as it's part of our rich cultural heritage. If one would like a Trek then there is an alternate gate which is some 500 m further on the highway from the main gate which involves explanation of the site even further albeit on foot as approach to this path is not easy and one has to park the vehicle without any supervision at some deserted spot below.

Beware of monkeys here. A nice place but before jumping into the caves and enjoying the carvings,please go through the information boards(interpretative panels) before each cave to get the best understanding of what actually each cave is for. Otherwise you might end up thinking why those caves are carved for. Also there are 3-4 places around which can be easily covered within 1-2 hours where you must take autos that are available there.

Famous archaeological site to visit. Well maintained by ASI. Good place for photography. Relax, sit down for sometime and enjoy the panoramic view. Do not carry food items as monkey's are good at snatching them in a blink. The road to the parking space from the mainroad is very narrow and rocky, avoid taking your car till the parking space if you see congestion.

One of the most important places to see in Badami. The caves are accessible by car or by walk. It's about 15 min walk from bus stand. There are 4 caves. They have many intricate carvings and some have paintings too. The steps are high but not too many. There are many monkeys on the surrounding hills so one has to be careful. Ticket is 25 Rs. for Indian national with no charges for photography.

No permission to go at full top level,we can go until the third monument better you can book the ticket through online payment instead of cash at the counter guide facility also available bring water with you while hike

I have visited many times, this was my third visit to Badami caves. Best time is the sunset at the second cave. If you are nearby must visit during raining 🌧️. The pond looks too good during sunset and a museum is available. Top hill and monkeys naughty captures.

Visit the place when there is less sun. You have to climb steps. There are monkeys around the place and please take care of what you carry in your hand. Agastya lake is visible from the top. Each floor in the cave is dedicated to different gods. from Shiva, Vishnu, Buddha to mahavir jain. You will get some great photos in the evenings. Carry a water bottle with you.

Stunning Historical Gem, Mind the Monkeys! This site is a stunning blend of beauty and history. To beat the heat, visit in the evening as the cave's last entry is at 5:30 pm. Beware of the mischievous monkeys—they're attracted to everything, even flowers in your hair! Leave all belongings behind. Despite the monkey antics, this place is truly worth a visit. The intricate carvings and captivating stories will transport you to another time. Just remember to plan accordingly and enjoy the mesmerizing experience!

1 star less as the place can be maintained better. We couldn’t enter cave 2 as it was filled with Bat poop. There was monkey poop everywhere too. Otherwise it’s a very beautiful place and MUST visit. Hire a guide to understand it better

Its one of the UNESCOheritage site, its well maintained. Enough parking places available. Its recommended to visit during winter, as during summer the temperature may shoot high. Their are 4 caves caved out of the red stones, looks beautiful. A must visit.

The intricate carvings, elaborate sculptures, and serene ambiance make a visit to Badami an unforgettable experience. Walking through the caves feels like stepping back in time, immersing oneself in the spiritual and artistic legacy of centuries past.

Most of these temples do not have any idols inside as a sign of invasions. However, the invasions or attacks completely failed to mask the original Hindu identity of these places. Perfect example of fine single stone carving art. Must visit if you are visiting nearby places like Hampi.

Fascinating dive into the history of Dravidian architecture and beginning of cave temples in southern India. The carvings on the caves are breathtaking and very ornate. Only 4 caves are open to public and can be covered in 30 mins or so. Please wear walking shoes as they're are steps to be climbed and best time to visit is between 9-11am when the sun is shinning on the caves.

Must visit spot at Badami. Place is well maintained. The view of Badami town from the top is beautiful. To reach here you can either take an auto from the bus stand area or walk. Washroom facilities & parking space available.

Beautiful place, the carvings are fascinating and very ornate. There are four caves and you can cover them in 1-2 hours. There is Bhootnath Temple, Agastya Lake, archeological museum and few more ancient temples nearby in walking distance which you can explore after the caves. I'd recommend to visit only on weekdays if you really want to explore the place.

The entry fee is 5₹ per person. When we wanted to pay through QR scan, the ticket counter guy said you will have to add adhar number , pan number etc while paying. So we gave cash and he didnt give the ticket. Said ticket machine has some issue and even inside they asked for ticket and we said they didn’t give any but paid. Then a guy came and asked not to ask for tickets anymore. They are all involved in making money !!

Visit during a weekday, there was no big crowd or group. I was mesmerized by the view when I was climbing the stairs, for reference you can check the images that i attached. I enjoyed visiting this place so much, if your taking big car then there is a problem of road which you can travel there.

Archeological museum Badami.. nice place to know the history.... There is a short TREK to badami fort from here.. easy trek even for elderly people. Search for archeological museum in Google maps. From there only this short wonderful TREK begins. Never miss such a wonderful place. Attaching photos also.. Restroom available More 🐒🐒🐒 monkeys. Don't carry any food item. Keep water bottle inside closed bag.

Museum is maintained by ASI and the entry fee here is 5₹. There are some collectibles on display here whiich we’re found around the area near the caves. Their are many temples around Badami which are more or less in ruined shape. Lots of figures seen at the museum are from those temples which were destroyed over time. Good details have been put up there if you want to understand a little more about Badami and it’s caves and temples. Right from here you can also hike up to the northern side of the Badami fort. There is no entrance fee for that. A visit here would be good. Would take around 30 min to cover it. Their is a small parking lot in case you are taking your own vehicle. You can also hire an auto to reach here.

Archeological survey of India Museum has the different amazing stone sculpture which are preserved in the museum building. The museum is under construction but you can still visit it. There are documents which indicates the transformation of language from 1st century AD to the current language and script also there are documents which are related to the history of Chalukya and their 3 different division. The sculpture of Goddess of fertility is the main attraction of that museum. This building is located at the entrance of the fort. You have to buy a ticket for the museum in which you can also visit the fort. I couldn't add the photos of inside because photography is strictly prohibited inside the museum.

I could not go inside the museum. But the surroundings are very nice. Full of rocks and greenery. Took a nice walk in the evening. Museum closes at 5.30pm.

This is a very small museum with about 3/4 small rooms. One of the rooms cover general prehistory, one covers the temples of Badami, Pattadakal and the surrounding areas, and has exhibits of Hindu sculptures. The entry fee is basically pocket change, and to be honest there’s not much to see. Some of the better exhibits have labels with excellent explanations. The museum is located at the foot of Badami Fort in the village on the northern shores of Agasthya Lake. Unless you’re planning on climbing up to the Upper Shivalaya Temple, then I wouldn’t go out of the way to visit the museum.

Beautiful lake in Badami. Though locals use it to bathe and wash their clothes here but surprisingly it’s still clean. Green waters with bhoothnath temple in the background, make it a really great place to visit. The cool breeze by the lake really soothes you. One of the good locations to spend some time especially in the evenings. Sunset looks really beautiful here. Recommended place.

Beautiful lake in Badami, the red sandstone hills, cave temples and other temples around this lake makes this a must visit point. The lake can be seen from the cave temples or the other side can be accessed by walking through the village area (or there is a crowded road from the city side). The other side of the lake has the Bhutanatha Group of temples.

AGASTHYA LAKE IS SITUATED IN BADSMI CAVES WITH ALMOND COLORED HILLS IN THE BACKGROUND 4 BADAMI IS OFTEN UNDER LOOKED AS A TRAVEL DESTINATION BY MOST OF TOURISTS IN KARNATAKA ARCHITECTURAL WONDER AND EXCEPTIONAL CRAFTMANSHIP.

This view is mesmerising from one of the vantage point. Found it for yourself though I m attaching a picture 😃

Must visit at sunrise. The sun's rays coming over the surrounding hills leaves the lake bathed in a surreal aura.

The Bhootnath temple on Agastya lake is situated near the Badami cave temples ( opposite ) . Magnificent sight and one can spend long hours during late evening / sunset hours for superb pictures . The stone temples get their own multitude of hues in the golden hour . Absolutely enjoyed the day experience The only grouse is that google maps points you to take a very very narrow road where cars can barely enter, through slum areas where people / animals still live - this infrastructure needs to be improved / alternative road to be developed OR vehicles should be banned with maybe carts / auto allowed only .

The Agastya Lake is a holy lake bounded to the south by the Badami Cave Temples and to the north by the Badami Fort. Legend has it that the lake is water brought by Garuda from the water pleasure tank of God in Vaikunta, the celestial abode of Vishnu. From afar, the late looks very picturesque. Up close, you can see the locals using it as a place to wash their clothes. The water does not look clean, though that doesn’t seem to stop the locals from taking a swim. Located on the eastern shores of the lake is the Bhootnath Temple. The hygiene notwithstanding, Agastya Lake and the area around it is very picturesque and that along is worth visiting for.

Near Badami caves. Nice bird's eye view from the caves. Gets dried in summer but full in monsoon. Beautiful temples all around. Bhootnath temple is quite good with smaller ones and large stones with carvings. There is a small temple on a large stone with no visible way to reach there. From Badami caves, across the lake, there is a one of its kind Archaeological museum with Govt staff, better to carry change if you want to visit it. On both sides of museum, nice places to visit with moderate climbing. Right side there are old scribes and left to museum, mountain with beautiful temples and nice view of Badami. Enough parking space if you can figure out how to reach there! Hardly any drink, snack or water available nearby so carry yourself and try to visit early morning or late evening.

Bit of history to this lake from mythology. Temples located on the back of this lake. Visit during noon Sunny hours

We got a bird’s eye view of the Agastya Lake when we climbed the hill where the cave temples are located. The waters looked very calm and serene in the early morning light when we visited the caves. The lake is next to the Bhutnatha Temple and we got another mesmerising view of the lake from the banks. There were steps leading down to the lake, like a bathing ghat. We sat on the steps for a while as the sun was setting, and enjoyed another aspect of its beauty. The lake water is considered to be holy and have some healing powers. But we found the water to be murky and greenish in colour, so we did not risk taking a dip in it. The approach to the lake is through some narrow roads of Badami town. The views of the surrounding hills and the Bhutnatha temples and the caves on the opposite cliff against the setting sun make for a magical experience. Not many people visit this place, so it is very calm and quiet. It is very soothing to sit by the lake and meditate for a while.

It is marvellous natural fort built by Chalukya kings. Spectacular rock structures all around. Views are breathtaking. From top you see modern badami city, agastya Lake and caves. This is not crowded place with no entry fees.

Very beautiful place. Free entry, for foreigners too. View from the top is amazing. Sctructures are very nice, old temples and beautiful walls. Not so many people go there so it's a chance to enjoy quietness. Security are present on the way however not the entire day. There are a lot of monkeys. Single ladies should exercise some caution as the place is open access from the other side and a bit remote from populated area. Con: there is no designated place to leave your luggage and museum staff didn't welcome to let me leave my heavy backpack to visit the fort near the museum as it's the only official place there. Beware of that if you are on a day visit. The fort is uphill and walking with a bag is challenging

This is a must visit spot at Badami. Fortunately or unfortunately very few people visit here. When I visited here there were only very few people and it was so silent and peaceful. The view of Badami town from the top was so beautiful. A moderate trek is required to reach the top where the Upper Shivalaya temple is located. On the way we can see Lower Shivalaya temple & Fort. We need to get out from the place at around 6 p.m as security officers don't allow to roam around after that. So if you are planning to visit enter the place before 5 p.m. If you are ever in Badami never miss this place as it is one of a kind. You can reach here from the bus stand by an auto or by walk. The place is in walkable distance from Badami caves.

If you are visiting badami caves, this is a must visit place. Not crowded as many people just visit the caves. Hardly 10 min walk from caves entrance and 15 min climb

It is mentioned at the entrance of the fort wall that it takes 1.5 hrs to cover it but it takes hardly 45 min to cover it all unless you want to spend some more time there. Beautiful place for a quick walk and enjoy the city views and the lake view. Especially during the evenings it’s really beautiful. Mornings are pretty quiet with hardly any crowd up there. Closes around 6pm and no ticket required to climb up. Beautiful rocks and amazing colors. Superb place to get those insta shots. Beware of monkeys. There are 2 temples up there but both are in ruined state. The structures of both are put together and you can see the temple structure after ASI did a decent job on them. But there are no idols inside. There are few carvings on the walls but those are either very basic or seem to be incomplete. The fort was built during chalukya dynasty. Nevertheless it’s a great place for some cool views.

Amazing experience Heavenly architecture. The great fort with thousands of view points to the whole of Badami built for protection for the Chalukyan kingdom of Pulakeshin II. A vast exploration choice to cover by the Upper Shivalaya, Lower Shivalaya, Bastion and Graneries. A mind has to be mesmerized by how well the structure was built. Natural beauty with rock structures similar to the ones found in the Grand Canon was astonishing. Maintenance is HEAVENLY 🤩... Very clean.

Such a beautiful & Calm place, It is marvellous natural fort built by Chalukya kings. Spectacular rock structures all around. Views are breathtaking. From top you see modern badami city, agastya Lake and caves. This is not crowded place with no entry fees

It roughly takes around 20-30min time to reach the top. This is a really amazing place and has a beautiful view of Badami city. I would suggest to visit the place early in the morning or during the sunset.

Badami Fort, located in the town of Badami in Karnataka, India, is a historical fortification of great significance. Situated atop a hill, the fort offers a panoramic view of the town and its ancient cave temples. The fort's origins date back to the 6th century and it is closely associated with the Chalukya Dynasty, which played a crucial role in the history of South India

Badami fort is really one of a kind and the rocks are amazing to climb. I bet one shall come back for sure if they are local or non local.

Entrance is from the museum gate and they took the money but didn’t give ticket saying the machine didn’t work. 5₹ per head to museum and fort together. Govt. should look into this. 1 star for the management and 5 star for the fort. A small climb up the hill to the top. The way is so beautiful and breath taking structures and temples. Must visit if you visit badami caves. Fort closes at 6pm.

Amazing place to visit. The rock creatures are mind-blowing and spectacular. The hike to the top is not difficult and one can climb very easily. The view from the top of the fort is breathtaking where you can get fresh wind blows. If you are planning to visit this fort simply don’t miss the sunset.

Badami Fort is was built by Chalukyas. Perched on the top of a cliff, this fort is accompanied by two temples. There are three granaries on top of fort and a recent mosque. The pathway to the cliff is good, do bring water along with you when you climb.