Nestling between sandstone cliffs and overlooking the picturesque agasthyathirtha lake is the town of badami. Badami is the ancient capital of the western chalukyas so its fully enriched with south Indian ancient history. So visit to Badami will definitely increase our experience with history.
The interesting places to see in badami is 18 armed Nataraja shiva. Here we will see 81 dance poses in vigorous abandon. Therr are many cave temples thats are related to vishnu, durga, another is jain temple of Mahavira. The archaeological museum at badami has many interesting sculpture relating to the area among which is lajja gauri a seated goddess of a fertility cult.
The best season to visit Badami is between October to February. Badami is one of the hubli sholapur rail route. The nearest airport is at belgaum from there badami is 150kms. Staying near badami is not a bih hassle. Many hotels and guest houses are available.