Santebennur Pushkarniಸಂತೇಬೆನ್ನೂರು ಪುಷ್ಕರಣಿ
A 16th century stepped tank with a pillared pavilion at its centre, built by the Nayakas.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereDavanagere, Karnataka
Old Mysuru
Old Mysuru
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February), Monsoon (June to September)
DifficultyEasy
Height640 m above sea level
Time needed1 hr
Base and nearbySantebennur, Channagiri
EntryFree
About Santebennur Pushkarni
A square stepped tank with a pillared pavilion rising from its centre, built in the 16th century by the Nayaka chief Hanumappa Nayaka of Santebennur. Stone steps descend on all four sides and a narrow bridge leads to the two storeyed pavilion, one of the finest tank structures in the state. The Ranganatha temple stands beside it. Santebennur is on the Channagiri to Shivamogga road, about 40 km from Davanagere.
What to see and do
- Central pavilion in the tank
- Stepped stone sides
- Ranganatha temple
- Old Nayaka mosque nearby
- Village weekly market
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