Things to do in Basavakalyan, Karnataka
Basavakalyan or Basavakalyana is a historical city and municipal council in the Bidar District of the Indian state of Karnataka. It was the capital of the Kalyani Chalukyas and the Kalachuris of Kalyani.
5 places to visit in and around Basavakalyan, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Kalyani Fort
Basavakalyana fort, earlier known as Kalyana fort, is located in Bidar district in the Indian state of Karnataka. Its historic importance is dated to the 10th century.
Wikipedia - 2Shri Manik Prabhu Devasthanam
Sri Manik Prabhu Devasthanam is a Hindu temple located in the Manik Nagar near, Humnabad in the state of Karnataka, India
Wikipedia - 3Shiva temple, Narayanapur
The Shiva temple in Narayanapur village in Bidar district. The temple is about 4 km from Basavakalyan town.
Wikipedia - 4Iswara Temple
Iswara temple also known by other names Kamalishwara temple, Kamaleshwara temple, Kalleshwara temple, Eshwara temple is located in Jalasangvi village, about 10 km north-west of Humnabad Taluk of Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
Wikipedia - 5Kalyani Fort museum
Best time to visit Basavakalyan
Best weather: Jul–Feb.
- Jan22°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb25°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar29°CHot
- Apr32°CHot
- May33°CHot
- Jun28°CHot
- Jul26°CPleasant, Best months
- Aug25°CPleasant, Best months
- Sep25°CPleasant, Best months
- Oct24°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov22°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec21°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 22°C | 3 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 25°C | 3 mm |
| Mar | Hot | 29°C | 16 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 32°C | 21 mm |
| May | Hot | 33°C | 34 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 28°C | 117 mm |
| Jul | Pleasant | 26°C | 155 mm |
| Aug | Pleasant | 25°C | 167 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 25°C | 174 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 24°C | 81 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 22°C | 15 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 21°C | 3 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Basavakalyan
- Nearest railway station: Humnabad (HMBD), 23 km away.
- Nearest airport: Bidar Airport (IXX), 57 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Basavakalyan costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Basavakalyan is not included.
Compare Basavakalyan with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basavakalyan | – | Jul–Feb | 5 |
| Kalaburagi | 61 km | Jul–Feb | 13 |
| Bidar | 64 km | Sep–Feb | 36 |
| Latur | 70 km | Jul–Feb | 6 |
| Dharashiv | 101 km | Jul–Feb | 7 |
Distances in a straight line from Basavakalyan; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Basavakalyan?
The best known are Kalyani Fort, Shri Manik Prabhu Devasthanam, Shiva temple, Narayanapur, Iswara Temple, Kalyani Fort museum.
When is the best time to visit Basavakalyan?
Best weather: Jul–Feb.
How do I reach Basavakalyan?
Nearest railway station: Humnabad (HMBD), 23 km away. Nearest airport: Bidar Airport (IXX), 57 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Basavakalyan cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Basavakalyan is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.