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Nuggehalli
Half-day stop between Hassan and Bangalore: see two Hoysala temples, then move on. Not an overnight base.
Nuggehalli is a tiny village in Karnataka, 140 km from Bangalore and 16 km off NH-48. Its two Hoysala-era temples — Lakshmi Narasimha and Sadashiva — are the only reason to stop. Most travellers visit as a short detour between Hassan and Bangalore or as part of a temple circuit with Belur, Halebidu and Shravanabelagola.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Nov–Feb
- avoid Apr–Jun (very hot)
- Airport
- BLR
- Nights
- 0
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Nuggehalli112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Nuggehalli, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyNuggehalli is a quiet village with low crime.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 108 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
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- AirportBLR Kempegowda International Airport, Bangalore (140 km (87 mi); 3–4 h by car or bus).BLR Kempegowda International Airport, Bangalore (87 mi (140 km); 3–4 h by car or bus).
- Getting aroundThe village is walkable.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BLR Kempegowda International Airport, Bangalore (140 km (87 mi); 3–4 h by car or bus)BLR Kempegowda International Airport, Bangalore (87 mi (140 km); 3–4 h by car or bus)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Apr
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
May
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jun
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Oct
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Nov
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Dec
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Apr–Jun. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)), coolest Jan (15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Jan (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Nuggehalli: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
1 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
1 rd
Mar
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Apr
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
4 rd
May
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
10 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11 rd
Sep
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9 rd
Oct
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8 rd
Nov
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
4 rd
Dec
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The village is walkable. To reach the temples, a short walk from the main road. For longer distances, hire an auto-rickshaw or taxi from the bus stop.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Shravanabelagola
goDoor to door: 40 min
Taxi or bus, 28 km (17 mi), about 40 minTaxi or bus, 17 mi (28 km), about 40 min
Combine with Nuggehalli for a half-day circuit.
Door to door: 1.5 h
Taxi or bus via Hassan, about 60 km (37 mi), 1.5 hTaxi or bus via Hassan, about 37 mi (60 km), 1.5 h
Larger Hoysala temple complex; plan a full day for both.
Door to door: 2 h
Taxi via Belur, about 70 km (43 mi), 2 hTaxi via Belur, about 43 mi (70 km), 2 h
Pair with Belur and Nuggehalli for a temple tour.
Hassan
goDoor to door: 40 min
Taxi or bus, 28 km (17 mi), 40 minTaxi or bus, 17 mi (28 km), 40 min
Base town with more accommodation and eateries.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Nuggehalli village
Very limited options. Most visitors stay in Hassan (28 km (17 mi)) or Shravanabelagola (28 km (17 mi)).Very limited options. Most visitors stay in Hassan (17 mi (28 km)) or Shravanabelagola (17 mi (28 km)).
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹500–1,000 (≈ US$6–12) (day trip only)
- Mid
- ₹1,500–3,000 (≈ US$18–35) (day trip with lunch)
Watch out
Safety
- Temples may be locked outside prayer hours: ask a local or the priest.
- No ATMs in the village; carry cash.
- Lunch options are limited — eat before you arrive or bring snacks.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Ambulance
- 108
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My bed tonight
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ನನ್ನನ್ನು ನುಗ್ಗೇಹಳ್ಳಿ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನಕ್ಕೆ ಕರೆದುಕೊಂಡು ಹೋಗಿTake me to Nuggehalli temple
Emergency
- Police112
- Ambulance108
Embassy
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bangalore → Nuggehalli by bus: about ₹200–300 (≈ US$3–4), 3–4 h (check)
- Taxi from Hassan: ₹800–1,200 (≈ US$10–14) one way (check)
Say or show
- ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ — Hello (namaskara)
- ಧನ್ಯವಾದಗಳು — Thank you (dhanyavādagaḷu)
- ಎಷ್ಟು? — How much? (eṣṭu)
- ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನ ಎಲ್ಲಿದೆ? — Where is the temple? (dēvasthāna ellide)
Kannada is the local language; English is understood at the temples and bus stop.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Nuggehalli. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Feb · avoid Apr–Jun (very hot) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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