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.

Get in

Family Tree House

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

• Green Family tree restaurant

Mysore Road. 1 km

• Sanghamithra Vegetarian restaurant

Opp. Indian oil petrol station Hassan road

• Janya Vegetarian Restaurant, Inside KSRTC Bus Station. Opens early in the morning. (updated May 2017)
• Jain Mess (Opp. Poonya Hospital, Mysore Road). Authentic Jain Lunch with two chapathis and rice for Rs.60 (updated May 2017)
• Sarovara Biriyani centre

Opp. KSRTC bus station

• Durga Parameshwari Tiffin center, opposite Vasan hospital, Mysore Road. (Good place for lunch, chapathis or dosa )

Drink

• Cafe Coffee Day, Udayapura, Hassan Road (5 km). (updated May 2017)

Sleep

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