Lad Khan Temple
Location
:
Aihole, Karnataka
Dating Back To
:
5th Century
Significance
:
Oldest Temple In Aihole
The oldest holy place in Aihole is perhaps, the Lad Khan temple dating back to the 5th Century.
Originally a royal assembly hall and marriage mandapa, a Muslim official converted it into his residence. On the top of the main temple is another shrine-like vimana.
How To Get There
Rail : The adjacent Railway station is Bagalkot.
Road : Aihole is linked by road to: Pattadakal (17 kms), Badami (46 kms) Bangalore (438 kms).
Where To Stay
Tourist Rest House, Aihole, Hungund Taluk. traveler Rest Houses of Tourism Department.
