Being a national heritage site and one of the prime attractions in Karnataka, Belavadi is just 29 km from Chikmagalur. It is famous for Sri Veera Narayana Temple built in Hoysala architectural style. The place is described as Ekachakranagara of Mahabharata and is said to be the place where Pandava prince Bheema killed the demon Bakasura and protected the village and its people. It is a scenic village surrounded by a lush landscape that makes it a perfect place for one to relax.
Veer Narayan temple
The epitomised classic gem of Hoysala architecture. It depicts three forms of Lord Vishnu as the legend of the temple. These three forms are Veernarayana, Gopalkrishna, and Yoga Narashima. Dedicated to one very prominent and valorous incarnations of lord Vishnu, this temple has a vibrant and delicate vibes to dwell into spiritual connect or devotion towards one's lord's assets of love.
Udbhava Ganapathi temple
In the laps of nature, this temple is situated 5 km away from Annaporneshwari temple in horanadu hills. It belongs to the Adi Shankara community, authorised by Sri Shankaracharya of Sringeri. There is the belief that the cave in the form of lord Ganesha manifests naturally and is still taking shape.