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Aiholeಐಹೊಳೆ
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Aihole; most sights are walkable, stay in Badami or Bagalkote for night.
Aihole is a compact village of historic Chalukyan temples spread over a few kilometres. All major sites are reachable on foot or by short auto‑rickshaw rides, so a single day suffices. Overnight options are in nearby Badami (≈40 min by road) or Bagalkote (≈45 km).
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Apr–Jun (hot, limited shade)
- Airport
- HBX
- Nights
- 1
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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 Aihole100 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Aihole, 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
- SafetyAihole is low‑risk; main concerns are heat, traffic on narrow roads, and limited medical facilities – keep a basic first‑aid kit.
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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 numbers100 police · 101 fire · 102 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
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportHBX Hubli‑Dharwad Airport (≈120 km (75 mi) north, 2 h by road).HBX Hubli‑Dharwad Airport (≈75 mi (120 km) north, 2 h by road).
- Getting aroundAll temples are within 2 km (1.2 mi) of the village centre; walk or hire an auto‑rickshaw for longer stretches.All temples are within 1.2 mi (2 km) of the village centre; walk or hire an auto‑rickshaw for longer stretches.
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
- HBX Hubli‑Dharwad Airport (≈120 km (75 mi) north, 2 h by road)HBX Hubli‑Dharwad Airport (≈75 mi (120 km) north, 2 h by road)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Mar
Best
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Apr
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
May
Avoid
40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)
Jun
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jul
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Aug
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Sep
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Jun. Month by month →
Warmest May (40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)), coolest Jan (20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Aihole: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Feb
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Mar
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
3 rd
Apr
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
5 rd
May
40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
8 rd
Jun
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
12 rd
Jul
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15 rd
Aug
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14 rd
Sep
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Nov
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°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
All temples are within 2 km of the village centre; walk or hire an auto‑rickshaw for longer stretches. Roads are narrow, unsuitable for large vehicles.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Pattadakal
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Bus from Badami (≈30 min) then walk
UNESCO site with similar temple styles.
Badami
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Auto‑rickshaw or bus, 40 min road
Rock‑cut temples and river views.
Lakkundi
goDoor to door: ≈2 h round
Bus to Badami then local auto‑rickshaw, ≈1 h 15 min
Cluster of 10th‑century temples.
Hampi
cautionDoor to door: ≈3 h each way
Train to Hospet (≈2 h) then bus/taxi, 30 min
Full‑day trip; consider overnight stay.
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.
Clarks Inn, Badami
Basic rooms, 40 min drive from Aihole
KSTDC Mayura Chalukya, Badami
Government‑run, similar distance
Bagalkote guesthouses
≈45 km (28 mi), option if staying farther north≈28 mi (45 km), option if staying farther north
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
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹2,000–₹3,500 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed
- High
- ₹3,500 (≈ US$40)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hostel/guesthouse in Badami1 × 1 night × ₹500 | ₹500 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| Auto‑rickshaw ride (5 km)1 × ₹150 · check | ₹150 |
| Water & snacks pack1 × ₹100 · check | ₹100 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹200 |
| Trip total≈ ₹2,150 per person per day, bed included | ₹2,150≈ US$25 |
2026 estimate in INR; flights and long‑distance trains excluded.
Prices of common things
| Bottle of water (500 ml) | ₹20–₹30 (≈ under US$1) |
| Tea at roadside stall | ₹15–₹25 (≈ under US$1) |
| Auto‑rickshaw (per km)check | ₹15–₹20 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No restaurants in Aihole – bring food or rely on roadside shacks.
- Narrow lanes can be difficult for taxis; plan auto‑rickshaw rides if walking is too far.
- Summer heat can be intense; carry water and sun protection.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire
- 101
- Ambulance
- 102
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Emergency
- Police100
- Medical108
Embassy
US consulate is in Bengaluru; Indian emergency number 112 covers all services.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Hubli‑Dharwad → Badami bus: ≈₹150, 2 h (check)
- Auto‑rickshaw 5 km: ≈₹150 (check)
Say or show
- क्षमಿಸಿ — Excuse me / Sorry (kshamisi)
- ಧನ್ಯವಾದಗಳು — Thank you (dhanyavādagaḷu)
- ಇದು ಎಷ್ಟು? — How much is this? (idu eṣṭu?)
- ನನಗೆ ನೀರು ಕೊಡಬಹುದೇ? — Can I have water? (nanage nīru koḍabahudē?)
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 Aihole. 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: Oct–Mar · avoid Apr–Jun (hot, limited shade) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Badami for early start at sunrise.
- Combine Aihole‑Pattadakal‑Badami loop in one day.
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