Hassan is located in the south Indian state of Karnataka around 187 km from Bangalore. It is a quaint peaceful town. Hassan extends from latitude 13°01' in the North to longitude 76°10' in the East. The place is an ideal base to explore the historical sites of Belur, Halebid, and Shravanbelgola.

History

Hassan was under the control of great Hoysala Empire during 11th to 13th century AD. This was the period when the great temples of Belur and Halebid were constructed. The region of Hassan was also greatly influenced by Jainism and later it became a well-known center of Jain literature. The present-day Hassan is the headquarters of the district by the same name and a convenient base for the tourists visiting Belur and Halebid.