Channarayapatna

Channarayapatna is a city in the Hassan district, in the Indian state Karnataka. The famous Gommateshvara statue in Shravanabelagola, one of the primary pilgrimage destinations in Jainism, is located at just 13 km from here, which makes Channarayapatna an important junction for pilgrims visiting that sight. However, the town itself is also a place of considerable religious and historic interest, as there are countless temples in and around the city.

Understand
Channarayapatna is located at the intersection of national highway NH 48 and 6 different state highways, making it an important transport hub.

See

 * Shraanabelagola mountain temple is just 15 km away.
 * Hemavathi Canalside park, Hassan Road has four sections with separate perimeter tracks of 350 meters each. Mahila Park is only for ladies. The second park has swings and skating rings for children. The third and fourth park are popular with couples.
 * Shivan park is located some three km north on Hassan Road.
 * The Channarayapatna church is on Mysore road

Eat
Mysore Road. 1 km Opp. Indian oil petrol station Hassan road Opp. KSRTC bus station
 * Green Family tree restaurant
 * Sanghamithra Vegetarian restaurant
 * Sarovara Biriyani centre
 * Sarovara Biriyani centre
 * Sarovara Biriyani centre
 * Durga Parameshwari Tiffin center, opposite Vasan hospital, Mysore Road.  (Good place for lunch,  chapathis or dosa )

Sleep

 * Thirumala Lodge, Hassan Road. Rs.250 for rooms with TV and bath.08176.252080